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Type Talks and tours
Location
Cutty Sark
Date and Times Friday 12 July 2024 | 2.15pm-3.15pm
Prices Adult: £20 | Child: £10 | Student: £14
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Set sail for Greenwich and join guide John Wilson for a BSL tour of Cutty Sark and discover what life was like aboard the iconic sailing ship.

The price covers general admission to Cutty Sark and your ticket will include the free BSL tour.

Your meeting point will be at Cutty Sark's reception.

 

Important information

This tour is designed for D/deaf people who are BSL users. There is no English voiceover.

Discover the history of Cutty Sark

Find out more about the celebrated tea clipper
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