Apart from special events for children we have ship-related activities during visiting hours, archaeological treasure hunts, etc and volunteer guides tailor their presentations for them. We welcome young volunteers to help in the Centre.
Our tours accommodate the frail: no steps anywhere, displays are at wheelchair height, seating is readily provided.
Our volunteer guides are ready to accommodate visitors of all abilities.
We welcome visits by voluntary bodies e.g. recently U3A, local village groups, local history groups, ethnic women's ethnic groups, etc; catering is normally provided.
We welcome a wide range of visitors free of charge, of all ages, abilities and backgrounds, Fridays & Saturdays throughout nine months of the year and even more at our special celebratory events and group visits.
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Title:
Newport medieval ship's timber dated to within months
Media Name:
BBC News
Media Date:
2023/11/03
Description:
BBC feature on the latest scientific breakthrough in Newport
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Title:
"Her Majesty Princess Royal visited Newport landmarks"
Media Name:
South Wales Argus
Media Date:
2024/02/12
Description:
The recent visit by HRH generated widespread publicity
Image:
Title:
Newport medieval ship's timber dated to within months
Media Name:
BBC News
Media Date:
2023/11/03
Description:
BBC feature on the latest scientific breakthrough in Newport
Image:
To raise consciousness of Newport’s historic importance in national and international maritime trade.
To bring a sense of community ownership, pride and delight to the people of Newport and surrounding areas in this unique survival from the fifteenth century.
To enrich the educational benefits available to young people in and around Newport.
To provide an energetic focus for under-represented, special needs and disadvantaged groups.
To provide opportunities for rewarding volunteer experiences involving visitor interactions, retail sales, communication, hospitality, crafts and skills
"We had a fantastic time hearing all about the ship from our enthusiastic and incredibly knowledgeable guide, Jeff. This is an incredible part of Newport's story receiving worldwide recognition - we'll definitely be back!"
FoNS has helped fund research and conservation. Their volunteers serve as guides at the Ship Centre, offering free tours to visitors. They hold talks and events and publish the guidebook. Their support is vital to the project's future success.
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