Portsmouth Kite Festival 2021: 13 of our best photos from the event in Southsea

Portsmouth International Kite festival has returned and there have been plenty of amazing creations on display.

The popular event is taking place on Southsea Common this week – and is marking its 30th anniversary.

We had our photographer down at the event yesterday to capture all the amazing kites on display.

The kite festival will continue today – here are our best photos from day one, to get you excited for the final day.

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5. Portsmouth Kite Festival

The packed skyline above the Portsmouth Kite Festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter

Anna Martin (7) making the most of the brisk seafront breeze at the Portsmouth Kite Festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter

Owen Martin (11) making the most of the brisk seafront breeze at the Southsea Kite Festival. Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter

Frankie Glackin (9) chooses an epic backdrop for a selfie with her dad Marcel Glackin (44). Picture: Mike Cooter (070821) Photo: Mike Cooter