Harwich Redoubt Fort

This impressive circular fort was built between 1808-1811 as part of the Napoleonic defences around our coastline and compliments Landguard Fort on the opposite side of the river at Felixstowe. It is cared for by the Harwich Society to whom we are grateful to be allowed to use it for the Shanty Weekend. ( www.harwich-society.co.uk )

A hugely popular addition to the Festival, there will be Maritime and Napoleonic displays at the Fort, as well as Shanty singing.

Cannon Firing at 12.45p.m. Saturday and Sunday

Musket Drill 1.45p.m. & 2.45p.m. Saturday, 1.45p.m. Sunday

Pictures taken at 2010 Festival:

Maritime Displays

Demonstrations of traditional Maritime Crafts, including Sail Making with Jim Lawrence, Knot Tying with Will Laurance and Navigation with Brian Thompson

Pictures taken at 2010 Festival: