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A unique tradition that began in 1813 in the fishing village of Cockenzie & Port Seton. It was a form of insurance for the fishing families.

The Friendly Society of Fishermen of Cockenzie and Port Seton was set up in 1813 to support the widows of fishermen and those unable to work through illness or injury at sea. At the end of the summer herring fishing season, the Box Meeting was held on or about the third Friday of September. This was the only guaranteed holiday the fishermen could enjoy each year. The fishermen would go to the loca

l school to pay their dues which were kept in a locked ceremonial box. The 'Preses' and Box-master, carrying the box, would lead a procession through the village. The parade stopped at various places en route, including Cockenzie House and the Thorntree Inn, for the villagers to dance to bands taking part and to take refreshments. Box Meetings did not take place after 1957, when, with less need for a community-led Friendly Society, bands could no longer be afforded. The society was disbanded in 1973. The tradition was revived for the 200th anniversary of the Cockenzie & Port Seton Box Meeting in 2013 and continues to be celebrated every five years. Everyone in the community is welcome to take part and the celebrations include a beach bonfire, ceilidh and parade through the village. It is well-supported with both residents and visitors turning out in their thousands for this unique event.

31/10/2024

24/04/2024

Boatie Blest film show tomorrow evening at the community centre, 7pm

FILM SHOW, Port Seton Community Centre, 25th April at 7pm. Free entry.
Two short films capture the initial stages of the 3D scanning project that aims to create a digital archive of the model boats of Cockenzie and Port Seton and the rich heritage associated with these beautiful models. With thanks to Jill De Fresnes and Salt of the Earth - Heritage Connections

Testing the Technology – Boatie Blest Model Boats and 3D scanning Part I

We get a behind the scenes view of the process of 3D scanning of model boats to create a digital archive. Here we look at the tech and chat to some of those involved in this fascinating project.

Among the Boats – Boatie Blest Model Boats and 3D scanning Part II

Interviews with model boat makers on their love of the sea, the boats that sail on it and how the models capture their rich fishing and boat building heritage.

16/04/2024

BOATIE BLEST FILM SHOW, Port Seton Community Centre, 25th April at 7pm. Free entry.
Two short films capture the initial stages of the 3D scanning project that aims to create a digital archive of the model boats of Cockenzie and Port Seton and the rich heritage associated with these beautiful models. With thanks to Jill De Fresnes and Salt of the Earth - Heritage Connections
Testing the Technology – Boatie Blest Model Boats and 3D scanning Part I
We get a behind the scenes view of the process of 3D scanning of model boats to create a digital archive. Here we look at the tech and chat to some of those involved in this fascinating project.
Among the Boats – Boatie Blest Model Boats and 3D scanning Part II
Interviews with model boat makers on their love of the sea, the boats that sail on it and how the models capture their rich fishing and boat building heritage.

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