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An annual Exhibition showcasing the work of local Artists in the theme of heritage ,community and environment.

Opening times Thursday -Sunday 10am-4pm until end of September
From October Saturday -Sunday 10am-4pm

A series of five talks Friday October 6 – Adrian Wright By Train to the Seaside (Pt 1) Friday October 13 – Adrian Wright By Train to the Seaside (Pt 2) Friday October 20 – Charlie Haylock The History of Surnames Friday October 27 – Mark Roberts St. Osyth Church Friday November 3 – Andrew Watson Vintage Bicycles All talks start at 11am and finish at noon Talks are £2 each Book all in advance and receive the finally talk free Refreshments provided

The small historic Essex town of Harwich is home to the U.K’s Premier Shanty Festival, attracting artists and audience from all over the world.  Now in its 18th year, the second weekend in October sees this ancient seaport town fill with a colourful array of singers, musicians, pirates, street theatre actors, maritime craftspeople and more. Rousing sea shanties can be heard emanating from the many real ale pubs in town and the entertainment continues along the quayside, onboard historic ships and at some of the historic sites within the old town, including the fabulous Redoubt Fort. There are shanty trains, workshops, demonstrations, concerts, barge trips and historical reenactment to add to the mix, suitable for all ages and much of it free of charge. For further details subscribe to the monthly newsletter on www.harwichshantyfestival.co.uk or follow on Facebook, @harwichshanty or Instagram. Dates for 2023 are 13-15th October with a full three day programme of events.

11am – 11.45pm