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Here are 10 phrases that are maritime in origin, including phrases where there is agreement on where they come from, and others which have a bit more ambiguity.

Falmouth is no stranger to spectacular Tall Ships. Step through time and uncover the history of the Tall Ships Races’ close association with the town.

Uncover the origins of the Tall Ships races and find out more about what you can expect to see at this year’s event in Falmouth.

Explore the history of Falmouth’s Working Boats; the fishing fleet which dredges for oysters in the Fal, and the smaller racing fleet.

Falmouth will be home to some of the world’s most impressive sailing vessels from August 15-18. Here are some of the Tall Ships you can expect to see this year.

Some of these superstitions date back several hundred years. Some are more logical than others. Here’s just a taste of the kinds of things sailors believed in.

Many words or phrases used in the present day can trace their origins back to the maritime world. Some – like ‘all hands on deck’ and ‘plain sailing’ – are more obvious than others.

Explore the history of the oldest form of fixed-seat rowing to take place anywhere, as well as the history of Penryn Rowing Club.

Thursday 7 November, 7.30pm.

Cornish writer and blogger Elizabeth Dale (The Cornish Bird) uncovers some of the lesser-known stories from Cornwall’s history.