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Cutty Sark

Cutty Sark Built in Scotland in 1869, Cutty Sark was originally designed to carry tea from China to England as fast as possible.

This record-breaking ship travelled the globe and visited every major world port throughout its varied history. Discover what life was like on board Cutty Sark, now an award-winning visitor attraction. Cutty Sark is part of Royal Museums Greenwich.

Operating as usual

08/04/2020

Royal Museums Greenwich sites are closed. For further information please see www.rmg.co.uk/coronavirus

Whilst we are closed, our work continues online. Keep following us on Facebook to discover the latest updates, as well as stories from our experts and highlights from our collection: www.rmg.co.uk/discover

We look forward to welcoming you back when we can, but until then stay safe and take care. We thank you for your continued support.

Cutty Sark teas-off for its 150th
27/03/2019
Cutty Sark teas-off for its 150th

Cutty Sark teas-off for its 150th

Cutty Sark: two words that instantly convey adventure, stealth, the open sea and the might of British engineering. One of London’s most treasured landmarks, the Cutty Sark is turning a grand 150 years young, and to celebrate, the Greenwich museum has laid on some very

Timeline photos
18/03/2019

Timeline photos

Make your mum smile this Mother’s Day. Treat her to afternoon tea in the unique setting under the hull of iconic sailing ship Cutty Sark. http://www.rmg.co.uk/gift-experiences

04/02/2019

Newly published in paperback, this brilliant guide to the history of Cutty Sark has been updated and expanded to celebrate the 150th anniversary of this iconic ship.

Find out more: http://bit.ly/CuttySark-Book

Timeline photos
22/11/2018

Timeline photos

Happy Birthday Cutty Sark 🎉 The world's fastest clipper ship was launched on 22 November 1869, making her 149 years old!

What's your favourite Cutty Sark memory?

Cutty Sark and the Virgin Money London Marathon 2018
02/03/2018
Cutty Sark and the Virgin Money London Marathon 2018

Cutty Sark and the Virgin Money London Marathon 2018

Cutty Sark is the world’s sole-surviving tea clipper and the fastest and greatest of her time. Since the start of the London Marathon in 1981, she has been one of the first major landmarks encountered by runners on the route.

Photos from Royal Museums Greenwich's post
06/02/2018

Photos from Royal Museums Greenwich's post

Make the most of your holiday with a visit to our world-famous tea clipper. Enjoy special events, meet our crew and expl...
21/12/2017

Make the most of your holiday with a visit to our world-famous tea clipper. Enjoy special events, meet our crew and explore the ship!

Schools out! But don't worry - we've got you covered with events and activities for all the family.

See what's on in Greenwich this holiday: http://www.rmg.co.uk/christmas-and-new-year

29/09/2017

Our Ship Keepers have been very busy recently sanding down and preparing to oil the rails.

Around seven to eight coats are applied depending on the needs of the wood, culminating in a beautifully finished, irresistible to touch pin rail.

Read the Ship Keepers' article: http://bit.ly/CuttySarkSept17

Discover what life was like on board Cutty Sark, the world’s only surviving tea clipper, and fastest ship of her time - ...
02/08/2017

Discover what life was like on board Cutty Sark, the world’s only surviving tea clipper, and fastest ship of her time - now an award-winning visitor attraction in Greenwich.

For regular updates follow Royal Museums Greenwich.

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Cutty Sark, King William Walk, Greenwich
London
SE109HT

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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020 8312 6608

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Visit Cutty Sark, the celebrated historic sailing ship and fastest of its time. Now an award-winning visitor attraction in Greenwich, London. Take the helm at the ship’s wheel, walk under its gleaming copper hull, and meet colourful characters from its past.

For regular updates follow our main page at: www.facebook.com/royalmuseumsgreenwich/

Cutty Sark is part of Royal Museums Greenwich.


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Make the most of your holiday with a visit to our world-famous tea clipper. Enjoy special events, meet our crew and explore the ship!
Discover what life was like on board Cutty Sark, the world’s only surviving tea clipper, and fastest ship of her time - now an award-winning visitor attraction in Greenwich.

For regular updates follow Royal Museums Greenwich.
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