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Muster at William of Orange Statue (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
2 May 2026
This be where the crews shall gather, where the noise will rise, and where the adventure truly begins...
Pirate Parade (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
2 May 2026
The NEW PARADE ROUTE for Saturday & Sunday is here! 🔥
Day 1 Opens (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
At eleventh bell, we open the main stage for a full day of music! Check Mapzest for the lineup!
Hooligans Rule (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
Celtic folk music, English Scottish and Irish - and some French traditional music and songs on fiddle guitar mandolin and bodhran.
Pilchard the Pirate & Lee Shanty (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
2 May 2026
We’re absolutely delighted to be opening the brand-new Shanty Stage at the Brixham Pirate Festival this year, and we can’t wait to share it with you all.
Scuttlebutt (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
A vibrant Shanty crew in Ilfracombe, North Devon, bringing swagger and revelry to any event.
Stern Maidens (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
Female sea shanty crew from the Devon/Somerset border - expect rich harmonies, foot-stomping fun & a side order of sass!
Quartermasters (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
A five piece nautical folk band ⚓️
Wonkey Donkeys (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
We are four musicians all heavily associated with the music scene on the South Coast, joined together through our love of music and entertainment. We're a covers band!
Skirmish (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
2 May 2026
Fire Power Displays
Skirmish on board the Golden Hind (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by The Golden Hind (B.P.F. 2026)
Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham TQ5 8AW
2 May 2026
Fire Power Displays
Queen Annes Revenge (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
ARRR! It's Queen Anne's revenge and South West Pirate Folk has landed! Named after the ship sailed by the infamous pirate Blackbeard, Queen Anne's Revenge bring you an acoustic mix of traditional songs, originals and covers.
Stern Maidens (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
2 May 2026
Female sea shanty crew from the Devon/Somerset border - expect rich harmonies, foot-stomping fun & a side order of sass!
Pirates of St Piran (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
A rocky rumbustious sea shanty group raising money for local charities. Performing all over Cornwall
Cask (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
Cask is a Shanty daughter and father duo. Singing new and old shanties and forebitters, plus seasongs
Midsummer Gurnards (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
2 May 2026
Sea shanties and folk songs and add a dash of folk punk
Captains Beard (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
U.K. Pirate folk rock
Scuttlebutt (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
2 May 2026
A vibrant Shanty crew in Ilfracombe, North Devon, bringing swagger and revelry to any event.
Full Disclosure (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
2 May 2026
Post-grunge band
Reivers Gallows (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
Gloucestershire’s original number one pirate band. Scallywags and rogues plundering music's rich history.
Day 1 Closes (we go again tomorrow) (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
2 May 2026
At six bells of the evening watch, the stage falls silent! Check Mapzest for the next day's plunder!
Muster at William of Orange Statue (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
3 May 2026
This be where the crews shall gather, where the noise will rise, and where the adventure truly begins...
Pirate Parade (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
3 May 2026
The NEW PARADE ROUTE for Saturday & Sunday is here! 🔥
Day 2 Opens (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
At eleventh bell, we open the main stage for a full day of music! Check Mapzest for the lineup!
Skuttlebutt (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
A vibrant Shanty crew in Ilfracombe, North Devon, bringing swagger and revelry to any event.
Pilchard the Pirate & Lee Shanty (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
3 May 2026
We’re absolutely delighted to be opening the brand-new Shanty Stage at the Brixham Pirate Festival this year, and we can’t wait to share it with you all.
Colin Fortune (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
Captain Jack Sparrow impersonator / party entertainer
Pirates of St Piran (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
A rocky rumbustious sea shanty group raising money for local charities. Performing all over Cornwall
Gurdybird (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
Symphonie Hurdy Gurdy playing TechnoPirate, based in Penzance, performing at steampunk events
Missin' Tackle (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
Missin' Tackle Shanty Crew' are a Brixham based shanty crew. Formed in 2014, following the success of 'The Provident' play, these lads came together and have been singing ever since. The group consists of seven singers.
Skirmish (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
3 May 2026
Fire Power Displays
Skirmish on board the Golden Hind (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by The Golden Hind (B.P.F. 2026)
Golden Hind Museum Ship, Brixham TQ5 8AW
3 May 2026
Fire Power Displays
St Fian (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
Playing contemporary folk music to make you laugh, cry and dance!
Out of Tunas (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
A ramshackle bunch of shanty singers, guaranteed to be the life and soul of every party!
Scuttlebutt (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
3 May 2026
A vibrant Shanty crew in Ilfracombe, North Devon, bringing swagger and revelry to any event.
Wrecked Again Shanty Crew (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
3 May 2026
A group of friends from Cockwood in Devon who enjoy the social side of shanty as well as the songs.
Hooligans Rule (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
Celtic folk music, English Scottish and Irish - and some French traditional music and songs on fiddle guitar mandolin and bodhran.
Reivers Gallows (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
Gloucestershire’s original number one pirate band. Scallywags and rogues plundering music's rich history.
Chloe Marie Aston (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
3 May 2026
My name is Chloe Marie Aston and I’m a singer from North Devon.
The Out of Tunas (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Shanty Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
New for 2026! Introducing: 'Shanty Stage' 'Tis a fine space for dancin' n singin' ouside the Prince William Pub.
3 May 2026
A ramshackle bunch of shanty singers, guaranteed to be the life and soul of every party!
Fury (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
THE MOST EXCITING BAND....IN THE GALAXY!
Day 2 Closes (we go again tomorrow) (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
3 May 2026
At six bells of the evening watch, the stage falls silent! Check Mapzest for the next day's plunder!
Muster at William of Orange Statue (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
4 May 2026
This be where the crews shall gather, where the noise will rise, and where the adventure truly begins...
Family Parade (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Muster Point (B.P.F. 2026)
The William of Orange Statue, The Strand
4 May 2026
This be the centerpiece of our festival's "family-friendly" Monday
Day 3 Opens (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026
Wonkey Donkeys (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
4 May 2026
We are four musicians all heavily associated with the music scene on the South Coast, joined together through our love of music and entertainment. We're a covers band!
Colin Fortune (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026
Captain Jack Sparrow impersonator / party entertainer
Chloe Marie Aston (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026
My name is Chloe Marie Aston and I’m a singer from North Devon.
Fury (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
4 May 2026
THE MOST EXCITING BAND....IN THE GALAXY!
Queen Annes Revenge (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
4 May 2026
ARRR! It's Queen Anne's revenge and South West Pirate Folk has landed! Named after the ship sailed by the infamous pirate Blackbeard, Queen Anne's Revenge bring you an acoustic mix of traditional songs, originals and covers.
The Haze (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026
Hooligans Rule (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026
Celtic folk music, English Scottish and Irish - and some French traditional music and songs on fiddle guitar mandolin and bodhran.
St Fian (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
4 May 2026
Playing contemporary folk music to make you laugh, cry and dance!
Captains Beard (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Main Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
Located under the Old Fish Market on the harbour, serving as the central hub for ye live music, sea shanties, and pirate rock
4 May 2026
U.K. Pirate folk rock
Day 3 Closes (good bye B.P.F. 2026) (B.P.F. 2026)
Hosted by Poop Deck Stage (B.P.F. 2026)
In conjunction with Bays Brewery - live performances located in the town square/area
4 May 2026