Some very sad news just received. Bob Watson, song writer, shanty and folk singer and long time supporter of HISF, died on 31st May 2025. We shall very much miss his prolific output of new sea songs, many of which have now passed into the “traditional” umbrella and hope that as many crews as possible can sing a Bob Watson song at the Festival this year!
We held another very successful Cake Sale on Sunday 1st June, raising around £600 towards the Shanty Festival. The event was popular and very well attended and a good time was had by all, with shanties, sea songs, an amazing array of home made cakes and a raffle. Thanks to all those who helped in any way to make this annual event such a success.
Notice! Our offices are closed immediately before and during the festival! Please be patient if you need to contact us.
Postal programmes are not available from midday on 4th October. Programmes are still available to buy at the festival and to download from our store.
The last day for posted orders is Friday 4th October 2024. Orders submitted after this date will be held until after the festival. Normal service resumes 14 October. Downloads are not affected.
Items for collection will be available during the Festival (11-13 October) from the 1912 Centre in Cow Lane (behind the Electric Palace)
