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
