The Cutty Sark

We came to Greenwich on our way to the Prime Meridian when my friend (a resident of the UK) said she had heard of the Cutty Sark and wanted to check it out. What we thought would be a quick trip, turned out to take up the better part of our afternoon thanks to Phillip. He was very engaging and made the Cutty Sark come alive. ¹⁰⁄₁₀ would recommend to everyone.

Cutty sark is definitely the most impressive ship that you will see all over London. It’s great idea being able to go inside and wander across the whole structure from both inside and on decks. The exhibition isn’t something special (you need less than half an hour to see it all) and the ticket is too expensive just to enter. I wouldn’t suggest paying for that. Just go there/​spend some time watching/​realizing the scale of this ship and for what it was made for.

Yes, she was fast in her day.
Yes, she is beautifully preserved.
However, she is a cargo ship. So, she is filled mostly with empty space. What’s more is she’s a cargo ship that had only eight journeys, so there are very few stories she can tell. Don’t get me wrong; what they did, they did well. However, they didn’t have much material to use to make a truly impressive display. If you are looking for that in tall ship form, make the trip to Bristol to see the Brunel’s ss Great Britain. There are plenty of other things to do in Bristol, but the Great Britain is worth the trip all by herself!

I have to be honest, it was a very cool looking boat with a great history. And it is worth visiting cause Greenwich is so cool anyway. It is feet from the ferry and greenwich market, a well as Goddards Meat Pies. So go check it out.
I think I am less mpressed as I have seen the Vasa in Stockholm, I do not feel like they put as much into this one. But its a good time for kids.

Having grown up on an island I do really like boats, so going to see the Cutty Sark was a very fun way to spend my day. As you follow the route you learn about the history of the boat, its cargo and most favours journeys and masters and why it was the fastest ship of its era.
You can also explore the different areas of the boat, get a feel of what it must have been like living there for the duration of its journey and see some original items that were used for decoration.
My favourite part was seeing the outside of the boat though, both up on deck and under the whole boat. It’s not very often you get to visit historical boats that are not in the water but instead suspended in the air in a special made building.
For those who also like walking around under a massive ship they do silent disco nights regularly so it may be worth trying that one out. If you have more time in your day you can also purchase a package ticket like I did and visit the Royal observatory too.
I would recommend spending a Saturday or Sunday in Greenwich doing that and having food in one of the many pubs and restaurants of the area.

If you look around your own city or town you may be lucky enough to have an exciting, historic and beautiful attraction too.
In my town, Greenwich (Historic Maritime Greenwich) there are many. One I had yet to see was this gem, The Cutty Sark. It’s a clipper ship an yes, you will know the name of the Whisky but did you know that Cutty Sark actually means something else? I won’t spoil the magic if you don’t because this is an attraction worth visiting.
You can get tickets online or on the day but beware if there is a long queue to purchase tickets, it may take you time to get in.
The entry was painfree because I got the online ticket and it’s a good value too! Once inside you immediately start the tour and move right into the ship. There’s heaps of information about the structure of the ship, its history and construction; the cargo, its demise and rebirth.
It’s all good, well spaced out points of interest and a few surprises too. This ship didn’t just haul tea (which did not originate in Britain — *gasp*) but spices, wool, herbs and furnishings.
NOTE TO TOURISTS: If you are visiting London, you may want to venture beyond zone 1 and discover true London in the surrounding areas.
This is a must visit for residents and tourists alike!

Since the massive renovation of display and repairs to the ship, The Cutty Sark is absolutely a fab visit. A bit pricey, but well worth it considering what the entrance fee goes toward. One ship which offers a peek into history of the empire and the last days of ships of its kind is just fascinating. Absolutely marvelous.

GreenWhich borough is an interesting area in London. It had the best attraction like Greenwich line in Greenwich park, Maratime meusuim, queen house and cutty sark meusuim. This place is worth visiting.

