Cerys’ Written Experience of the Pelican of London
Sailing aboard the Pelican Of London for six days was an experience that will stay with me for a lifetime. The ship itself is a magnificent vessel, a three-masted barquentine with a rich history, and being a part of its crew, even for a short while, was an honour. Learning to hoist sails, and stand…
Pelican of London sails from Portland Port on Navy mission
The sailing ship Pelican of London that was built at Portland Port by Cdr Graham Neilson RN has left its former home port over the weekend for a special military mission for the Royal Navy. It is heading down to Gibraltar and then to the Mediterranean with a party of young Royal Navy Officers and…
Barque to the future: Navy looks to tall ship to enhance officer training
The Royal Navy is looking to train officers under sail for the first time in decades by chartering a tall ship. Experts believe the unique experience of crewing a traditional sailing vessel around the British Isles will teach vital navigational skills and nurture a strong bond of teamwork and community spirit integral to life in…
Cumbria Learners Explore New Horizons on Tall Ship Voyage
Four young learners from Cumbria recently arrived in Liverpool after completing a tall ship voyage designed to boost skills, teamwork and personal growth. The four are working towards careers in engineering through training at City & Guilds firm Gen2, and set off from Barrow-in-Furness on August 13 as part of the crew aboard the Pelican…