ROSEHILL Theatre is set to work with the Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners to host the first ever Harbour Fest. 

The event will take place on Saturday, July 2 at Whitehaven Harbour. 

A spokesperson said: "The festival will feature live promenade performances, music, arts and crafts, and lots more, which will illuminate the unique harbour of Whitehaven and celebrate the local creative community.

"The event will be free and open to all.

"As part of the festival, we are delighted to announce the Cumbrian premiere of the magnificent Out Of The Deep Blue by Autin Dance Theatre, featuring a world-class 13ft Sea Giant puppet, Eko."

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