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Leader Live
4 days ago
- Leader Live
Full-scale replica of Galeón Andalucía draws crowds in North Wales
The full-scale replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon - used by the Spanish between the 16th and 18th centuries during maritime expeditions of discovery and inter-oceanic trade between Spain, the Americas, and the Philippines as part of the famed fleets of the Indies - will be in Caernarfon until June 8. The dining room (Image: Dewi Roberts) While it is in the vicinity, visitors can step aboard, explore its decks, and talk to crew members. The ship's six decks are packed with fascinating exhibits and displays (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi Roberts and his partner Karen are among those who have made the journey to visit the ship. Unique exhibits and displays including this treasure chest! (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi, of Menai Bridge, said: "We thought that the ship was awesome, the craftsmanship that had gone into building it, it was unlike anything we'd ever seen before. The bell served as a communication tool (Image: Dewi Roberts) "The staff were very friendly and there were lots of information sheets scattered around the ship. "It's not every day you get to see a ship like this, it was an awesome experience." People can explore its decks and meet the crew (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi shared photos of inside the vessel which boasts seven sails, measures 55 metres in length and has six decks constructed from iroko and pine wood. The Quarter deck hosts the Mizzen mast, the steering wheel (Image: Dewi Roberts) For tickets and further information, click here. The Galeón Andalucía will be docked at Caernarfon until June 8. Location: Landerne Pier Opening hours: 10am until 8pm. Prices: Children five to 10-years-old: £6 Adults / 10 years plus: £12 Family ticket - two adults and up to three children between five and 10-years-old: £30
Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
- Rhyl Journal
Full-scale replica of Galeón Andalucía draws crowds in North Wales
The full-scale replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon - used by the Spanish between the 16th and 18th centuries during maritime expeditions of discovery and inter-oceanic trade between Spain, the Americas, and the Philippines as part of the famed fleets of the Indies - will be in Caernarfon until June 8. The dining room (Image: Dewi Roberts) While it is in the vicinity, visitors can step aboard, explore its decks, and talk to crew members. The ship's six decks are packed with fascinating exhibits and displays (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi Roberts and his partner Karen are among those who have made the journey to visit the ship. Unique exhibits and displays including this treasure chest! (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi, of Menai Bridge, said: "We thought that the ship was awesome, the craftsmanship that had gone into building it, it was unlike anything we'd ever seen before. The bell served as a communication tool (Image: Dewi Roberts) "The staff were very friendly and there were lots of information sheets scattered around the ship. "It's not every day you get to see a ship like this, it was an awesome experience." People can explore its decks and meet the crew (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi shared photos of inside the vessel which boasts seven sails, measures 55 metres in length and has six decks constructed from iroko and pine wood. The Quarter deck hosts the Mizzen mast, the steering wheel (Image: Dewi Roberts) For tickets and further information, click here. The Galeón Andalucía will be docked at Caernarfon until June 8. Location: Landerne Pier Opening hours: 10am until 8pm. Prices: Children five to 10-years-old: £6 Adults / 10 years plus: £12 Family ticket - two adults and up to three children between five and 10-years-old: £30
North Wales Chronicle
4 days ago
- North Wales Chronicle
Full-scale replica of Galeón Andalucía draws crowds in North Wales
The full-scale replica of a 17th-century Spanish galleon - used by the Spanish between the 16th and 18th centuries during maritime expeditions of discovery and inter-oceanic trade between Spain, the Americas, and the Philippines as part of the famed fleets of the Indies - will be in Caernarfon until June 8. The dining room (Image: Dewi Roberts) While it is in the vicinity, visitors can step aboard, explore its decks, and talk to crew members. The ship's six decks are packed with fascinating exhibits and displays (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi Roberts and his partner Karen are among those who have made the journey to visit the ship. Unique exhibits and displays including this treasure chest! (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi, of Menai Bridge, said: "We thought that the ship was awesome, the craftsmanship that had gone into building it, it was unlike anything we'd ever seen before. The bell served as a communication tool (Image: Dewi Roberts) "The staff were very friendly and there were lots of information sheets scattered around the ship. "It's not every day you get to see a ship like this, it was an awesome experience." People can explore its decks and meet the crew (Image: Dewi Roberts) Dewi shared photos of inside the vessel which boasts seven sails, measures 55 metres in length and has six decks constructed from iroko and pine wood. The Quarter deck hosts the Mizzen mast, the steering wheel (Image: Dewi Roberts) For tickets and further information, click here. The Galeón Andalucía will be docked at Caernarfon until June 8. Location: Landerne Pier Opening hours: 10am until 8pm. Prices: Children five to 10-years-old: £6 Adults / 10 years plus: £12 Family ticket - two adults and up to three children between five and 10-years-old: £30
