The 'Pirates' Dinghy Dance 2025
The Dinghy 'Pirates' Dance
Saturday 23rd August | Sea View Yacht Club
All hands on deck! The legendary Dinghy Dance returns this summer, and its going full pirate. Expect jinkin, jivin, feasting, frocklickin, and all the nautical nonsense you know and love — this time with a mischievous maritime twist. With live music from the phenomenal Sophie Simonds and Band, DJ Harry Cotterell, and pirate-inspired entertainment all night long, this is not one to miss.
This is a fundraising event in support of the SVOD class
Ticket Types
Feasting & Frolickin' (Dinner & Dancing) Ticket | 70 Doubloons
Includes:
- Early access from 19:00
- Three-course pirate feast
- Welcome drink
- Full access to all entertainment
Frocklickin (Dance-Only) Ticket | 35 Doubloons
Includes:
- Entry from 20:00 to awning and waterfornt staging, with games and rum bar
- Full access to evening entertainment
- First 50 tickets purchased get a FREE welcome drink
Please note: Tickets are limited. This event sold out last year and is expected to again.
Timings at a Glance
- 19:00 | Doors open for Feasting Guests welcome drink and seating
- 19:45 | Pirate Feast is served
- 20:00 | Entry for Frocklickin Guests to Awning and Staging
- 20:00 | DJ commences
- 21:30 | Live set from Sophie Simonds and Band
- 23:00 | DJ set continues the party
- 01:30 | That's yer lot!.. Last orders at the bar
- 02:00 | Weigh Anchors... Event ends
Some timings may be subject to change.
Entertainment Highlights
- Sophie Simonds and Band Live vocals, full band, and floor-filling energy
- DJ Harry Cotterell Club-favourite DJ spinning pirate-pop, party classics, and dancefloor gold
- Special Guest DJs to be announced
- Pirate-themed Entertainment Mischievous surprises, and interactive fun throughout the night
- Gold Doubloon Treasure Hunt
- Rum Bar
- Fully Decorated Clubhouse Pirate vibes from bowsprit to bar
Dress Code
Pirate-inspired partywear is highly encouraged. Whether you're swashbuckling or sirening, make it fun and fabulous — but practical enough to dance in.
Age Limit
This is a strictly 18+ event. Proof of age may be required.
Terms & Conditions
Please note this event is a fundraiser for the SVOD Class. By booking a ticket, you agree to the following:
- Proof of age may be required. All attendees must be 18+.
- Non-members are welcome but must be signed in by a member and not exceed their annual guest quota.
- Security checks may be in operation on entry.
- Zero tolerance for anti-social behaviour, verbal/physical abuse, or drug use. Offenders will be removed without a refund and referred to the Clubs Conduct Committee.
- No refunds unless tickets are reallocated via waitlist or resale.
- No admission or re-admission after 00:00.
- Right of admission reserved by event management.