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HARBOURFEST IS BACK
MINEHEAD’S BIGGEST OUTDOOR FUND-RAISING EVENT IS READY TO SET SAIL AGAIN
HARBOURFEST IS BACK! August 12th and 13th will see a packed Minehead’s hugely popular HarbourFest is programme of events in and around the back for another two-day run this summer. harbour, all planned and organised by the Old Ship Aground pub, local kayak manufacturer The family event, now firmly established Fatyak and Minehead lifeboat crew. as the highlight of Minehead’s summer, will again offer a major programme of On Saturday August 12th Fatyak Races will entertainment, water sports and music and be in full swing over a 1km course based is expected to attract the usual crowd of around Minehead Harbour. The fastest thousands to the town’s historic harbourside. paddler for both men and women will be in And organisers are hoping to beat last year’s line to win £200 and the fastest combined fund-raising record which saw well over (youth/adult) will win a Fatyak Hono. What’s £10,000 handed to the RNLI. more, all equipment and kayaks will be
provided – so what are you waiting for? For more information and entry details please see https://fatyak-kayaks.co.uk/rnli-harbourfest/ Meanwhile the day also kicks off a programme of live music based on the Old Ship Aground stage, with children’s entertainment and stalls going on all around the harbour. Sunday’s highlight is the RNLI Raft Race, a 40-year old tradition which started as a longdistance event from Blue Anchor but is now centred on Minehead Bay. As ever, it will be in two parts with the more serious rafters
completing a longer course and the fun / fancy dress entrants just trying to make it back into the harbour. Once again local teams, such as the multiple winners from The Valiant Soldier pub in Roadwater, will be pitting their skills and stamina against entries from all over the country. And the HarbourFest wraps up on Sunday evening with the now-traditional free firework display on the harbour, sponsored once again by local businesses.
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Serving excellent Food and Real Ales 7 days a week Bed & Breakfast available Mike and his team are always pleased to support the Raft Race every year - look out for our 3 rafts!
Tel: 01984 640223
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WHEELHOUSE RESTAURANT 27 The Avenue Minehead Tel. 01643 818245
'Serving delicious homemade food at sensible prices'
We are proud to support the RNLI and the 2017 HarbourFest
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FIREWORK DISPLAY 9.15 PM SUNDAY 13TH AUGUST
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SKANSKA Skanska Infrastructure Services
Working in Partnership with West Somerset Council
Highway maintenance partner to Somerset County Council
idverde 14 - 16 Brunel Way Minehead Enterprise Park Minehead TA24 5BY
Proud to be supporting the Minehead Raft Race
Tel: 01643 707593 www.idverde.co.uk
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Proud to sponsor the Minehead R.N.L.I. Raft Race
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MINEHEAD LIFEBOAT SHOUTS 2017 30/07/17 Both boats launched to a MAYDAY call from a yacht reported to be sinking off Watchet. Boats on scene and engine fault diagnosed – boat towed back to Penarth by Barry Dock and Penarth lifeboats 13/07/17 D class launched to a dog that had fallen (150 foot) from the cliff at Hurlestone Point. Dog recovered safe and well and returned to owners 07/07/17 Atlantic 85 launched to a small fishing boat just off Watchet. The boat had fouled its anchor line around its propeller. Anchor line released and boat towed back to Watchet Marina. 06/07/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched at 22:00 to assist local Coastguard units and Police in a a search. Extensive shoreline search between Minehead and Hurlestone Point carried out, nothing found. Boats stood down at 23:45 22/06/17 D class launched to a report from a member of the public that a Standup Paddle boarder was in trouble in Minehead Bay. Search carried out and nothing abnormal noted. False alarm with good intent. 30/05/17 D class launched to a becalmed kitesurfer in Minehead Bay. Gentleman and kit safely recovered to Minehead Harbour 25/05/17 D class launched to a report of two people in difficulty in an inflatable kayak in Minehead Bay. Fortunately the two made it safely ashore. An inflatable ring was also recovered. 21/05/17 Both boats launched to assist local police and coastguards in a search at Hurleston Point following the discovery of a suspicious note and some other items. Nothing found and boast stood down. 16/05/17 D class relaunched and search continued at 07:20 this morning. Missing person located by search teams using TriForce Dogs 15/05/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched at 23:30pm to assist local police, coastguards, and helicopters to search
for a missing man. Boats stood down at 01:00. 05/05/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched at 10pm to assist local police, coastguards, and helicopters to search for a missing man. Man located by local coastguard units. 20/04/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched to a dog that had gone over the cliffs at Helwell bay Watchet. Boats were stood down en-route when it became apparent that the job was adequately covered by local coastguard units 15/04/17 Both Minehead lifeboats launched to a ‘Mayday’ distress call from a 45ft landing craft taking on water just off Hinkley Point. Minehead’s Atlantic 85 was the first lifeboat on scene joining the Helicopter rescue crew from St Athan. They deployed their salvage pump to help keep the boat afloat and were shortly joined by Barry Dock lifeboat. One of the stricken boat’s crew was suffering from the cold and was subsequently transferred via Minehead’s Lifeboat to the helicopter where he has been taken to Hospital. Barry Dock and Burnham on Sea lifeboats took over the safe passage of the vessel to Burnham on Sea 27/03/17 Atlantic 85 launched this afternoon to a disabled yacht off Porlock. The 26ft yacht ‘Arkraisa’ and crew were towed safely back to Minehead after they had suffered from a broken rudder. The yacht had been placed at safe anchor in Porlock Bay by local fishing boat Teddy Boy after they requested assistance. 