Historical Sailmaker on Victory Live: The Big Repair

Schedule

Mon Jul 27 2026 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm

UTC+01:00
Location

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard | Portsmouth, EN

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Step into the world of 19th-century sail making techniques! Drop in anytime between 11am and 2pm to get hands-on with traditional knot-tying, splicing, folding and sewing techniques. Discover the skills that kept ships sailing and stories alive. This family friendly workshop held at Victory Live: The Big Repair is free with your Portsmouth Historic Dockyard ticket. Come curious, leave inspired!
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Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Visitor Centre, Victory Gate,Portsmouth, United Kingdom

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