A huge 2 day pirate festival is coming to New Brighton! The New Brighton Pirate Fest: The Battle for Devil’s Nest is a swashbuckling extravaganza setting sail on the weekend of August 17th and 18th. This huge free event celebrates the history of pirates and much more, including two stunning stars of the sea taking part — a pair of specially created galleons.
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One will lead the parade and become our entertainment stage. The larger craft will be at the centre of the much-awaited cannon battle. Organisers have put together a fabulous free weekend of diverse fun events for all the family.
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Event Co-ordinator, Cathy Roberts said: “Business and community groups have pulled out all the stops to show New Brighton at its very best. We’re also particularly thrilled by the wonderful woodworking talents of Wirral Met College students who have worked tirelessly to create our wooden cannon trails.”
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Daniel Davies, Chief Executive of main festival sponsors, Rockpoint Leisure, added: “It’s great to have been given the opportunity to support Pirate Fest — the whole event is something that will capture the imagination of everyone, young and old.”
He continued: “We’re looking forward to welcoming festival-goers to The Devil’s Nest on Victoria Road for live music and activities during the weekend, and for them to experience first hand some of the exciting regeneration projects we’ve undertaken in the neighbourhood.”
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Special attractions include a pirate and mermaid parade as well as cannon, musket and sword-fighting displays and inter-active workshops. Music fans can hear live local bands whilst children can take part in face painting and Lord Rockpoint’s Treasure Trail. There is also a wide range of food and drink to enjoy throughout the Victoria Quarter in addition to the promenade favourites.
Themed games include Walk the Plank; Peg A Pirate; Message in a Bottle and No-Lose Treasure Tombola. There is plenty of storytelling to be had, featuring real hair-raising historical tales. What’s more, celebrities are on board too.
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Stage and TV star Eithne Browne will be become the legendary Mother Red Cap offering her own brand of “Investment Advice.” The actress says she is looking forward to getting out and about and sharing plenty of selfies.
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Broadcaster Billy Butler, a one-time star of TV’s iconic Mersey Pirate show, will be the compere of the Best Dressed Pirate awards. The former Radio Merseyside presenter will also be providing live commentary for the Pirate Battle — the black powder re-enactment in front of Fort Perch Rock with cannon exchange and musket fire between the two-specially constructed ships.
Captain Butler says: “Other pirate festivals won’t be a patch on this one. The galleons especially have to be seen to be believed — eat your heart out Jack Sparrow.”
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Wirral borough of cultural ambassador, OMD’s Andy McLuskey, has endorsed the event by giving his full support. He said: “As a Wirral resident and someone who loves history and the rich culture of the area, I am looking forward to the weekend. I fully back any event which celebrates our rich maritime history and culture and that certainly includes pirates.”
Mike McCartney, also a Wirral Borough of Culture Ambassador says: “I’ve heard that the local event not to be missed this year is the ‘New Brighton Pirate Fest’ me hearty! It’s 2 days of fun & frolic on August 17 and 18 from 12pm. Not only is it free with family fun events, but the Narrator is the one and only Billy Butler!….DON’T MISS IT!”
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The event starts with the opening parade on Saturday 17th August between 11.30am and 5.00pm from outside Fort Perch Rock and continues on Sunday 18th from 12.00pm until 4.00pm. For full itinerary and further information visit The New Brighton Pirate Fest Facebook page.
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