Tours

Join artist Wes Foster for an exploration of Grimsby’s dockside: noticing the details of a place that’s been shaped by the sea, industry and time, and finding new ways to see and record it.
 
Taking place as part of Festival of the Sea, this workshop uses phones and thermal print cameras as tools for looking differently. After a short introduction, participants set out on a guided walk around Alexandra Dock and the Fishing Heritage Centre, using a specially designed prompt card to capture places, sounds, atmospheres, textures and things that catch their eye: through photography, writing, or both.

With an emphasis on exploration and play over polished outcomes, we’ll use the images and fragments we collect together to create a collective response to the site.
 
Participants will be able to on the day take home prints produced with thermal cameras 

Discover the seafood that puts Grimsby on the map!

Join us for a special FREE Guided Seafood Tasting Tour as part of Festival of the Sea 2026 on Saturday 20 June.

Led by local guide Connor Stannard, this unique walking tour will take you through Grimsby Town Centre, where you’ll visit a selection of local venues showcasing the very best of the town’s seafood heritage.

Along the way, you’ll enjoy complimentary tasters of delicious seafood dishes created by talented local chefs, hear fascinating stories about Grimsby’s rich fishing history, and discover local businesses showcasing their best dishes.

Whether you’re a lifelong seafood lover or simply curious to explore Grimsby’s culinary scene, this is a great opportunity to experience the town’s renowned seafood industry first-hand.