Set sail aboard The Matthew - A true Bristol icon
Posted on: 18 Apr 2017Bristol is home to the perfect recreation of John Cabot's ship that sailed to North America in 1497 – The Matthew of Bristol. This year celebrates the 20th anniversary of the modern Matthew's voyage across the Atlantic. There are a variety of trips offered aboard the famous ship around the harbour and along the river. Perfect for so many different occasions.
The Matthew run regular tips with various themes. They include voyages along the beautiful Avon Gorge, around the harbour, sea-shanty specials and the ever popular fish and chip or cream tea trips! Gift vouchers can be purchased for any amount and then redeemed against any of the many trips offered year-round. For more info on their regular events please click here.
Exactly 20 years ago on 2 May, the modern Matthew set sail on a historic trip across the Atlantic from Bristol to Newfoundland, Canada. To mark the occasion there will be a celebratory harbour trip on the Matthew for you to imagine, even if just for 1 hour, what it was like to sail across the ocean in this beautiful ship!
The Matthew is available for private hire and hosts events of all kinds. From wedding receptions to birthday parties and corporate events, the office staff are experienced party planners so they can help you every step of the way!
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Photo credit: Dovile Arlauskaite
For more info on The Matthew, including gift vouchers, history and visits, please head to matthew.co.uk and keep up to date via Facebook and Twitter. You cam make enquiries via info@matthew.co.uk or by calling 0117 927 6868.
The Matthew is a wholly not-for-profit charity. All money raised goes directly to maintaining the ship so that people can continue to visit her and learn about her rich history, old and new. Find out how you can help.
Header photograph credit: Jon Godfrey
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Born and raised in the suburbs of Swansea, Jimmy moved to Bristol back in 2004 to attend university. Passionate about live music, sport, science and nature, he can usually be found walking his cocker spaniel Baxter at any number of green spots around the city. Call James on 078 9999 3534 or email Editor@365Bristol.com.
