Short answer: Boscastle Shanty Festival is listed for around 6–9 November 2026, based at the Cobweb Inn and raising money for Cornwall Hospice Care. The exact 2026 dates aren't fixed yet; it's usually the second weekend of November (7–9 November in 2025). Contact the Cobweb Inn on 01840 250278 for details.
Every November the Cobweb Inn fills with shanty crews from across the South West for a weekend of singing, beer and fundraising, in one of the most atmospheric old pubs in Cornwall.
Listed for around 6–9 November 2026, not yet confirmed in detail. Past dates:
So it's usually the second weekend of November. We'll update this page when the 2026 programme is out.
Based at the Cobweb Inn, by the bridge in the village centre. Contact: 01840 250278.
Cornwall Hospice Care and other local charities, so bring cash for the buckets.
The Cobweb car park is right next to the pub and free after 4pm (Boscastle parking). Boscastle has inns with rooms, including the Wellington and the Riverside.
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