Shiver me timbers! We have two exciting events coming up soon.
Great food, great music, great cause. For every ticket £10 goes to a critical service in Selsey, that so many rely on in times of crisis.
You can help support this local lifeline, while having fun and food
Tickets available at The Seal to allow meal preferences
Pickle Night commemorates the voyage of HMS Pickle carrying first official news of the victory at Trafalgar and the death of Vice Admiral Lord Nelson in 1805.
Raise a glass, join the chorus, and experience the sound of the Sussex coast with The Selsey Shantymen. We bring traditional sea shanties, maritime songs, and rousing choruses to audiences across Sussex and beyond, delivering performances packed with energy, humour, and plenty of opportunities to sing along.
From village halls and community events to festivals, charity fundraisers, pubs, clubs, and theatres, our mission is simple: to entertain, bring people together, and keep the rich tradition of shanty singing alive. Whether you're a lifelong shanty enthusiast or hearing these songs for the very first time, you'll find a warm welcome, a lively atmosphere, and a performance full of character.
The best way to understand The Selsey Shantymen is to hear us live. Come along, join the chorus and enjoy sea shanties sung with energy, humour and heart. The Selsey Shantymen — sea shanty and work song singing group, proudly rooted in Selsey.
Two sell-out shows at the Minerva Theatre, Chichester, part of the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre, and we had the most incredible time!
We pour our heart and soul into every song, and the energy we receive from our audiences gives us the strength to perform at our very best. The Minerva audiences certainly delivered, with people at both shows singing along, joining in, and creating an unforgettable atmosphere that left us buzzing long after the final note.
The group now has two CDs, with Live at the Minerva available since August 2026.
Following the performances, we've been overwhelmed by requests to make the show available to buy. So we're delighted to announce that our second CD, featuring a live recording of the show, is now available!
You can use a variety of streaming services at Live at the Minerva.
After almost selling out our first album on CD, we're delighted to see a similar surge in demand for our second release, The Selsey Shantymen – Live at the Minerva.
A huge thank you to everyone who has purchased a copy and supported us along the way. We hope you enjoy reliving the magic of the performance from the comfort of your own home.
Order yours today and bring the Minerva experience home with you!
We perform sea shanties and work songs at a wide range of events, including:
Audience participation is always encouraged. You do not need to be a great singer; just be ready to join in, enjoy the chorus and help create the atmosphere that makes shanty singing so special.
The Selsey Shantymen are proud to support charities and good causes, particularly those close to home in Selsey and the surrounding area. Alongside our performances, we raise funds through donations, collections and events, with proceeds supporting local charities and community organisations. For us, singing is not just about performance; it is also about giving something back to the community we are proud to be part of.
If you are planning an event and would like something lively, memorable and full of local character, The Selsey Shantymen would be delighted to hear from you. We can bring a rousing mix of sea shanties, work songs, humour and audience participation to help make your event lively, memorable and full of local character. To discuss a booking, please get in touch with details of your event, including the date, location, audience and the kind of performance you have in mind.
Head to our Contact the Group page to get in touch.
