MA020623 Scotland to Cornwall £729
Mile and Experience Building Voyages
Greenock, UK - Penzance, UK
AN ADVENTURE TO REMEMBER – SUMMER 2023
Join Tall Ship Maybe on this hands on practical sailing adventure. Become a member of crew for this 4 night sail from Greenock, Firth of Clyde to Penzance in Cornwall, learning all the skills necessary to sail our gaff ketch. By the end of the journey you should be able to steer the ship, handle sails, keep a lookout and assist in the day to day duties on board.
| Ship | Under 25 |
|---|---|
| Maybe | £729.00 |
| Embarkation | Disembarkation | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2023 | June 6, 2023 | 4 |
Tallship Taster voyage
2nd June 2023 to 6th June 2023
Voyage Highlights:
- Teamwork and camaraderie
- Mile Builder
- Learning to sail and live on board a tall ship
Life on a sailing voyage
On a sailing voyage we never use the word itinerary, as skippers will always be aiming for the best sailing and shore landings for the forecast and most idyllic or sheltered anchors and ports. They are as keen as you to include some of the highlights describe, but you have to go with Mother Nature, not fight her. The description below is based on what we think might be possible, based on past trips, or experience, but nothing is guaranteed on a sailing voyage. If the following voyage description is not fulfilled for any reason, Maybe Sailing and Maybe Sailing Youth Initiative cannot be held responsible.
VOYAGE DESCRIPTION
Under the watchful eyes of our fully trained permanent crew you will become a trainee crew member on board Tall Ship Maybe, sailing with like-minded people. Learn about teamwork, leadership whilst learning skills in sailing a traditional tall ship. Help hoist the sails, steer the ship and navigate the seas! See amazing scenery. Spot amazing wildlife. You don’t need any experience at all as you will learn everything you need to know on board.
You will gain knowledge of sailing, learn to live and work alongside others and have a fantastic adventure which you will share with new friends and will be etched in your memory forever.
What is included in the voyage cost:
- Accommodation and all meals on board Tall Ship Maybe
- Sailing tuition and supervision from fully qualified crew members
- Third party liability Insurance
- Use of waterproofs and safety equipment
What is not included:
- Travel to and from the boat
- Personal travel insurance. Check out Top Sail for specialist Tall Ship sailing travel insurance
- Merchandise available to purchase on board
- Excursions and meals onshore, unless otherwise stated
Greenock, UK
Penzance, UK
Embark Travel Information
Greenock, UK
By Car from Glasgow Post Code: PA15 2UT
From Glasgow: around 35 minutes (23 miles)
James Watt Dock Marina is located off the main M8/A8 road to Greenock. Once through Port Glasgow, continue on the A8 following signs for Greenock. At the traffic lights between the Arnold Clark Vauxhall and Ford garages continue straight on then take a right hand turn at the next set of traffic lights.
From Glasgow Central: around 40 minutes)
Cartsdyke Station is approximately 10 minutes walk from the marina and provides a frequent service between Glasgow Central and Gourock. There are two trains per hour from Cartsdyke to Glasgow at 17 and 47 minutes past the hour and from Glasgow at 05 and 55 minutes past the hour. Times may vary at peak hours and on weekends/bank holidays. We would recommend that you check train times before travel.
To reach the Station
From Cartsdyke Station: around 10 minutes (400m)
From the entrance to James Watt Dock cross the main A8 at the pedestrian lights turn right and proceed along the main road, passing the Volkswagen garage and turning left into Macdougall Street. The station is at the end of this street. Platform 1 is for all Glasgow trains, Platform 2 for Greenock/Gourock.
By Air
The marina is around 20 minutes from Glasgow Airport and 1 hour from Edinburgh Airport where hire cars are readily available. Follow the road directions for travel by road.
Alternatively there is a link bus from the airport to Paisley Gilmour Street Station from where there is a half hourly train service to Cartsdyke Station.
Transportation Near Glasgow:
- Nearest Airport: Glasgow International Airport (20km)
- Nearest Rail Station: Cartsdyke Train Station (500m)
- ABC Taxis Inverclyde Ltd: +44 (0)1475 888 888
- Nearest Hotel: Premier Inn, Greenock or Holiday Inn Express, Greenock
Disembark Travel Information
Penzance, UK
Travel by Road
From the North via the M5 then via A30 to Penzance. From London and the East via A303 then A30.
Travel by Public Transport
By rail, Penzance can be reached by rail direct from London of from the north via Exeter.
By air, you can fly to Newquay airport from numerous locations throughout the UK and some European locations and then take a taxi ride from the airport to Penzance.
