On August 7th TWENTY TEN coming from Kristiansand Norway on the last leg of there journey over 125 beautiful sailing vessels will appear like an armada on the horizon.
Over 5000 crew members will off load on to the town and mingle with the 1.5 million expected visitors. The end of the race will mark a carnival like celebration, with all sorts of events and activities being held. The four day festival, could increase the towns economy to the tune of £50 million. With accommodation all ready being booked it is best to book early, or face missing out.
View information and pictures of Tall Ships. First Hartlepool Renaissance a 'C' class vessel.
Arriving at Hartlepool
Saturday 7th - Tuesday 10th August 2010
Akogare
Class: A
Flag: Japan
L.O.A. 43.2m
Rig: Topsail Schooner
Year Built: 1993
Home Port: Osaka, Japan
Entered By: Sail Osaka
Eagle
Class: A Flag: USA L.O.A. 80.08 m Rig: 3 Masted Barque Year Built: 1936 Home Port: New London Entered By: USCG Academy