The sea’s calling, and it’s bringing bunting, singing, and celebration with it!
Over the past few weeks, Flash Company Arts has been hard at work alongside young people and community groups in Whitby, creating something truly special. At the welcoming creative hub of Flowergate Hall, we’ve been running lively, hands-on workshops to make herring-themed bunting—and now, we’re ready to unveil it at this year’s Whitby Fish & Ships Festival, happening Saturday 17 & Sunday 18 May 2025.
Wist a bit of imagination, and lots of laughs, these community sessions have produced vibrant strings of herring bunting that will decorate the festival in true Whitby style. It’s a celebration not just of our fishing heritage, but of what happens when people come together to make something joyful.
🎶 And that’s not all…
Get ready for a surprise performance from Whitby Community Choir—they’ll be appearing as a cheeky “splashmob” choir at 3pm on Saturday at Dock End!
They’ll be performing “Herrin’s Head”, a rousing traditional tune about—you guessed it—the herring. Don’t worry if you don’t know the words. They’ll bring lyrics with them, so you can sing along and be part of the celebration.
🦞 What else is on at the Fish & Ships Festival?
This fabulous weekend is packed with activities and entertainment:
- Cooking demos from top local chefs
- Fish filleting and shellfish prep displays
- Live music and sea shanties
- Children’s crafts and storytelling
- Street theatre, pirate walkabouts, and more
📍 Find out more here: Whitby Fish & Ships Festival 2025
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