30 May until
30 May

2nd Maldon Shanty Festival – Saturday 30th May

2nd Maldon Shanty Festival

Main’l Haul and the Thames Sailing Barge Trust present the 2nd Maldon Shanty Festival in aid of the Thames Sailing Barge Trust

To be held on Hythe Quay, Maldon and at locations around the Promenade Park and Hythe Quay.

Followed by and evening concert at  St.  Mary’s Church, between 7:00 pm and 09:00pm

Shanty Crews expected from all over Essex and other parts of the country

Supported by St Mary’s Church, Maldon Little Ship Club, Queen’s Head & Maldon District Council

Shanty Crew expected:
Mains’l Haul, Selsey Shantymen, Black Deep, Hoy Boy, Hoy Shanty Crew, Shantyfolk, Goldhanger Crew, The Felixstowaways, Salt Water & Beer, No Hiding Place, Impressed, Brandyhole Shanty Crew, Orwellerman & John Hare & Friends

NOTE TO POTENTIAL TRADERS:
There is a scam going around offering trade space at this event. We have no space for traders. Do not pay any funds upfront. If you have been caught, then contact the authorities.

Date: 30/05/2026 - 30/05/2026 Time: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm Location: Various locations around Maldon (see poster)

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