Join us for the Newhaven Maritime Festival 2026 — a celebration of the rich maritime history, culture, stories, crafts, and coastal ecology of Newhaven.
The Heart of Newhaven Community
4–6 Main Street, Newhaven, Edinburgh
Saturday 16 May 2026
12 noon – 3pm
Step into the past and explore the people, traditions, and heritage that shaped Newhaven through music, storytelling, art, memories, and hands-on activities for all ages.
Festival Activities & Exhibits
Songs from Newhaven
Traditional songs and music celebrating the harbour and its people.
Seascape Making and Story Telling with Tortoise in a Nutshell
Creative seascape activities and imaginative coastal storytelling.
Married to the Sea – The Fishwives and Women of Newhaven
Stories and history of the remarkable women who supported Newhaven’s fishing community.
Tales from the Harbour – Fishermen, Sailors and the Boats of Newhaven
Hear fascinating stories from the harbour and the lives lived at sea.
The Newhaven Tapestry
Discover the community tapestry celebrating local heritage and identity.
Wave after Wave – Word Chain
A collaborative creative word and poetry activity inspired by the sea.
Traditional Knitting
Explore maritime knitting traditions and techniques.
Newhaven Coastal Echo – Rephotography Then & Now
See Newhaven through time with historical and contemporary photography comparisons.
Talking and Remembering – Reminiscences of Newhaven in Days Gone By
Community memories and conversations about old Newhaven.
Newhaven Heritage
Learn more about the history and development of the area.
Mapping Maritime Heritage with Wessex Archaeology
Interactive exploration of maritime archaeology and local heritage mapping.
Exploring the Ecology of the Firth of Forth with Edinburgh Shoreline
Discover the wildlife, coastline, and ecology of the Firth of Forth.
Bring family and friends and celebrate the heritage, creativity, and community spirit of Newhaven!