Cutty Sark is a British clipper ship. Built on the Clyde in 1869 for the Jock Willis Shipping Line, she was one of the last tea clippers to be built and one of the fastest, coming at the end of a long period of design development which halted as sailing ships gave way to steam propulsion.
The opening of the Suez Canal (also in 1869) meant that steam ships now enjoyed a much shorter route to China, so Cutty Sark spent only a few years on the tea trade before turning to the trade in wool from Australia, where she held the record time to Britain for ten years. Improvements in steam technology meant that gradually steamships also came to dominate the longer sailing route to Australia and the ship was sold to the Portuguese company Ferreira and Co. in 1895, and renamed Ferreira. She continued as a cargo ship until purchased by retired sea captain Wilfred Dowman in 1922, who used her as a training ship operating from Falmouth, Cornwall. After his death, Cutty Sark was transferred to the Thames Nautical Training College, Greenhithe in 1938 where she became an auxiliary cadet training ship alongside HMS Worcester. By 1954 she had ceased to be useful as a cadet ship and was transferred to permanent dry dock at Greenwich, London on public display.
Cutty Sark is listed by National Historic Ships as part of the National Historic Fleet (the nautical equivalent of a Grade 1 Listed Building). She is one of only three remaining original composite construction (wooden hull on an iron frame) clipper ships from the nineteenth century in part or whole, the others being the City of Adelaide, which arrived in Port Adelaide, South Australia on 3 February 2014 for preservation, and the beached skeleton of Ambassador of 1869 near Punta Arenas, Chile.
The ship has been damaged by fire twice in recent years. Firstly on 21 May 2007 while undergoing conservation. She has since been restored and was reopened to the public on 25 April 2012. Secondly, on 19 October 2014 it suffered minor damages in a smaller fire. A very good tourist attraction reasonably priced we got the train from brighton to London Bridge and got a 2 for 1 discount only ended up costing us £13 to get in which I thought was very good. Loved the experience. Lots of things to do for the kids if you have any with you very satisfying ¹⁰⁄₁₀

Whether or not you are a fan of tall ships or naval yore, the Cutty Sark is an impressive sight. After it was heavily damaged in a fire a few years ago, one would think all was lost but a new refurbishment has given way to an exciting museum and a unique way to enjoy this iconic ship. One can literally walk under the hull of the ship, now housed in a gorgeous modern glass ceiling. The ship has become a work of art. Continue on and walk through the ship to the upper deck and you are outside navigating the vessel through the air. A unique way to enjoy a historical experience.

Visited the Cutty Sark on a recent trip to London and thought it was very interesting. It costs £13.50 to enter and for that you get to see inside the ship, which has exhibits that explain about its time as a world famous tea clipper as well as its recent restoration. You can also head up on deck and see the captain’s quarters and feel what life would have been like on board. A definite place to visit if you’re in the area.
Greenwich (where the ship is docked) is also a lovely place to have a wander around, with a lovely market and pretty parks. Overall a great day out.

Cutty Sark est le nom d’un bateau à voiles de la fin du 19ième siècle, construit pour le commerce du thé puis du coton entre l’Angleterre et ses colonies. Ce petit 3-​mâts, élégant et très rapide pour son époque, a été préservé à la fin de sa carrière comme bateau-​école, mis en cale sèche à Greenwich, et c’est maintenant un musée qui se visite en trois étapes bien distinctes :
— on commence par l’intérieur, les soutes, où la cargaison était entreposée, sur deux niveaux, avec au passage un petit film bien fait qui retrace l’histoire du navire ;
— puis on sort à l’air libre, sur le pont, pour admirer les mâts, visiter les quartiers de l’équipage et aussi profiter de la vue sur la Tamise et Canary Wharf au loin ;
— et, le meilleur pour la fin, on redescend littéralement sous le bateau, dans la salle fermée sous la coque, qui permet de découvrir Cutty Sark avec un point de vue aussi inhabituel que spectaculaire.
Vous aurez fait le tour en une petite heure sans vous presser. Comme (presque) partout à Londres, l’entrée est chère, mais la découverte de ce témoin de la glorieuse histoire maritime britannique vaut le coup (et le coût). Et pour ceux qui veulent approfondir, le musée maritime est à deux pas !
PS: depuis le centre-​ville de Londres, le plus sympa pour accéder à Cutty Sark (et pour vous mettre dans l’ambiance nautique) est l’arrêt Greenwich du River Bus (ligne 1) qui débarque juste devant.

i grew up with a dad who are a shipwright so i have always been interested in wooden ships. cutty sark have been rebuilt and exhibited so you can see both inside and out and wonder through the whole ship.
its both a pretty sight and an important part of english history.

Ich fand dieses alte Segelschiff sehr interessant. Man kann das Schiff unter Deck besichtigen und wundert sich, wie die Besatzung damit wohl früher damit auskam.

What a magnificant job of reStoration. Love the view from below.

