Essential Information
Type | Family fun |
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Location | |
Date and Times | Saturday 24 May - Sunday 1 June 2025 |
Prices | Included with entry to the ship |
There's loads for families to do at Cutty Sark this May half term, from hands-on creative craft workshops to meeting historical characters roaming the decks.
All activities are free with entry to the ship - check the dates and details below and book your visit online now.
Programme

Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 May
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Monday 26 May
Wish you were here: postcards from Cutty Sark
11am-1pm and 2-4pm | Dry Berth
Design your own postcard inspired by those sent home by the apprentices on board Cutty Sark! Imagine what life was like on the ship as it sailed to China or create your own seafaring adventure. You'll use maps and collage materials to create fun and whimsical postcards.
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Tuesday 27 May
Wish you were here: postcards from Cutty Sark
11am-1pm and 2-4pm | Dry Berth
Design your own postcard inspired by those sent home by the apprentices on board Cutty Sark! Imagine what life was like on the ship as it sailed to China or create your own seafaring adventure. You'll use maps and collage materials to create fun and whimsical postcards.
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Wednesday 28 May
Weave the wave
11am-1pm and 2-4pm | Dry Berth
Inspired by Cutty Sark's incredibly speedy 73-day journey taking wool from Australia, get creative with finger weaving beneath the ship.
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Thursday 29 May
Mischievous monkey maps
11am-1pm and 2-4pm | Dry Berth
Make a treasure map to show where Captain Woodget’s mischievous pet monkey explored, as you learn all about his chaotic adventures and daring rescue.
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Friday 30 May
Mischievous monkey maps
11am-1pm and 2-4pm | Dry Berth
Make a treasure map to show where Captain Woodget’s mischievous pet monkey explored, as you learn all about his chaotic adventures and daring rescue.
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Saturday 31 May and Sunday 1 June
Cutty Sark characters
Roaming encounters: 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm | Static performances in the Dry Berth: 11.30am and 2.30pm
Meet colourful characters from Cutty Sark’s past and hear stories about life at sea.

Activity packs
Search for a play box
Available every day
Look out for play boxes as you make your way around the ship - these fun-filled boxes are for children and adults alike to explore and discover more about your surroundings.
From stacking blocks to party-themed props, our play boxes provide the perfect opportunity to let your imagination set sail. There are no instructions, just use your creativity to play with the objects you find!

Pick up a family trail
Available every day
Pick up a family trail or backpack from the admissions desk and discover new facts, stories and people in Cutty Sark's life - past, present and future!
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