Sea Week 2026 at All Saints Church, Lower Brixham
Sunday 12th July – Sunday 19th July 2026
Join us for a week of community, heritage, music, food and celebration as we mark Sea Week 2026 at All Saints Church.
Sea Week is an opportunity to celebrate Brixham’s rich maritime heritage, honour the people whose lives and livelihoods are connected to the sea, and bring the community together through a range of events and activities for all ages.
Whether you are a lifelong resident, a visitor to the area, or simply curious about the history and traditions of our town, we would be delighted to welcome you.
Daily Exhibition
The Great Storm of 1866 to the Lifeboats of Torbay
Monday 13th – Saturday 18th July
10:00am – 4:00pm daily
Brixham Baptist Church
Free Entry
Discover the dramatic story of the Great Storm of 1866 and explore how maritime disasters helped shape the development of the lifeboat services we know today.
Featuring photographs, historical information and fascinating stories from Brixham’s maritime past, this exhibition offers a unique insight into the courage, resilience and community spirit that continue to define our coastal town.
Sunday 12th July
Sea Sunday Service
9:30am
All Saints Church
Sea Week begins with our special Sea Sunday Service.
Join us as we celebrate Brixham’s connection to the sea, remember those who work on and around our waters, and give thanks for the communities that have grown around our harbour.
Refreshments will be served after the service.
Everyone is welcome.
Monday 13th July
School Visits
9:30am
All Saints Church
We are delighted to welcome pupils from Brixham Church of England Primary School and Furzeham Primary School for a morning of learning and discovery.
Topics include:
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Where does your fish supper come from?
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Staying Safe in the Water with the RNLI
Helping younger generations connect with Brixham’s maritime heritage is an important part of Sea Week.
Tuesday 14th July
Fish Quay Market
10:00am – 2:00pm
Brixham Fish Quay
Visit our Sea Week stall at the Fish Quay Market.
Learn more about All Saints Church, Sea Week activities and our fundraising campaign to support the future of the church.
We’ll also have information about our Fish and Chip Supper and Quality Auction.
Cream Tea with Music
3:00pm – 5:00pm
All Saints Church
Enjoy a traditional cream tea while listening to live music from local favourites:
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Missin' Tackle
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Fish Hawkers
Tickets: £5 per person
A relaxed afternoon of music, refreshments and community spirit in the heart of Lower Brixham.
Wednesday 15th July
Midweek Service and Refreshments
10:00am – 11:00am
All Saints Church
Take time to pause and reflect during Sea Week.
Join us for a short midweek service followed by refreshments and the opportunity to visit the Sea Week exhibition.
Everyone is welcome.
Thursday 16th July
Coffee Morning
10:00am – 12:00pm
All Saints Church
Enjoy coffee, homemade refreshments and friendly conversation.
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet members of the church community and find out more about the role All Saints continues to play in the life of Lower Brixham.
Visitors are also encouraged to visit the Sea Week exhibition.
Friday 17th July
Fish and Chip Supper, Music and Quality Auction
7:00pm
All Saints Church
One of the highlights of Sea Week.
Enjoy:
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Fresh fish and chips
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Live music
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Community fellowship
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Quality charity auction
Auction prizes include generously donated items and experiences from local businesses, artists and supporters. A winebar will also be available through the evening.
Funds raised from the evening will help support the future of All Saints Church and our campaign to raise £10,000 by Christmas 2026.
Tickets: £10
Please contact Jayne Carter jvacarter@yahoo.co,uk tel contact 07790 940552 to book tickets, or see us at the Fish Quay Market (subject to availability).
Saturday 18th July
All Saints Open Day
10:00am – 4:00pm
All Saints Church
Step inside one of Brixham’s most iconic buildings.
Throughout the day you can:
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Explore the church
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Enjoy refreshments
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View the Sea Week exhibition
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Learn about the church’s history
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Spend time in our reflection space
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Meet members of the church community
Whether you are a regular visitor or have never stepped inside before, we would love to welcome you.
Sunday 19th July
Harvest of the Sea Civic Service
6:30pm
All Saints Church
Sea Week concludes with our Harvest of the Sea Service.
This special civic service brings together representatives from sea-related organisations, civic office holders and members of the local community to celebrate Brixham’s maritime heritage and give thanks for all those connected to the sea.
Everyone is warmly invited to attend.
Supporting the Future of All Saints Church
Sea Week 2026 forms part of our campaign to secure the future of All Saints Church.
For more than 200 years, All Saints has stood above Brixham Harbour as a place of worship, community and heritage. Through fundraising events, community activities and the support of local people, we hope to ensure it continues serving future generations.
We are currently working towards a fundraising target of £10,000 by Christmas 2026.
Thank you for supporting Sea Week and helping keep faith at the heart of Fishtown.