20/03/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched at 00:30 to help local coastguard units search for a man missing between Minehead and Foreland Point. The man was located by Lynmouth Coastguards near Foreland Point. Recovered, refueled and ready for service at 01:30. 18/03/17 Both Minehead Lifeboats launched at 22:00 to help local coastguard units search for a lady who had been missing since 4pm. The lady was located by Minehead’s Atlantic 85 lifeboat about 1/4 mile west of Burgundy Chapel 30ft up the cliff. Minehead’s D class lifeboat veered in and a crewman swam ashore and helped Lynmouth Coastgurds recover the lady to the beach. The lady was then taken by boat to an Ambulance on Minehead Harbour
Proud to sponsor the 2017 HarbourFest
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PROVIDING AN EXTENSIVE RANGE OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT TO THE TRADE AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC
ü Ladders & Towers
ü Carpet Cleaners
ü Drills & Breakers
ü Floor Sanders
ü Heaters & Driers
ü Gardening Equipment
POWER FOR THIS EVENT WAS SUPPLIED BY BRANDON HIRE
MINEHEAD: 01643 708818 UNIT 3A MART ROAD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE MINEHEAD TA24 5BJ
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THE BANDS
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Saturday 15:30
Sunday 15:30
The Man from Funkle
The Thatchers
An eclectic mix of modern & old school popular songs across all genres... Funk, Pop, Soul, Rock, Dance and R&B‌but for this occasion they will playing one their fabulous Man from Funkle Jazz sets, with a mix of Jazz standards from way back when to the present day.
A high energetic acoustic trio based in the heart of the county of Somerset, formed in 2013. Highly influenced by the Southern americana folk scene The Thatchers blend a heavier side of the genre with their signatured, well balanced three part harmonies.
Saturday 17:30
Sunday 17:30
Bare Bones
Accoustic Roots
A fantastic Somerset based trio with a brilliant and talented delivery of superbly chosen classic and modern cover tracks
A fabulous Minehead 5-Piece band, giving us a great show of feel-good acoustic covers from across the decades.
Saturday 19:30
Sunday 19:30
The Jury
Salt Flat Rats
A funky rhythm and blues outfit from Weston Super Mare, fronted by the most brilliantly talented and entertaining Jon Hooper growling out great vocals, blowing dirty gob-iron licks and spouting dodgy banter to the audience.
Bridgewaters premier 6-piece Blues Band, bring us their gifted and exciting Boogie Blues set with charm, humour and their own special brand of shiny artistry!
Saturday 21:30
Sunday 21:30
The Orphans
Six Machine
An international elevenishpiece soul band, who deliver an energetic set which contains material by the greats of 60's soul, including Otis Reading, Sam & Dave and Eddie Floyd to name three that I could remember.
A 6-piece cover band delivering a high-energy live music experience with a collection of upbeat rock, pop, funk and disco hits. Artists on show include Bruno Mars, Adele, Blondie, Stevie Wonder, Aerosmith, Guns N' Roses and more!
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James and Associates Financial Services Ltd are pleased to support the RNLI and Minehead Raft Race We cover all aspects of: Personal Financial Planning • Investments • Life Assurance Retirement Planning • Savings Schemes • Mortgages 13 Bancks Street • Minehead • Somerset • TA24 5DJ Tel: 01643 706888 Fax: 01643 702227 Email: info@jamesandassociates.co.uk Website: jamesandassociates.co.uk Authorised & Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority
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AWNINGS, SHUTTERS FLYSCREENS, TRACKS POLES, FABRICS
Also:
VISIT OUR NEW SHOP: 1 THE PARKS MINEHEAD TA24 5NF
Proud to support Minehead RNLI
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PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME OF EVENTS 12th & 13th AUGUST SATURDAY 12th AUGUST 0930 EVENT OPENS 0930
Fatyak Races Registration
1000
Race 1: Family
1030
Race 2: Adult Males
1100
Race 3: Adult Females
1130
Race 4: Adults (Provisional)
1200
Fatyak Prize Giving
1230
Minehead Street Choir
All Day: Family Entertainment: Trampoline & Bouncy Castle Story Teller - Face Painter Craft & Gift Stalls - Clothing Stalls Jewellery & Art - Toys & Games Wildlife & Nature - Hobby Horse RNLI BBQ - Scouts Pancakes Gourmet Burgers - Noodle Bar …and much more! Saturday Live Music: 1530 The Man from Funkle 1730 Bare Bones 1930 The Jury 2130 The Orphans
SUNDAY 13th AUGUST 0930 EVENT OPENS 0930 1000 1030 1230 1300 1500 1530
Raft Race Registration & Scrutineering Minehead Street Choir Raft Race Start Raft Race Finish Raft Race Prize Giving LA Dancers Live Music begins
All Day: Family Entertainment: Magician - Giant Scalextrics Trampoline & Bouncy Castle Story Teller - Face Painter Craft & Gift Stalls - Clothing Stalls Jewellery & Art - Toys & Games Wildlife & Nature - Hobby Horse RNLI BBQ - Scouts Pancakes Gourmet Burgers - Noodle Bar Sunday Live Music: 1530 The Thatchers 1730 Acoustic Roots 1930 Salt Flat Rats 2115 Fireworks 2130 Six Machine
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS FOR 2017
Special thanks to “ Mr Peter Crump of South West Secure Solutions” for his generous donation and continued support
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RNLI RAFT RACE 2017
Raft Race Prizes First serious raft Team Derek Williams’s cup and bottle of rum.
