Overview

• After arriving on July 8, the Galeón Andalucía opened for public visits on July 9 and will remain docked until July 13.
• Hundreds of people gathered for its first day at the harbour, with Whitehaven Town Crier Marc Goodwin delivering a ceremonial welcome.
• Built by the Nao Victoria Foundation in Punta Umbría between 2009 and 2010, the 55-metre replica features six decks of iroko and pine and nearly 1,000 m² of sails.
• Deputy lieutenant Gerard Richardson coordinated the visit in partnership with Sellafield, Amentum, Whitehaven Town Council, Harbour Commissioners and Marina Projects Whitehaven.
• After Whitehaven, the ship will continue its European tour in France, Germany and the Netherlands before crossing the Atlantic for an American leg.