A church is set to host a special concert celebrating the town's 1940s weekend.

The Sheringham Shantymen will perform at St Peter's Church, Sheringham, on Saturday, September 21.

The concert will feature a mix of traditional sea shanties and folk songs, some dating back to the 1740s.

Doors open at 7pm, with the concert starting at 7.30pm.

Entry is free, but a retiring collection will be taken at the end of the evening.

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The proceeds will be split between St Peter's Church and The Sheringham Shantymen’s fundraising efforts.

Those attending can expect not just music, but banter and fun between songs, making it an interactive night for all.

Audience participation is encouraged.

Concert to celebrate 1940s weekend with traditional sea shanties Concert to celebrate 1940s weekend with traditional sea shanties (Image: Submitted)

In keeping with the theme of the weekend, attendees are invited to dress in 1940s attire.

Whether in costume or not, all are welcome to come and enjoy this unique celebration of Sheringham’s rich musical heritage.

The Sheringham Shantymen have been performing since 1988 and have raised more than £500,000 for charities.