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Free Workshop - Sea Shanty Workshop

A free, fun, family friendly workshop run by profressional pirate, shantyman and Irish Folk Singer Benjamin Kelly.
Learn about the orgins of sea shanties, why they were made, how they were made and singalong with Ben at the Bandstand as part of the Grand Closing Party for Music in May Festival 2026.
THEME – PIRATES, MERMAIDS AND SEAGULLS – PRIZES FOR THE BEST OUTFITS

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The Bandstand

The Leas
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