Join us Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th July 2023

6th – 9th July 2023

Tall Ships Hartlepool

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sponsorship opportunities

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In successfully bringing the Tall Ships Races back to Hartlepool following the inaugural Race visit in 2010, Ships Races Hartlepool has created an opportunity for Hartlepool and the North East to once again show itself as world class international hosts and a place to do serious business. 

As one of the largest free family event in England this year, created from visiting ships with their young crews from around the world. It’s four days music, art, performance and of course the ships which  offers many ways for companies to support the event and the proud community hosting it, whilst enjoying amazing rewards for doing so.

Tall Ships Sailing Hartlepool
young people at tall ships hartlepool

Why Sponsor?

  • Social value from a major community event
  • An audience reach of millions
  • Underscore your community position
  • Help realise special youth opportunities
  • Benefit from & give unique experiences
  • Have your own niche within the event
  • Engage directly with your market 
  • Host on stunning Tall Ships
  • Exhibit and trade
  • Create meaningful profile and legacy  

areas that you can sponsor at Ships 2023

With so many valuable facets to this event, which is driven by  overarching themes of International Friendship and Community, there are many ways you can integrate with it as a business. We will create opportunities that work for your business values and drivers and won’t rely on off-the-shelf one-size-fits-all packages. 

So consider both the list of themes, and the areas of the event programme below, then fill in the form to open dialogue with our sponsorship team. We can then propose an opportunity just for you. 

Look at the lists, then fill in the quick form to start the process. 

huge crowds at Ships 2023

Event themes 2023

An event that offers years of legacy and will enhance the futures of many young people who will have life-changing experiences, Tall Ships Races Hartlepool brings a wealth of positive themes and messages with it. 

All manifested throughout the four days of celebration, and broadcast through a comprehensive marketing and communications campaign, we can tie these themes to your sponsorship. What resonates with your company? 

  • Sustainability & Net Zero
  • Civic Pride
  • Community Engagement
  • Adventure
  • Achievement
  • Partnerships
  • Teamwork 
  • Friendship
  • Youth
  • Opportunity
  • Shared futures

what's happening at the event

This is where those themes above come to life. 

If some of these in connection to the themes above sound interesting to you, quickly fill in the form below and we’ll help your business find it’s place as a supporter of this important event. 

  • The Sail Trainee Youth Programme
  • The Community Volunteer Programme
  • Sustainability Events and Zone
  • Schools and Education Outreach
  • Display
  • Food Markets
  • Hospitality and VIP Receptions
  • Business Networking
  • Deck parties on Tall Ships
  • The International Crew Parade
  • Stages of Entertainment
  • Arts and Activities Programme
  • The Farewell ‘Parade of Sail’
  • Public Open Ships

SPONSORSHIP Packages

We have created a range of partnership options to allow businesses big and small to support Tall Ships Races Hartlepool 2023. To view what opportunities are on offer, download our sponsorship package guide below. 

If you would like to discuss any of the sponsorship packages available, please email

Sponsorship Packages

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