Hythe’s annual music festival day took place again on The Promenade adjacent to the waterfront and offering wonderful views of Hythe Pier. This year taking place as part of the ‘Rock the Train’ weekend, celebrating the centenary of Hythe Pier Railway.

A packed audience were able to enjoy the good weather and great music. Getting the show off to a rocking start at 12.45 were popular local band Trav Cats. Continuing the entertainment were Wire J-D, MagiKats, REMbrandt, When Harri met Alli before the ever popular Soulcatchers closed the day at 7.30pm. Thankyou to all our performers for giving their time for free. Spectators were also able to purchase HPHA merchandise and find out more about the project to preserve and restore Hythe Pier at the HPHA info stand. The event, organised and run by volunteers, raised nearly £8000 from donations, the Grand draw, merchandise and sponsorship.

A day of family fun, games and learning to celebrate the heritage of Hythe’s historic pier.

Ask the Expert with Alan Titheridge author of ‘Hythe Pier and Ferry – A History’ who has a huge wealth of knowledge on everything connected to the Ferries and Pier.

Music at the entrance to the Pier from New Forest Brass Training Band, Rock Choir and Waterside Community Choir.

Pop Up Cafe at the end of the Pier offering teas, coffees and delicious home-made cakes and great views over Southampton Water.

A chance to tour the train workshop and understand how the Hythe Pier Railway has been kept running for nearly 100 years.