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Tall Ships race to bring 50 ships and 400,000 visitors

Organisers say it'll bring a major economic and cultural boost to the North East.

Grainne NiGhreachain

In just six months, Aberdeen will welcome almost 400,000 visitors with the return of The Tall Ships Race.

Fifty from across the globe are expected to attend the event at the quayside in Port of Aberdeen’s North Harbour.

Aberdeen will be the only UK host port for the event.

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