Old Gaffers Festival

8, October 2015·2 min read

Old Gaffers Festival switching to every other year – Unless funding found

Unless new blood and sponsors get involved, the annual Old Gaffers Festival, which costs a phenomenal £90,000 to put on, will switch to every other year.

28, May 2015·1 min read

Yamouth is all set for Old Gaffers. Are you?

The Old Gaffers Festival returns this week, with three days of entertainment and sailing. Not to mention Friday night fancy dress and Saturday Night Fever!

2, June 2014·1 min read

D-Day veterans celebrated during Old Gaffers Festival

D-Day veterans were brought together and their war efforts commemorated during an afternoon tea at The George on Friday.

27, May 2014·1 min read

Exhibition of Yarmouth and Thorley people during the First World War

We're sure this exhibition, which features, photos, letters and more should be fascinating. Don't forget to pop in and see it when you're at Old Gaffers this coming weekend.

31, May 2013·1 min read

High Sheriff opens Old Gaffers Festival

There is plenty to see and do over in Yarmouth at the Old Gaffers Festival this weekend.

30, May 2013·1 min read

Police target under-age drinking to keep Gaffers family friendly

Police will be particularly focusing this year on any young person who may be under the influence of alcohol.

25, May 2012·1 min read

Lots Happening On The Wight This Weekend

There's plenty to do this weekend on the Wight, check out our listings for more details.

29, May 2009·1 min read

Lucid @ Old Gaffers

Lucid will be doing what they do best at the Old Gaffers tomorrow afternoon.

19, May 2009·1 min read

Old Gaffers Association Golden anniversary

This years marks the 50th anniversary of the Old Gaffers Festival.

1, April 2009·1 min read

Yarmouth Bridge to close for five weeks

The Yarmouth bridge is closing for five weeks. Make sure you consider the diversion before heading to the ferry.

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