Villagers to 'go potty' for third annual festival
Naj Modak
BBC News
The Flamborough Flowerpot Festival 2025 is in full swing — and the village is bursting with creativity!
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This year’s festival is packed with fresh themes, dazzling displays, and all the quirky charm that makes our community so special. But don’t hang about — it all wraps up at the end of June!
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If you’re a village resident, your entry forms should have landed on your doorstep by now — so if you’ve not joined in yet, there’s still time to get involved.
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Keep an eye on the website and our socials for the latest updates, and take a wander around Flamborough to see the magic in bloom. We can’t wait to see what you create!
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Can’t make it to the festival this year? Don’t worry — you can still enjoy all the weird and wonderful creations! Just scan the QR code or click HERE to explore the magic from wherever you are.
📚 Flamborough in Fiction!
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We’re thrilled to share a special feature from mystery author Mona Marple, who’s taken inspiration from our very own Flowerpot Festival for her latest book series!
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In her beautifully written blog, “Flamborough Flowerpot Festival: A Quirky Yorkshire Tradition & the Inspiration Behind My New Mystery Series,” Mona captures the magic, creativity, and community spirit that makes our festival so special — and reveals how it’s become the backdrop for her brand new Yorkshire Mysteries.
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From Elvis to Spiderman, and all the wonderfully weird creations in between, Mona’s words celebrate the heart of what we do here in Flamborough.
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✨ Pop the kettle on and enjoy the read below — and who knows, you might spot a familiar pot or two...
[Read the full blog post here → Flamborough Flowerpot Festival: A Quirky Yorkshire Tradition & the Inspiration Behind My New Mystery Series
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Click HERE to purchase Mona's books.