Thank you to all those who attended the Cornish Maritime History Day. Please keep an eye on the National Maritime Museum Cornwall’s website for future conference dates.
Cornish Maritime History Day, on Saturday 5 October, is a celebration of Cornwall’s fascinating maritime history. Throughout the day hear from a host of specialist researchers about the results from their latest projects, illuminating our understanding of maritime past.
This is the eighth event that brings maritime and history enthusiasts together to share their discoveries of people, places and ships. It is a hugely popular day, and pre-booking is highly recommended.
The Spackman of Penzance, Master William Broad, 1795 (Courtesy of Tony Pawlyn)
Cornish Maritime History Day speakers include:
‘On the Brink’: The Story of G C Fox and Co of Falmouth
Charles Fox
Falmouth Pilots
Tim Knight
Wrecks, Harbours and a Slaver: Flotsam from a solicitor’s office
Dr Lesley Trotter
An update on the Maritime Cornish Churches Project
Victoria Jenner
90 years of the Troy Fleet of Fowey
Marcus Lewis
Elizabeth Warren of Flushing, Victorian Plant Hunter
Guy English
William Broad, Ships Agent and Merchant of Falmouth
Linda Batchelor
Harveys of Hayle
Daisy Culmer
Ticket prices
Adults £30
Annual pass holders £25
Tickets include refreshments, lunch and admission to National Maritime Museum Cornwall and The Bartlett Maritime Research Centre & Library.
Timings
Saturday 5 October, 9.30am – 4.30pm
The conference starts at 10.00am.
Buy tickets
To purchase tickets please call 01326 313388 or visit the admissions desk at National Maritime Museum Cornwall.
