Maritime Heritage Festival & Flotilla

Celebrate Norfolk’s rich seafaring past at the Maritime Heritage Festival and Flotilla, taking place at the Harbour of Wells-Next-the-Sea on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August 2025. This exciting weekend event offers a unique opportunity to experience the maritime traditions, stories, and historic vessels that have shaped life along the North Norfolk coast.

Highlights of the 2025 Maritime Heritage Festival

• Historic Wooden Fishing Boats Afloat
  Admire a rare gathering of beautifully restored 20th-century wooden fishing boats, each unique to the Norfolk coast. Learn about their design, the people who built them, and their working lives at sea.

• Spectacular Flotilla Parade
  Don’t miss the main event! A dramatic flotilla procession as these heritage boats sail to the harbour mouth and back. This breathtaking maritime spectacle attracts hundreds of onlookers and celebrates the vibrant seafaring spirit of Wells.

• Live Entertainment & Maritime Activities
  Enjoy live music with two bands performing each day plus a variety of onshore entertainment. Explore food and drink stalls, traditional crafts, maritime demonstrations, and family-friendly activities for children.