16 October 2010

Cornish Maritime History Conference 2010 - Cornish Ports and People

At the National Maritime Museum Cornwall.

Organised by SWMHS members Helen Doe and Tony Pawlyn.

The nineteenth century was a time of great activity in Cornish shipping and
so this year's programme has a strong nineteenth century bias. Speakers
include:

Neil Hawke - William Strike of Porthleven
Dr Catherine Lorigan - The Maritime Trading links of the North Cornish
Coast
Anne Pond - Falmouth and Plymouth docks in 19th Century
Mike Grose - The Port of Truro
Mike Prettejohn - Elizabeth Ann: The Gorran Haven Crabber Project
Dr David Jenkins - The St Just Shipping Company
Dr Alston Kennerley - Falmouth for orders
Joanna Thomas - Cornish Women at Sea

Early booking is recommended as this event continues to prove very popular.
COST: Adults £27, Students £23, Museum Ticket holders £23 (includes all
refreshments, lunch and admission to the Museum and Library)

All enquiries to : Tony Pawlyn or Helen Doe