Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival 2026
Ilfracombe, Devon, United Kingdom
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Aim
The Sea Ilfracombe Festival is a popular highlight in the towns calendar. To keep this event free & accesible for all we need your help.
The Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival is a highlight in the town’s calendar, drawing crowds and creating a vibrant atmosphere that benefits everyone. Local businesses report a welcome boost in trade, thanks to the increased footfall throughout the weekend—a clear testament to the festival’s enduring appeal and far-reaching impact.
With free, accessible entertainment for all ages, the festival offers something for everyone. From live music and artisan crafts to delicious local food, it provides a dynamic platform for local talent and traders to shine. Year after year, glowing feedback reflects the festival’s popularity and its role in uniting the community.
The Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival relies entirely on sponsorship & donations to make it happen. The festival costs around £25,000 to put on, and our small but determined crew invests significant time and energy into fundraising for the event. Sea Ilfracombe Maritime Festival proudly supports a range of local charities and community groups, who have fundraising stalls at the event.
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made by 28th June 2026 at 8:47am