Brancaster’s Biggest Year Ever: Shanty Festival 2026

The Largest Shanty Festival Brancaster Has Ever Seen

2026 marks a milestone for Brancaster Staithe — the biggest shanty festival in the village’s history. More crews, more stages, more music filling the harbour and the lanes all weekend.

The Nelson shantymen crew

Brancasters much loved shantymen crew, and the hosts and organisers of the festival

Over 40 shanty crews from across the UK. Harbour-side performances from morning until late evening

  • Family‑friendly activities and free performances throughout the village

The full scheduel can be seen on this link

11th- 12th-13th September