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Shanties and Strange Stories

Presented by: Wareham Whalers
0SWANAGE: Durlston Castle
PFriday 6th March, 2026
N7:00pm

Event information

In their usual light hearted way, The Wareham Whalers will explore the mysteries and superstitions that affected life aboard sailing ships in the 18th and 19th centuries. Come and discover why sailors wore one gold ring or never cut their hair or nails whilst at sea and at the same time be entertained by rousing shanties.

Venue information

SWANAGE: Durlston Castle
0Durlston Country Park
Lighthouse Road
Swanage
BH19 2JL
> www.durlston.co.uk/
! 01929424443
` Durlston Castle is set in the beautifulgrounds of Durlston Country Park. There is plent of parking. The castle is very accessible.