Join archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe on a guided heritage walking tour of Newlyn, a historic port town in Cornwall. Discover its fascinating history, from its origins as a fishing settlement to its rise as the largest fishing port in Cornwall. Explore the influence of the Newlyn School of Artists and experience the unique blend of fishing and art that makes Newlyn a special place.
Join archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe on a guided heritage walking tour of Newlyn, a historic port town in Cornwall. Discover its fascinating history, from its origins as a fishing settlement to its rise as the largest fishing port in Cornwall. Explore the influence of the Newlyn School of Artists and experience the unique blend of fishing and art that makes Newlyn a special place.
- Newlyn - Discover this ancient fishing port’s fascinating maritime and artistic heritage as you walk around its historic harbour and streets.
- Newlyn - Discover this ancient fishing port’s fascinating maritime and artistic heritage as you walk around its historic harbour and streets.
- Display of historic photographs and paintings of Newlyn showcasing the port’s transformation.
- Display of historic photographs and paintings of Newlyn showcasing the port’s transformation.
- Refreshments - bring your own drinks and snacks
- Refreshments - bring your own drinks and snacks
This excursion is a guided saunter through the historic town and port of Newlyn, under the leadership of local archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe. Located in the northwestern part of Mount’s Bay and shielded from dominant westerly breezes, Newlyn began as a seasonal fishing hamlet. Following its survival of a Spanish attack in 1595, the town flourished as…
This excursion is a guided saunter through the historic town and port of Newlyn, under the leadership of local archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe. Located in the northwestern part of Mount’s Bay and shielded from dominant westerly breezes, Newlyn began as a seasonal fishing hamlet. Following its survival of a Spanish attack in 1595, the town flourished as a hub for the Cornish pilchard fisheries. With the advent of the railway in the 19th century, it expanded to become the most significant fishing port in Cornwall, its economy still largely hinged on fishing today. Notably, Newlyn is also celebrated for the late 19th – early 20th-century Newlyn School of Artists – ‘plein air’ style painters drawn to the town’s stunning natural backdrop and the visually appealing attributes of its inhabitants and urban scenery. The sustained prominence of Newlyn as a leading fishing port and a haven for local artists and art enthusiasts make it a place of distinct charm.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.