ROYAL MUSEUMS GREENWICH TO REOPEN
CUTTY SARK ON 20 JULY 2020

Following the announcement from the Government on 23 June, Royal Museums Greenwich is pleased to announce the reopening of Cutty Sark on 20 July.

Royal Museums Greenwich aims to reopen its other sites (National Maritime Museum, Queen’s House and the Royal Observatory Greenwich) in a phased approach over the summer. The Museum will continue to monitor the situation closely and base its approach on advice received from the Government and Public Health England.

Launched in 1869 from Dumbarton, Scotland, Cutty Sark is the last-surviving tea clipper in the world, once carrying cargo ranging from the finest teas to gunpowder, and from whisky to buffalo horns. Cutty Sark made her name as the fastest ship of her era during her time in the wool trade, reaching the record-breaking speed of 17 ½ knots (20 mph/32kmph) between London and Sydney.

Some restrictions will initially be in place to ensure the safety of all visitors and staff to Cutty Sark. Tickets must be purchased in advance to ensure social distancing can be maintained on board. Pre-booked time slots ensure that visits are spread throughout the day and sites don’t exceed their capacity. A one-way system will be in place to ensure the story of the ship and her crew can be told in a safe way.

Initially the cafe will not be open, but toilet facilities will be available to visitors, with enhanced cleaning regimes in place.

To book your tickets to the re opening of the Cutty Sark, follow the link.

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