National Historic Ships UK (NHS-UK) has appointed four very different historic vessels from around the country to act as its Flagships of the Year for 2025 and ‘fly the flag’ for UK maritime heritage.
Barnabas (1881 Fishing Vessel – Newlyn, Cornwall)
www.nationalhistoricships.org.uk/register/108/barnabas
Awarded in recognition of her plans for an exciting sailing season incorporating the Semaine Du Golfe de Morbihan, Falmouth Classics, Looe Luggers and a visit to the Isles of Scilly, as well as opportunities to promote lug rig in conjunction with other historic craft.



