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As part of our We Are Family programme, come along to our drop in sea shanty workshop and other sea inspired activities.

A day of family events inspired by the sea, including a Gathering Voices workshop on sea shanties and folk songs from some of the places where the ballast seeds originated, including; Europe, India, Africa, and The Americas.

For the full sea shanty experience, don’t forget to book your free place at Arnolfini Box Office to join our fantastic singing boat tour to visit the Floating Ballast Seed Garden.

1pm – 4pm drop in to the Light Studio and Dark Studio, free

Singing sessions start at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm. Drop in creative activities in the Dark studio between 1pm-5pm

Boat trip 4.45pm – 6.15pm, meet at Arnolfini foyer at 4:30pm, limited capacity, free event but booking required.

Call Box Office on 0117 917 2300 to book your place in advance.