Come and join us at Tall Ships 2023

Published Friday, 3rd February 2023

Applications are now invited from businesses wishing to get involved in The Tall Ships Races 2023 in Hartlepool.

The July 6th-9th event - set to be one of the biggest free family events in the north of England this year - offers a wide range of trade, exhibition and concession opportunities.

Hartlepool Borough Council is reaching out to local businesses in particular, inviting them to help showcase what the town has to offer.

Councillor Shane Moore, Leader of the Council, said: “It is a huge honour for Hartlepool to be hosting this world famous international event again, 13 years after it first came to town, and excitement is really building.

“Hundreds of thousands of visitors are expected over the four days and it will provide a massive boost to the local and regional economy. We want to ensure that local businesses are able to share in the benefits it will bring.”

All types of businesses are welcome to apply, and they will be asked to provide more details of their offer on the application form. They are encouraged to think about a maritime or nautical look for their pitch to fit in with the overall theme of the event.

Successful businesses will be required to be present each day of the event, with minimum trading times of 10am-7pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday July 6th, 7th and 8th and 7am-5pm on Sunday 9th July.

Event Director Catherine Honey said: “We intend to have traders, exhibitions and concessions located across the entire north event site. The Tall Ships Races 2023 represents an amazing opportunity for local businesses of all sizes to get involved. This really is an exciting time to own or operate a business in Hartlepool, we would love for you to submit an application form!”

Businesses can apply or find out more through a series of frequently asked questions (FAQs) by visiting www.tallshipshartlepool2023.co.uk/vendors-traders/