Clarenbridge is a wonderful place. It has that mix of
style, culture and fun that few places can rival. Rich
in history and generous in spirit, you are always guaranteed
wonderful memories when you visit our pretty village by
the sea.
The sea has played, and continues to play a pivotal role
in the life of Clarenbridge. From our shallow, sheltered
shores come our most famous export, the renowed Clarenbridge
Oyster.
Any why is the Clarenbridge Oyster so famous? Well, quiet
simply for the taste – it’s unrivalled. No
where else on this vast planet can match the perfect conditions
that exist in Clarenbridge for growing and harvesting
Oysters – a sheltered bay, a perfect ratio of fresh
and salt water and added to this the skill and knowledge
of a community who are immersed in Oyster harvesting since
Roman times.
And so every September since 1954, we come together to
celebrate this king of seafood and this unique history.
With the Oyster at its centre, we deliver a festival of
food, of entertainment, of music, of dancing and most
of all a festival of fun. And all of this packaged in
facilities and service levels of the highest quality.
A festival of this calibre cannot happen without significant
contributions from many supporters. Firstly, the voluntary
festival committee, a group of local people who are driven
by their sense of community and their determination to
organise a festival that can surpass any other week-end
entertainment, anywhere in the world. Our main sponsor
Guinness, who through their steadfast support over the
years have made their brand completely synonymous with
the best Oysters. To our eight key sponsors and to our
advertising sponsors – local people and enterprises
that believe so much in the festival that they are willing
to financially support our efforts.
Finally, let me take this opportunity to personally invite
you to this year’s festival. Whether coming to Clarenbridge
for the first time or if like many of our patrons you
are a regular visitor, our message is the same –
“The world is your oyster, and Clarenbridge is its
home”
