News & Events

NEWS AND EVENTS

Check out the latest news and events from historic vessels and Shipshape Network projects around the country.
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News

Canal & River Trust awarded NHMF grant to restore Basuto

Plan is for 1902 'Clyde Puffer' to be the centrepiece of the National Waterways Museum’s 50th anniversary in 2026

Vigilance of Brixham undergoes sea trials ahead of return to Brixham

Brixham trawler has been undergoing restoration since October 2022

Historic Vessel For Sale: Atrato (1898 Thames Sailing Barge)

Unique opportunity to acquire Victorian Spritsail barge, used as a liveaboard for last few decades

Liverpool businesses support The Danny's Maritime Futures project

Project supports local students to explore and pursue careers in the local maritime sector

Call For Papers - UK Maritime Heritage Forum 2025

This year's theme: Staying Afloat. Location: Edinburgh. Deadline for Proposals: 9th May

Read back issues of the National Historic Ships UK Newsletter

Last 12 months of newsletter now available to read online

Events

Exhibition: Pirates

29 March 2025 – 4 January 2026, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

Naval Dockyards Society Annual Conference 2025

Saturday 5th April, University of Greenwich, London.

Exhibition: Afloat or Ashore

12 April - 11 May, Exeter Custom House. Celebrating historic vessels from around the UK.

Course: Joinery - Make a Table

14-18 April 2025, Boat Building Academy, Lyme Regis

Easter Boat Gathering 2025

18-21 April, National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port. Family event with a fleet of colourful canal boats.

Course: Make a Tote Box

21-25 April 2025, Boat Building Academy, Lyme Regis