The Lizard Sea Shanty Festival Returns with Pirate Theme

The Lizard Sea Shanty Festival is back for its third year and this time it’s taking on a full pirate theme. The free two-day event kicks off in Lizard Village on Friday 5th and Saturday 6th September 2025, promising a weekend of music, costume and community spirit.

The festival is raising funds for RNLI Lizard Lifeboat Station, The Lizard Community Fund, and Landewednack Primary School.

What’s New This Year

Organisers say this year is set to be the best yet with a range of new additions:

• Pirate dress-up for everyone

• A Children’s Pirate Parade with Shanty Sam & “Pilchard the Pirate”

• A comedy shanty sketch from the Lizard Arts Film & Theatre Association (LAFTA)

• A grand opening with the Lizard “pirate” town crier

• 18 live acts across two days, featuring returning favourites and fresh performers

• RNLI BBQ on Friday from 5:30pm until sell-out

• Fun stalls including a grand raffle, adult bottle tombola, and a children’s lucky dip with a prize every time

Quick Essentials

• When: Friday 5th & Saturday 6th September 2025

• Where: Lizard Village (TR12), central marquee outside the Top House Inn

• Cost: Free entry, donations welcome

• Parking: Available at Kynance Campsite and Tregullas Farm (Saturday only) for £5 per car, with proceeds donated to the festival

• Pets: Both dogs and cats are welcome, though organisers note it can get lively and loud

From the Organisers

Tina Searle from The Lizard Sea Shanty Festival said:

“This festival is all about Cornwall’s spirit—voices raised together, neighbours helping neighbours, and visitors leaving as friends. The new pirate theme adds a splash of fun for everyone, from tiny deckhands to seasoned sea dogs. Come as you arrrr… or as a pirate.”

The organisers are encouraging visitors to dress like a pirate, bring their singing voices, and join in the celebrations while helping support local good causes.