22 pictures as samba drumming band perform live at new festival on Lancaster’s historic quay

More than 20 bands and singers performed at a new festival this weekend on Lancaster's historic Quay.

By Debbie Butler

Published 20th Feb 2023, 12:55 BST

Updated 20th Feb 2023, 13:10 BST

Quay-Fest saw the three pubs on St George’s Quay hosting 23 musical acts over three days from Friday February 17 to Sunday February 19.

Samba drumming band, Samba Espirito, also performed at the event on Sunday and proved popular with festival-goers.

Drumsticks in the air.

1. Quay-Fest

Drumsticks in the air. Photo: Joshua Brandwood

Spectators enjoying Samba Espirito on St George's Quay during the Quay-Fest event.

2. Quay-Fest

Spectators enjoying Samba Espirito on St George's Quay during the Quay-Fest event. Photo: Joshua Brandwood

Spectators gather to watch the drumming band.

3. Quay-Fest

Spectators gather to watch the drumming band. Photo: Joshua Brandwood

Samba Espirito outside The Three Mariners pub

4. Quay-Fest

Samba Espirito outside The Three Mariners pub Photo: Joshua Brandwood

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