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Bristol has an incredible maritime history, shown off along two nautical miles of harbourside that just keeps getting better and better.
The Bristol Shanty Festival has celebrated songs of the sea for 5 years now, and for 2025, they are focusing the action around Brunel Square next to Brunel's SS Great Britain and Underfall Yard, with performances throughout the weekend.
Expect the very best sea shanty crews, groups and choirs from counties within a day's sail.
The Bristol Sea Shanty Festival is organised by High and Dry with venue support from Brunel’s SS Great Britain and the Underfall Yard.
Free Event
Underfall Yard will host a very special evening event in celebration of Bristol’s brilliant shanty scene - and it promises to be a truly unforgettable night. This special evening will be packed with incredible music, atmosphere, and some of the very best shanty performers around - all in one of Bristol’s most iconic waterfront settings.
Tickets are just £10, with all proceeds going to two fantastic causes: the rebuild of Underfall Yard and The Somerset Prostate Support charity.
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| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Free event - Adult | Free |
| The Longest Johns Concert at Hen & Chicken - Adult | £16.00 per ticket |
Free Event other than The Longest Johns Concert at Hen & Chicken.
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