Blyth Tall Ship was delighted to welcome members of the Association of Lighthouse Keepers from across the UK, bringing with them not only a shared passion for maritime heritage—but also some welcome sunshine.
Visitors were treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of Blyth Tall Ship’s busy workshops, where traditional skills and craftsmanship are kept alive for future generations. The highlight of the tour included an engaging and informative boat building talk delivered by Shipwright and Trainer, Nik, offering fascinating insight into the techniques and traditions that shape the vessels of today and tomorrow.
Guests also enjoyed a fantastic presentation from Janice and Astrid, who lead the much-loved Gansey Project. Their talk showcased the rich history and cultural significance of gansey knitting, as well as the project’s ongoing work to preserve and celebrate this unique maritime tradition.
To round off the visit, the Blyth Tall Ship Shanty Singers sent guests on their way in true seafaring style, performing a rousing song that perfectly captured the spirit of the day.
CEO Siobhan Sargeant said: “We were thrilled to host such a passionate and knowledgeable group. It was a pleasure to share our work and celebrate the deep-rooted connections within our maritime community.”
Blyth Tall Ship looks forward to welcoming the group back again soon and hopes to see many of them return to sail aboard the Tall Ship during the upcoming season.
Blyth Tall Ship is also pleased to announce a range of upcoming sailing experiences available to both public and corporate customers:
One Day Tasters
June 25th, 27th, 30th
July 29th
August 1st, 2nd, 16th
September 5th, 8th, 12th, 20th, 24th, 26th
Overnight Sails
July 18th
August 8th, 22nd, 29th
3-Day Sails
June 19th
July 24th
For more information or to book, visit:
www.blythtallship.co.uk/sailing-season
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Photo: The group at Blyth Tall Ship
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