First local raft home The Old Ship Aground OSA cup and barrel of ale.
First fancy dress Channel Adventure cup and bottle of brandy.
Most original raft Mike Arnold cup and bottle of rum.
Best dressed support boat Mike Martin Trophy and a bottle of rum.
Team raising most funds (awarded after the event) 6 Honno boards from Fatyak.
Best fancy dress Window and Door Doctor Cup and a bottle of rum.
FatYak Race Prizes The fastest paddler for both men and women will be in line to win ÂŁ200 and the fastest combined (youth/adult) will win a Fatyak Hono.
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MUNCHIES CAFE Mart Road, Minehead
Eat-In or Takeaway Quality & Value
01643 703905
PHONE: 01643 818070 Address: 8 Friday Street, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5UA Website: www.thatlittlecraftshop.co.uk E-mail: info@thatlittlecraftshop.co.uk
Tina's Traditional Florist Exceptional Flowers For You 4 Floyds Corner, Minehead TA24 6UF
Tel: 01643 706944
Unit 4A Minehead Enterprise Park Mart Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5BJ Tel: 01643 702660 Fax: 01643 706424
Specialists in:
tel: 01643 704760 www.daisynailandbeauty.co.uk Friday Street | Minehead | TA24 5UA
Contract Glazing Double Glazing Patio Doors, Leaded Lights, Louvres, Mirrors Roman Glass are please to support the 2017 HarbourFest
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Proud to support Minehead Harbour Fest 2017
Full selection of Julbo Sunglasses on our stand at the harbour Fest 3 The Parks,
55B Swain Street,
Minehead,
Watchet,
Exmoor Medical Center,
Somerset TA24 5NF
Somerset TA23 0AG
Dulverton,
Tel: (01643) 702983
Tel: (01984) 634140
Somerset TA22 9EN
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The Old Ship Aground food is very much a part of what we do and is very much ‘River Cottage' in style - if we cannot raise it or grow it, you can be sure its locally sourced, from home raised Mutton to oven fired hams you can be assured it’s the very best of quality. With our small farm on the hills of Exmoor we have a real connection with traditional farming and understand the true importance of good produce to make good food. With this in mind we have created menus which are both varied and interesting, We also run with daily Specials - a wide range of interesting dishes & tastes to match, such as our own cured Pork Crackling with a Sweet Chilli Dip or Beans on Toast the Old Ship Aground way, with our own Baked Soda Bread, toasted and topped with Beans & Cheddar melt with a spicy Lea & Perrins sauce. Fish always has a big presence on our specials, we are by the sea after all. With the addition of our very own smoker we can cure and smoke such things as bacon, fish and meats, which is always a great way to enhance our offering. You can check what's happing in our kitchen through Facebook, Twitter, Google Plus or on our web site www.theoldshipaground.co.uk Hope to see you soon Julian & Team
Great Food
Enjoy our traditional pub meals and ‘river cottage style’ dishes. See our trip advisor reveiw for food.
Seafood Tuesdays
Great Beer
You can be sure to find a variety of Real Ales, Ciders & Wines. Have a look in our CAMRA entry in the good pub guide
Great Roasts
Accommodation
Our 12 en-suite bedrooms are all individually decorated. See our trip advisor reveiw for accommodation.
Pie & Mash Night
Live Music
Live Music every Friday night from 9.00 pm - FREE ENTRY. Allways a great night out
Special Menu
(EMP] 7TIGMEPW A DIFFERENT CHOICE EVERY DAY... ‘Every Tuesday is a true ‘Festival of the Sea’, with a large choice of Seafood from Fresh Oysters, Scallops, to a selection of different Fish’
Every Sunday lunch is of course a time for a good old Family Roast, With Pork, Beef & Gammon and all the trimmings that you would expect a great tradition. Bar classic and restaurants menu always on hand if you fancy something different.
Home made Old english pie & mash every Thursday night.
Look out for our special menu a different choice every day.
Our contact details The Old Ship Aground , Quay Street Minehead TA24 5UL , Tel O1643 703 516 E: info@oldshipaground.com www.theoldshipaground.co.uk Opening hours From 11.00 every day , full menu always available seven days a week