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This firm family favourite returns to Bangor Seafront on Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June from 12noon - 6pm.
Quay Street car park will take on a distinctly holiday atmosphere with the return of the Urban Beach, funfair rides and outside bar.
Families can enjoy a seaside ‘rave’, then head to the pier and check out a military vehicle, watch some great food demos, or the fantastic on-water activities, like e-foiling displays, kayaking and paddleboarding.
Hop on board the free land train from the McKee Clock to Pickie Fun Park throughout the weekend.
This year’s event sees the return of the popular rowing competition with local teams vying for the top prize. Organised by SERC students this event will take place from 12noon-2.30pm on Saturday 3 June.
Once you’ve soaked up all the fun, you can sit and relax along the pier where you can listen to Bangor Ukes and Comber Brass on Saturday, and Sing Happy Choir and Harmonic Sounds on Sunday, there will also be a range of hot food trucks and a summer bar!
The Royal Navy vessels HMS PENZANCE and HMS RAIDER will be berthed at the Eisenhower Pier during Sea Bangor.
HMS Penzance
We are delighted that this year’s Sea Bangor will have a visit from the HMS Penzance, this is a Sandown-class vessel. As one of the Royal Navy’s minehunter vessels, HMS Penzance’s primary role is to neutralise underwater threats. Like all Sandown-class vessels, she is most effective in deeper waters, so she can often be found surveying shipping routes or clearing the way for military operations.
HMS Raider
A small patrol boat from Faslane, Scotland will be moored beside the HMS Penzance. HMS Raider is one of two Archer-class patrol boats that form the Faslane Patrol Boat Squadron (FPBS). Together with her sister ship HMS Tracker, she provides reassurance and protection in and around HMNB Clyde (there will be no access to board the vessel).
Further Ship Information
Tickets for tours of HMS PENZANCE on Saturday 3 June were advertised in advance and allocated on a first come first served basis. Due to popular demand these slots are now fully booked.
For operational reasons, HMS PENZANCE will not be open for tours on Sunday 4 June, and HMS RAIDER will depart Bangor on Sunday afternoon to resume her operational programme. There will however be personnel from the local Maritime Reserve unit, HMS HIBERNIA, on the pier during both days of the festival.
Please note:- For those attending pre-booked HMS Penzance tours on Saturday 3 June : The ship is not suitable for wheelchair users or prams. Security will carry out bag searches before entering the vessel.
Artemis eFoiler®
The 12M Artemis eFoiler® propelled multi-purpose workboat is the world’s first high-speed 100% electric foiling commercial vessel. Throughout the Sea Bangor weekend Artemis will be providing on the water demonstrations at 1.30pm and 3.30pm. Best viewing, along the Seacliff Road.
On the water activities
Watch E-Foiling demos, E-Foiling uses an electric powered surfboard on a hydrofoil wing which lifts almost a metre out of the water.
Or try one of our ‘Have a go’ sessions throughout the weekend with Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) and kayaking.
‘Have a go’… Paddleboarding **ALL TICKETS ALLOCATED**
Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June
Eisenhower Pier, beside the slipway at RNLI Station
Sessions start at 12noon
Free
Pre-book to guarantee your slot | Max tickets, 4 per family – Book now
Ages 6+ | Wetsuits and buoyancy aids available | Outdoor changing area available
Have a go’… Kayaking **ALL TICKETS ALLOCATED**
Saturday 3 and Sunday 4 June
Eisenhower Pier, beside the slipway at RNLI Station
Sessions start at 12noon
Free
Pre-book to guarantee your slot | Max tickets, 3 per family – Book now
Ages 8+ | Wetsuits and buoyancy aids available | Outdoor changing area available
Please note: Participants would be required to sign a health and medical form for all activities.
Free to attend.
Sustainability
Ards and North Down Borough Council is committed to reducing our carbon footprint. We encourage visitors to travel via public transport, bring along refillable water bottles, reusable bags to pick up goodies at the event and to dispose rubbish in the correct bins when on-site.
Recycling | There will be two central locations to recycle your waste. One on Quay Street Car Park and the other on Eisenhower Pier. Please help us continue our sustainability commitment to zero contamination at events.
Read more about Sustainability.
Getting here
By car | Do you plan to drive to the event? Allow plenty of time for your journey. If you are travelling by car follow directional road signs to Bangor City Centre, and check out what car parking is available in the city (free and charged). A guide to the local car parks.
Public Transport | The nearest rail and bus station is Bangor, located in the City Centre, approx 10 minute walk from the seafront down/up a slight incline. For information on timetables, visit Translink.co.uk
Event site | Useful information
Accessibility | All flat surfaces on hard concrete. Disabled parking available in city centre car parks, check available car parking (free and charged) . A guide to the local car parks. South Pier Toilets and portaloos onsite. Accessoloo will be in attendance both days.
Stay sun safe | we’re set for sunny weather, so please protect yourself with sun cream, hats and hydrate when at the event. Bring your refillable water bottles and use the water supply available at Eisenhower Pier.
Lost children | with large crowds anticipated please pick up a wristband for children at the Information caravan, situated at the entrance of the site.
Dogs | Are permitted, to remain on lead at all times. Water bowls will be provided.
Please note:
- Quay Street Car Park will be closed from Tuesday 30 May, reopening on Wednesday 7 June to allow for set up and take down of the event
- Eisenhower pier is closed from Thursday 1 June until the start of the event on Saturday 3 June, 12noon morning to facilitate set up of the event and docking of HMS Penzance. The pier will also be closed overnight on Saturday 1 June and Sunday 2 June between 6pm and 12 noon.
- Free to attend event. Charges apply to funfair and food purchases.
- The event site is a no drone zone, follow the The Drone and Model Aircraft Code to make sure you always fly safely and legally.
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
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| Ticket | Free |
Free to attend
