Fastnet Maritime Festival June 19-21, 2026

Subject: RE: Fastnet Maritime Festival June 19-21, 2026
From: GUEST,Tom Patterson
Date: 25 May 26 - 06:50 AM

A great festival in a magical place.

Subject: RE: Fastnet Maritiume Festival 2026
From: The Sandman
Date: 25 May 26 - 03:41 AM

song writing competition , contemporary sea songs
here is a song in praise of Stephen Redmond. Come listen now a song ill sing
I hope that it will please
concerning Stephen Redmond
who swam the seven seas
At the age of 47 this feat he did complete
The Only man from Ireland who swam the seven seas
The Only man from Ireland who swam the seven seas
He swam the irish channel
and last the tsugaroo strait
the hazards that he overcame
to many to relate
fighting with the current he strove against the tide
never knowing if hed make it or if hed live or die
This deed of endurance no one can deny
as he saw the distant shoreline
the waves came crashing high
his goal drew ever nearer the seagulls raised a cry
heres a toast to the rman from cork
who swam seven oceans wide
copyright Dick Miles may 2026 See less

Subject: Fastnet Maritiume Festival 2026
From: The Sandman
Date: 25 May 26 - 03:38 AM

The Fastnet Maritime and Folk Festival in Ballydehob, West Cork, is scheduled for June 19 to 21, 2026. It is a weekend celebration featuring sea songs, folk music, dance displays, craft markets, and traditional Irish music sessions.Festival HighlightsMusic & Dance: The festival brings together shanty singers, traditional folk artists (like Matt Cranitch), and international dancers for performances in village pubs and on outdoor stages.Activities: Expect street busking, craft markets, car boot sales, and family-friendly events like a "best dressed pirate competition".Cost: Most pub gigs and street events are completely free.Official Schedule: View the full lineup and plan your weekend on the Fastnet Maritime and Folk Festival website.