07-05-2025
Maritime magic in store for two-day Whitby Fish and Ships Festival
Maritime magic in store for two-day Whitby Fish and Ships Festival
Whitby's annual Fish and Ships Festival will return from Saturday, May 17 to Sunday, May 18 (Image: Supplied)
A festival honouring Whitby's fishing heritage is set to take place once again.
The annual Fish and Ships Festival, scheduled to take place over the weekend of Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18, will be hosted in the Whitby Marina Front car park.
A range of entertainment will be on offer, including cooking and fish-craft demonstrations by local chefs; maritime-themed arts and crafts; and a programme of live music.
New for 2025, there will also be a Fisherman's Olympics, which will see members of local fishing crews compete in such challenges as splicing rope, stacking pots, and tug-o-war.
North Yorkshire Council's executive member for culture and arts, councillor Simon Myers, said: "The Fish and Ships Festival is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the town's history and traditions."
More information about the Fish and Ships Festival is available online at
