'World's shortest festival' brings buzz to islands
Summary
Hundreds of people attended a brief festival on the usually underwater channel between the islands of Tresco and Bryher in the Isles of Scilly. This festival, called the Low Tide Event, lasts for approximately 90 minutes during a period of low sea level.Key Facts
- The Low Tide Event is a festival taking place on a sandbar between the islands of Tresco and Bryher in the Isles of Scilly.
- This channel is usually under 20ft (about 6 meters) of water.
- The festival can be held when the sea level drops, revealing the sandbar.
- The Low Tide Event lasts around 90 minutes.
- People of diverse age ranges attended this event, from babies to elderly individuals.
- The first Low Tide Event took place in 2015.
- This event relies on "super low tides," which happen twice a year, and air pressure that influences how far the tide goes out.
- The event includes food, drinks, and picnic benches, and it creates a sense of community among the attendees.
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