Raise a Pint and Sing a Shanty: Recap of the Real Ale and Shanty Fest!

About this episode

The episode recaps the highlights and experiences from the Real Ale and Shanty Festival 2026, featuring guest reflections and anecdotes.

We're diving into the good vibes of the Real Ale and Shanty Festival 2026, and let me tell you, it's a blast! From the get-go, we’re all about celebrating the spirit of this wild gathering, where over 500 folks packed in to sip on some brews and belt out shanties like nobody's business. We’ve got our crew—Oggy, Ollie, and the legendary Tom Lewis—sharing their highlights, reflections, and a few cheeky anecdotes from the festival floor. It’s all about the music, the laughter, and those moments where the crowd sings so loud you can’t hear yourself think! So grab a pint, kick back, and join us as we relive the fun, the tunes, and all the shenanigans from this epic weekend! Takeaways: In this episode, we dive into the highlights of the Real Ale and Shanty Festival, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere and incredible talent present at the event. Our crew reflects on the fantastic turnout of over 500 attendees on the first day, highlighting the joy and camaraderie shared among festival-goers and performers. We discuss the importance of the variety of singing styles at the festival, which provides an educational experience for both performers and audience members alike. Tom shares his…

People in this episode

Host: Justin Blackett

Guests: Oggy, Ollie, Tom Lewis

Topics covered

• Real Ale
• Shanty Festival
• Music
• Community
• Celebration

Keywords

• Real Ale
• Shanty
• Festival
• Music
• Community
• Bristol
• Tom Lewis
• Oggy
• Ollie

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Bristol

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