The 13th Flying Man of Pocklington Festival

Flying Man Festival

The annual Flying Man Festival is held in honour of Pocklington's most infamous Flying Man Thomas Pelling. The Festival lasts three days over a weekend in May and there is an array of exciting and interesting activities to take part in and watch.

Whether it be abseiling down the 100 foot Church Tower, flying your teddy, watching the truly spectacular air display or simply sampling the many other opportunities available, you and your family are bound to have a great time.

Thomas was a travelling showman who toured the country offering his amazing dare devil exploits "flying" from building to building. He came to Pocklington in 1733 to display his courage and expertise.

But sadly, as he descended from the roof of All Saints to The Star Inn, his complicated mechanism of ropes and pulleys failed and he came to an untimely end. You will find his memorial plaque outside on the church wall by the East window.

On the following pages you will find more information about this year's events. We very much hope that you will come and join us.

We promise you the warmest of welcomes.