More ships signing up to visit Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023
In Hartlepool
With less than a year to go until the world-famous Tall Ships' Race returns to Hartlepool in July 2023, we're delighted to see ships starting to sign up for this iconic event.
So far, 16 ships have confirmed their entry including six Class A vessels – the largest category of tall ships.
ALEXANDER VON HUMBOLDT II
DAR MLODZIEZY
EENDRACHT
FRYDERYK CHOPIN
STATSRAAD LEHMKUHL
RUPEL
BELFER
SAEFTINGHE
ZENOBE GRAMME
Councillor Shane Moore, Leader of Hartlepool Borough Council, said: "I'm delighted we already have so many ships signing up to visit us in July 2023.
"Next year promises to be a fantastic occasion for Hartlepool anyone visiting onboard a ship can expect a very warm welcome.
"In the coming weeks and months, I look forward to hearing about more ships signing up to take part in Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023."
The Tall Ships visited Hartlepool in 2010
Officials are also keen to ensure that local people and businesses know how they can get involved.
The event will take place from Thursday 6 July to Sunday 9 July 2023, and bring with it a range of opportunities, including becoming a Sail Trainee aboard a participating vessel, a volunteer or a sponsor.
Businesses can also register their interest in having a presence at the event, and this may be in the form of an exhibition stand, a stall, a catering concession or even as an artist.
Catherine Honey, Hartlepool Borough Council's Event Director Tall Ships 2023, said: "We would love to hear from the community and businesses on how they would like to be involved in this exciting event. There is now less than one year to go and we are encouraging the town to get in touch and be part of it!
"We are asking for expressions of interest and this can be done by submitting an online form available at www.tallshipshartlepool2023.co.uk"
Residents wishing to volunteer will be key to making Tall Ships Hartlepool 2023 a success and can find out more at a number of drop-in events at Community Hub Central on York Road.
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