Residents and visitors to Plymouth will have a rare opportunity to experience traditional seafaring this summer as the classic tall ship Morgenster arrives in Britain’s Ocean City. From Thursday 27th until Monday 31st August, the historic vessel will be offering unforgettable sailing adventures in Plymouth Sound.
Operating two daily departures at 09:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:00 from the Barbican Landing Stage, the three-hour adventure invites participants of all experience levels to step aboard a piece of maritime history. Guests are given the unique chance to actively participate in the voyage by helping the professional crew set the sails and taking a turn at the helm, or simply relax on deck to take in panoramic coastal views.
Booking details:
- Dates: Thursday 27th to Monday 31st August
- Trip times: 09:00–12:00 and 14:00–17:00 daily
- From: Barbican Landing Stage
- Ticket prices: Adults £55; Children (under 15 years) £40 (please note that experience has shown that these day sailings are best suited for participants aged 12 and over).
Guests are kindly requested to arrive alongside the ship at least 20 minutes prior to departure. Upon arrival, a complimentary tea and coffee station will be available, and an onboard bar will remain open throughout the voyage offering a selection of soft drinks, beers, wines, and hot beverages (additional charges apply).
Comfortable clothing, a windproof jacket, and suitable footwear are strongly recommended.
Originally launched in 1919 as the sailing herring lugger De Vrouwe Maria, Dutch tall ship Morgenster boasts a century-long legacy of maritime transformation. After decades as a commercial North Sea fishing vessel, wartime service, and a brief 1970s detour involving government seizure under false suspicions of pirate radio activity, she was acquired in 1983 by Harry and Marian Muter.
Following an extensive, multi-decade restoration culminating in her 2008 re-commissioning as a classic clipper-brig, she now operates out of Den Helder in the Netherlands as a world-class sail-training ship, participating in major European maritime festivals, Royal Netherlands Navy training exercises, Tall Ships Races, and public adventure voyages.
Places are limited, so book early and experience the magic of traditional sailing aboard the tall ship Morgenster.
Bookings can be made directly via https://zeilbrik.org/product/plymouth-harbour-sailing-experience/
