Conwy Pirate Weekend is a regular event and it’s popular with both adults and children. It attracts pirates from far and wide and the town is full of interesting characters! Pirate groups who have visited before include Liverpool Pirate Brethren with their ship, the Vilma, and Port Sunlight Sea Dogs
What Happens ?
A pirate ship sails into the harbour and there’s loud cannon fire and fighting as they try to storm the quay. The Royal Navy do their best to withold them . But a few years ago the pirates managed to kidnap the Mayor of the town!
On Conwy quay you will find a smugglers market and the Hearts of Oak camp. During the day there are barrel rolling competitions, slave auctions and lots of entertainment. Entertainers, musicians and dancers fill the quay with life and colour and there is plenty of food and drink available .
There have been Best Dressed Pirate Competitions for all age groups and treasure hunts , crabbing competitions and storytelling for the little pirates.
Around the town the shops and cafes dress up their windows, and join in the fun by dressing up. Pirate flags decorate the main streets and you will find a trading post for all things pirate-y at the toyshop.
The weekend often starts with a pirate party in a local pub on Friday night. On Saturday there is a pirate parade or torchlit lantern procession from the quay.This is followed by music and dancing on the quay and in local pubs.
When is the next Conwy Pirate Weekend?
It takes place on the 10th and 11th May 2025. Check the Conwy Pirates facebook group for lots of information
We already have some pirates booked in ! l reservations@castlebankhotel.co.uk
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