Families flocked to the Gosport Marine Festival in Walpole Park on Saturday, May 17, to enjoy a day of fun activities on the water as well as a chance to get onboard a number of ships. The community festival has been running for over 10 years now and continues to entertain and educate festival-goers of all ages.
Those attending were also treated to Tales of the Sea – Sea Shanty Festival, with various shanty groups entertaining the crowds.
It was a fantastic opportunity for people to try out watersports, including kayaking, as well as activities such as archery. Historic ships were also open for tours while a free cruise round the harbour delighted seafarers on a sunny day.
Here are 40 pictures of a fantastic day out at Gosport Marine Festival and Tales of the Sea:
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Titchfield Whalers singing at Walpole park Picture:Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak
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Evan and Alfie Richards ready for kayaking at Walpole Park. Picture:Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak
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Anthony and his son Jack learning to shoot. Picture:Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak
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Kids enjoying their time out on the water. Picture:Marcin Jedrysiak Photo: Marcin Jedrysiak