BG Hansom creates short comics, zines, and other silly stuff featuring cats, all with a focus on fun, escapism, and silliness! A lifelong comic creator, he completed his degree in Comics in 2020, and started making Silly Cat Comics in 2024; a 4 panel humour comic posted to social media, and has built a small following online!

Following the success of our Bitesize Enterprise sessions, five small local businesses have been selected to test trade at the festival in the Enterprise Development Zone, with each receiving guidance, preparation support and access to funding to help with the challenges they are facing as traders.

As part of the Enterprise Development Programme, in partnership with Anglo American and Festival of Thrift, we are providing a supportive, real world environment where businesses can build confidence, gain valuable experience and engage with new audiences.