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Sea Shanty Trains

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📆October 12th, 2024 (Tickets on sale from August 12th)
🕒Catch either the 1059hrs or 1159hrs train from Manningtree to Harwich Town.
🎟Adults £5 Children £3

Join Essex & South Suffolk Community Rail Partnership on the train to the Harwich Shanty Festival. Soak up the atmosphere of the sea shanty crew singing and pirates aboard this the train.

More information and to book 👇
https://esscrp.org.uk/events/smugglers-shanty-special-train/

The Harwich International Shanty Festival is not responsible for the ticketing or management of the Shanty Trains.

Caravan & Campervan parking

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Update: All parking has now been allocated. Only pre-booked vehicles will be allowed onto the site.

We are pleased to announce details of our Campervan & Caravan Parking 2024 now that we have secured permission from the local authority. Please note that space is limited and is offered on a first-come basis.

Visit our special page to book your camper or caravan parking:

https://store.harwichshantyfestival.co.uk/product/campervan-caravan-parking/

 

2024 Festival

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NEW: 2024 Artists listing is now available! https://harwichshantyfestival.co.uk/category/artists-2024/
We are excited to be planning this year’s Festival (11-13 October), and are looking for volunteer stewards to help us with the following tasks:
– checking or selling tickets on entry to our concerts, workshops and other events
– roving collecting on Ha’Penny Pier, our pubs, the Redoubt and Shanty Train
– assisting passengers arriving for shanty cruises on the SB Victor
– selling programmes and welcoming visitors at our car park
Other ad hoc tasks may come up, and extra support is always welcome.
In exchange for giving your time to support the Festival, we offer refreshments and a chance to see/hear the shanty singing, even (in most cases) when you are not on duty.If you are interested in helping, please email info@harwichshantyfestival.co.uk with your contact details and availability.
Thank you!