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Queen's House
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Cutty Sark Rig Climb
Experience life at sea and climb the rigging of one of London's true icons
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Community Day at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
Join us on our community day at The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
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RNLI weekend at Cutty Sark
Join us on board Cutty Sark for talks and demonstrations celebrating 200 years of the RNLI and their lifesaving work
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Pollution in the River Thames: a history
Lifeline, water source, sewer – follow the murky history of London's relationship with the River Thames
Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024 shortlist
See a selection of the incredible space images shortlisted in Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024
The nautical origins of everyday phrases
Ever heard that traffic was chock-a-block, been called a son of a gun, or told someone you like the cut of their jib? Learn the maritime origins of phrases you hear every day
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The Prince Philip Maritime Collections Centre
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Night sky highlights - September 2022
Discover what to see in the night sky in September 2022, including the gas giant Jupiter and some nebulae.
Royal Observatory closures
We are carrying out essential refurbishment works at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. Find out which areas will be affected
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Charles Todd and Australia's Overland Telegraph Line
In this blog we explore the remarkable life of Charles Todd, a Greenwich astronomer who championed Australia's Overland Telegraph Line
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Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots
The tides of peace turned for Queen Elizabeth I when Mary, Queen of Scots arrived in England. Read more about the two legendary queens.
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Young Elizabeth and the Seymour scandal
After Henry VIII's death in 1547, Elizabeth went to live with her stepmother, Katherine Parr, leading to a near-disaster.
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Royal Observatory audio guide
Follow the tour on your phone! Simply download the free Smartify app to begin
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How to Build a Propeller Boat
Why don’t you try to create your own propeller driven boat. You could even have a propeller driven boat race across your bath tub.
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Storytime: A Journey to Antarctica
Join in with a story that takes you on an adventure around Antarctica
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How to make Antarctic Animals
From penguins to orcas, learn how to create your own Antarctic animals!
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