North East Maritime

12/05/2026

🌊 Join Red Seal Safety Boats 🌊

Red Seal Safety Boats, based in Tynemouth Haven, is a volunteer run charity providing safety cover for a wide range of events on and around the water.

We are currently looking for new volunteers. No experience is needed. If you are interested in getting involved, please fill out our quick form and a member of the team will get in touch.

https://forms.gle/1xPgyJiUusAoVeVk8

Reasons to get involved:
• Learn rescue skills and boat handling
• Build confidence on the water
• Be part of a friendly team
• Enjoy time outdoors
• Flexible volunteering
• Support events such as sailing, rowing and paddleboard competitions
• Hands on training
• Opportunities for skill progression as we continue developing our training pathway

Everyone is welcome, whether you are experienced on the water or completely new to it. 🛶

02/05/2026

Sunderland Volunteer Life Brigade training on Roker beach. 1971

Their Watch House in the background today houses an interesting little museum.

26/04/2026

🎟️ Tickets are now LIVE for this year’s festival!

You can now purchase your tickets online in advance, with up to 15% off available for early online bookings. It’s the best way to secure your place and save ahead of the event.

We’re also pleased to offer special discounted tickets for Portsoy residents, please use the resident code PORTSOYDAY when booking.

🍴 NEW FOR 2026: The Food Zone has a new location and is now FREE to enter for everyone, making it even easier to come along and enjoy the atmosphere.

The Food Zone, sponsored by Gray Composting Services LTD, will feature a fantastic range of Scottish producers, local brands, and catering options, along with cookery demonstrations throughout the event, showcasing great local talent and inspiration.

Don’t miss out on what’s shaping up to be a brilliant celebration this year, we can’t wait to welcome you!

📲 Tickets available from www.stbfportsoy.org/buy-tickets.

Thanks to our festival ticket sponsor Printed Design.

AHOY PORTSOY!

25/04/2026

23/04/2026

The Blyth Tall Ship CEO has revealed ambitious plans for growth, community engagement and youth development.

23/04/2026

Great news!

We return to service from Monday, 27 April, following the completion of repairs and the review of essential monitoring equipment on the north landing.

We are pleased to be getting the crossings back up and running and our thanks go to customers for their patience during the temporary closure.

First crossing is at 6.45am on Monday from the South Shields landing.

23/04/2026

23/04/2026