Sea Fever Shanty Festival

The major part of Hull's Maritime Festival. It attracts major shanty singers from the UK as well as from around the world. The main stage is along the Prince's dock side and groups sing in the pubs nearby. While some stalls along the dock sell a variety of things, others represent various organisations. All performances are free though the concerts in the City Hall on Saturday evening and the Survivors Concert on Sunday evening are by ticket. Various barges are moored alongside and can be visited free of charge. If you're into shanty singing it's a really good weekend.

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Hours: 11-13 July 2025

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