Tall Ships in Sunderland 2018: Everything you need to know

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1 Tall Ships in Sunderland 2018: Everything you need to know What's happening, when and where? Here's a full run-down of the Tall Ships extravaganza. The Tall Ships are set to sail into Sunderland this summer for a sailing extravaganza. The city has been handpicked as the start port for the 2018 Tall Ships Races. University of Sunderland s St Peter s Campus is expected to be a key viewing point for many visitors. Here is everything you need to know about this year s event. Return to AboutUS The Tall Ships Sunderland 2018: When is the event happening? The ships will be in Sunderland between Wednesday, 11 July and Saturday, 14 July. What s happening? It is estimated around 80 ships will arrive in the city by 11 July, the entrance promises to be a feast for the eyes for spectators. The following day, on 12 July, the crews will parade from the Port of Sunderland, along the Wear, as a thank you to their host city. The ships will close to the public on Friday, 13 July as they make the final preparations for the next leg of their voyage. There will be and fireworks each day, plus a spectacular performance by Cirque Bijou on the Friday evening. What is going on each day? Wednesday 11 July All of the ships will have arrived by lunchtime - some will arrive as early as Monday 9 July - viewing will be spectacular from the seafront and around the quaysides of the River Wear. 6pm - 7pm - A Welcome Parade will take place, starting in the East End and through the Port of Sunderland 9.30pm - Short firework display Thursday 12 July The programme of culture and for visitors continues. The ships' crews will enjoy a morning of sport and culture before the vibrant Crew Parade travels through the city centre from Burdon Road, along Fawcett Street, crossing Wearmouth Bridge and making its way down towards Event Zone C, University of Sunderland St Peter's Campus. The Parade will bring a true international carnival atmosphere to the streets! 3pm pm - Crew Parade and Prize-giving Ceremony 9.30pm - Short fireworks display

2 Friday 13 July The festivities will continue and a full programme of means there is something for everyone to enjoy. Official race business will start for Captains, crew and trainees before their journey to Esbjerg. 9pm - 10pm - A high wire artist will perform along the riverside and Wearmouth Bridge including pyrotechnics! Saturday 14 July The ships will close for public access as they make final preparations for the Races. They will undock through the afternoon and move out into the North Sea for the stunning Parade of Sail. The Ships will sail northwards to Souter Point and then turn around to start the race to their next destination - Esbjerg. The coastal resorts of Roker and Seaburn will provide fabulous viewing points as the city bids a fond farewell to the ships! 10am - 8pm - All Event Zones will be open with a full programme of 12pm - 8pm - Summer Streets Festival at Recreational Park, Seaburn 2.30pm - First vessels leave their berth 5.30pm - 7pm - Parade of Sail, best viewing from Will I be able to go on board any of the ships? The simple answer is Yes - many of the ships will welcome visitors aboard. Some will also offer ticketed on-board events and receptions for the visiting public as well as corporate and sponsor hospitality opportunities. So, who s going to be racing? The event involves ships and crews from around the world, all taking part in the race. It s open to any mono-hull sailing vessel of more than 9.14m water line length, provided that at least 50 percent of the crew is aged between 15 and 25 years old and that the vessel meets strict safety equipment requirements. The race organisers pride themselves on being inclusive too, with crews being open to people of all abilities. Where can I park and what public transport is available? Four Park and Ride sites will have capacity for over 3000 cars, and there will be dedicated coach parking at the Stadium of Light, and Blue Badge parking at St Peter s Riverside. In addition, fully accessible shuttle buses will run at frequent intervals between the event zones on the north and south of the River Wear so that people can experience everything the event has to offer. Park and Ride tickets buses. pre-booked online costs 10 per car per day and will cover the driver and four passengers to travel on the Park and Ride These tickets will also allow the holders to access the event shuttle buses throughout the day of validity. Additional Park and Ride passengers are charged at 4 each and under-fives travel for free. If bought on the day, the Park and Ride ticket cost is 4 per passenger.

3 Blue Badge parking is also available to buy online with tickets for each available at just 10 per day a 50 per cent saving on the on the day price of 20. To pre-book parking and for further information visit here The Park and Ride car parks are; Fulwell Quarry - Post code: SR5 1JT - Drop off at Event Zone C (St Peter s Riverside) Tuesday - Friday and Event Zone D (Seafront) on Saturday. Downhill - Post code: SR5 4BB - Drop off at Event Zone B (Town Moor ) Wednesday - Friday and Event Zone D (Seafront) on Saturday. Herrington Country Park -Post code: : DH4 7EL - Drop off at Event Zone B (Town Moor ) Wednesday - Friday and Event Zone C (St Peter s Way) on Saturday. Seaburn Camp - Post code: SR6 8AA - Drop off at Event Zone C ( St Peter s Riverside) Wednesday - Friday and Event Zone D (Seafront) on Saturday. If I'm coming by Metro, which station should I get off at? To get a great view of the ships from the University of Sunderland site, get off at St Peter's Metro Station and enjoy the walk down to the UoS's St Peter's Campus Can I go sailing on a Tall Ship? Yes, to see how you can get onboard and have the experience of a life time visit here Will there be other things to do and see in Sunderland during the event? An exciting programme of and cultural activities will take place across the vast event site for four days, with something for everyone to enjoy, food and refreshments will hold an international theme. The ships will open to allow free public access during set periods, welcoming visitors aboard on the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of the event. Each day will offer something different, keeping the crowds entertained. Have the tall ships been to the North East before? Yes, the first North East location to host the annual treat - then called the Cutty Sark Tall Ships Race - was Newcastle back in 1986 when ships in full sail proved such a memorable sight on the Tyne.

4 This was repeated when tall ships returned to the quayside in 1993 and then again in Most recently, Blyth played host to The Tall Ships Regatta - a smaller-scale event with a pared-down fleet which nonetheless meant a huge cash injection into the local economy in This time, Sunderland s economy is expected to enjoy benefits of up to 28m from the event. Are there any talks on the Tall Ships I can attend? Yes, the following talks will be happening over the summer in the Sir Tom Cowie Lecture Theatre, Prospect Building. Wednesday 6 June 2018, 2.30pm Whatever happened to our shipbuilding industry? Paul Stott Wednesday 27 June 2018, 2.30pm Shipwrecks and Life Saving, Kathleen Gill Wednesday 18 July 2018, 2.30pm Life and Death at Sea in the 19 th Century, George Patterson Wednesday 8 August 2018, 2.30pm What can Nelson tell us about climate change? Dennis Wheeler Wednesday 22 August 2018, 2.30pm A ship of brilliant qualities, Jack Curtis Where can I find out more about walks along the riverside and history and heritage of Sunderland while the ships are here? The University of Sunderland s Seagull City project was designed around walks in the city centre and along the river. It is also jam-packed with

5 history about the city and ideal for researching walks and local heritage. Find out more visit here Will any local charities benefit from the Tall Ships being here? The Tall Ships Races Sunderland 2018 has opted to support Sunderland Maritime Heritageand Sunderland RNLI. Event organisers hope their backing will shine a spotlight on the work of the two charities in the run up to - and during - the four-day festival.

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