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Saturday, May 23, 2026 gloucester tallships festival maritime heritage docks anniversary photography sailing community

This year, Gloucester’s annual Tall Ships Festival takes a brief hiatus, giving locals and visitors alike a moment to reflect on its splendor through striking photographs. The festival, well-known for spectacular … Read More

Saturday, May 23, 2026 gloucester tallships festival maritime docks anniversary photography heritage sailing community

Gloucester’s Tall Ships Festival is a vibrant celebration of maritime history and community spirit, drawing visitors from far and wide. Although the event will take a year off in 2024, anticipation is already building for its … Read More

Saturday, May 23, 2026 gloucester tallships festival docks maritime anniversary boats sailing heritage event

Gloucester’s famous Tall Ships Festival is taking a break this year, but anticipation is already building for its grand return next year. Marking the 200th anniversary of Gloucester Docks, the festival promises to be bigger … Read More

Wednesday, October 1, 2025 kathleenandmay tallship gloucesterdocks maritimeheritage restoration fundraising sailing historicship shippreservation nationaltreasure

The historic tall ship Kathleen and May, currently laid up at Gloucester Docks, faces an urgent need for repairs estimated to cost £250,000. This majestic vessel, recognized as a national treasure, has been a symbol of … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 midsummer seashanty festival sharpness gloucestershire music community heritage docks sailing

The annual Midsummer Sea Shanty Festival is returning to the scenic banks of the River Severn, near the historic working docks at Sharpness, Gloucestershire. Now in its second year, this free family-friendly event promises to … Read More