Participating in maritime festivals is an important part of how we fulfil our charitable aims of educating of the public and preserving the maritime heritage. It is also fantastic fun...
St Ives
St Ives has always been a special place for Barnabas: she was built at Porthgwidden beach and in recent years has returned to participate in celebrations of the maritime heritage of the town...
Maintenance
As a wooden boat much more than a century old, Barnabas requires a great deal of maintenance. Members of the Trust, volunteers and professional marine services do a great deal to keep her afloat...
Restoration of Barnabas
Barnabas was extensively restored in Penzance in 2005, thanks to great efforts to raise funds from the Heritage Lottery Fund. She was re-launched in July 2006. A book detailing her history and restoration by Sue McNab is available from the...
Barnabas Around Britain
In 2015 Barnabas sailed around Britain, following the route traditionally taken by Cornish fishermen of the Victorian period as they followed the herring fishery through the summer months. The voyage took 11 weeks, with crew changes taking place each weekend...
Barnabas At Sea
Barnabas has had a lot of adventures going to sea…...