These reviews definitely need updating since the post-​fire restoration has been completed. I didn’t really know what to expect since I hadn’t seen the Cutty Sark before the fire, but I was impressed with the beautiful display of this ship. I learned a lot about clipper ships from the exhibit, which was varied and extensive. I enjoyed seeing the ship from above (captain’s room, firstmate’s quarters, etc.), inside below deck (you could see how the ship was actually constructed), and below (really gave you a feel for the ship’s size and form. Entry is a bit pricey, but it wouldn’t be so bad if you combined it with the Royal Observatory on a ‘big ticket’ which would have been a good deal if we’d thought of it before. This is definitely a place I will take my friends when they visit London as it is interesting for someone who isn’t even particularly interested in ships and historical transport.

Remember the Cutty Sark? Most people know it from the booze and many don’t realize that it’s an actual tea clipper — and arguably the most famous and successful of them — moored permanently at Maritime Greenwich. This is a highly touristed area, a World Heritage Site according to UNESCO, and it’s all well worth a visit. But if you expect to see the Cutty Sark herself you might want to hold off a couple of years, as the poor dear is still under wraps for restoration after a devastating fire. It’s a real shame, but I’ve high hopes that she will be returned to something near her original splendour. God speed.

Este es el autentico barco de la botella de Whisky, es enorme, para poder visitarlo hay que pagar, pero no hace falta entrar para poder verlo bien.
Esta justo a la salida del tunel del tamesis.

Quite fun to visit! =D

Having been on board the gret tea clipper, i have to say it is very impressive (although this review was made during the time of the fire on the cutty sark). i rember me and my father always going on a weekend. very small inside, but fun all the same!

great place visit as in grenich so alot to do
all round there nice park to if you going bye ice cream or
food round there go side streets cheaper and if your very carefull can get on thames beach

Coming from london Myself if your looking for a day out this isnt it. all you see is a ship in the water Greenwich itself isnt a great area to be in its rather like thinking your in harrods and finding out your in poundland the whole area is a slum to be honest
but if your well and truly into ship or boat history then it will give you some enjoyment otherwise you will become very bored easily

Tja, wirklich schade, das dieses wundervolle Schiff abgebrannt ist. Ich kann nur hoffen, dass die Rekonstruktion gelingt. Meine Fotos stammen aus dem Jahre 2006, vor dem grossen Brand.

Ich muss meinem Vorredner in jeder Beziehung beipflichten!
Ein prachtvolles Schiff, sehr lohnenswert zu besichtigen
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Bin jetzt schon gespannt, wie es nach der Restaurierung sein wird!

Ich hatte die Ehre, die Cutty Sark im Zuge meiner Schulreise nach London 2006, also noch vor dem großen Feuer, zu sehen. Da meine Hostfamily in der Nähe wohnte und das Schiff quasi auf meinem Weg aus der Stadt lag, kamen wir fast jeden Tag an ihr vorbei, und sie war jedes mal ein Blickfang!
Es ragt (e) majestätisch in mitten eines großen Platzes mit Blick zur Themse. Es ist wirklich ein Jammer das dieses, damals wirklich gut erhaltene Schiff ein Opfer der Flammen wurde. Aber so ist nun mal das Leben!

I’m reviewing this primarily as one of the landmarks on the London Marathon course. I haven’t actually been on board the ship It’s apparently the world’s last tea clipper. From outside it seems pretty small and narrow. Not much space for a long voyage. You may also have heard that it was badly damaged by fire in May 2007. This means no-one’s getting to go on board right now as it’s being re-​built.
However, I see from the website that you can visit the conservation project, and see bits from the ship (such as the figure head), see films and perhaps watch some of the conservation work. Sounds interesting!
As to the Marathon up to this point in the course, much of it has been run well off the tourist path. As such this is one of the obvious places for spectators to gather. And that makes it a bit mad Unless you are the BBC (I seem to remember spotting they had their own little enclosure on the roadside), you are going to have to battle major crowds. The roads and pavements in Greenwich are not that wide which adds to the crush. You might have problems getting in and out: the Greenwich Foot Tunnel is Northbound only during the morning.
As a participant it’s sort of weird, as you are back in Greenwich, where you started the day! And you’ve run quite a few miles though it is good to tick off the first section of the course. There’s a chance of getting interviewed by the BBC. The dogleg around the ship is pretty tight, so expect to slow if you are with a lot of runners. After this though you head out into the wilds of Deptford and Rotherhithe, and some of the most deserted areas of the course. You might want to persuade your supporters they’d rather walk a bit and support you somewhere out there.
As I couldn’t decide where on the 26.2 mile London Marathon Course I should put a flag, I decided it would be better to split it up so this is one of a series of reviews I’ve done on points along the course. For the full set search using the keyword ‘FLM’