The extraordinary life of Grace O'Malley
Discover the story of the pioneering 16th century pirate and seafarer – and her surprising links with Greenwich
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Cordage: its origins, construction, properties and uses in ships
Learn more about cordage, also known as rope, including the different fibres used to make cordage and the types of rope most commonly used in sailing ships
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How Cutty Sark came to Greenwich
The historic tea clipper is one of the most famous sights along the River Thames. But why was Greenwich chosen as Cutty Sark's final home?
History of Cutty Sark
Delve into the fascinating history of Cutty Sark - the record-breaking tea clipper which travelled the globe and visited every major world port
Keeping Cutty Sark ship-shape: repairing the poop deck
Between 2023 and 2024, the poop deck of Cutty Sark was replaced as part of a major conservation project. Discover how a team of shipkeepers keep the vessel in peak condition
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Poles Apart: Explore the World of RRS Sir David Attenborough
Travel to the icy frontiers of modern polar science at the National Maritime Museum
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Members' Thames Sailing Barge Weekend
Join us for an amazing trip in an authentic Thames barge
Space Explorers
Sessions for Scouting and Girlguiding groups led by our Royal Observatory astronomers.
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Movement on the Map: Yoga
Get moving on the new Ocean Map with some gentle yoga sessions