More than 200 revellers enjoyed a stomping night of music, song and dance for the Pirate Ceilidh. The sold-out event began with sea shanties from Sefton Park and Brunel Field students as part of the Folkstars project, which has provided them with a free guitar or violin and the chance to learn from experienced music tutors.
Project founder Will Rutter said: “It was lovely to see a wide range of ages coming together to enjoy all the bands and I’m especially proud of the Folkstars kids, many of whom had never performed before.”
The night was supported by the Incredible Brewing Company, Bristol Beer Factory, Bristol Party Hire and Fed. Guests also enjoyed sets of dancing from Ceilidh Tree, Heaps Morris, folk rockers Piratitude and surprise guest Andy Yates from the Longest Johns, who treated guests to the viral hit song “Wellerman” alongside former member Anna Cornish.