In a pub
After Hours
Multiple venues Harwich, United KingdomOur festival officially closes at the conclusion of the Massed Shanty (Sunday 1530-1700) in St Nicholas Church but there are two after hours events from 2000hrs on Sunday for those still on their feet: At the New Bell, there is the Au Revoir Session At The Alma, there is Last Man Standing Both are scheduled […]
Quiz Night
New Bell Inn Outpart Eastward, Harwich, Essex, United KingdomThe New Bell is hosting a quiz night in aid of the Shanty Festival.
Shanty Marathon
Alma Inn The Alma Inn, Kings Head Street, Harwich, Essex, United KingdomIt is now nearly 12 years since Harwich International Shanty Festival held their first Shanty Marathon event and it remains a fond memory for many – in a masochistic sort of way! The time is ripe for a second record breaking attempt. There will be 26 hours of continuous shanties and sea songs in the […]
Quiz Night
Alma Inn The Alma Inn, Kings Head Street, Harwich, Essex, United KingdomThe Alma are hosting a quiz to raise funds for the Shanty Festival. Please get a team together!
The 2023 Festival
Multiple venues Harwich, United KingdomA little advance notice for your diaries - we'll gather in Harwich to celebrate the songs of the sea between 13 & 15 October 2023.
Saturday 14th October
Multiple venues Harwich, United KingdomThe Saturday of the festival is the busiest day for events, sessions, trains, workshops, talks and much more. There's over a hundred free events but please buy a programme to […]