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Polly Woodside

Polly Woodside is a restored 1885 cargo ship at South Wharf, opened on selected days for hands-on maritime history across decks, cabins and rigging.

Polly Woodside

Why go

The ship turns an abstract port story into a physical visit. Its iron hull, tall masts and compact working spaces reveal the demands of long-distance cargo voyages, while the South Wharf setting shows how the riverfront changed around it. Open days are limited, so the exterior remains the fallback when boarding is unavailable.

What to look for

  • Go below deck to understand how crew lived and worked at sea.
  • Step back along South Wharf to see the full hull and rigging.

Useful to know

  • Check the National Trust calendar before making a special trip.
  • Allow extra time for steep steps and narrow shipboard spaces.

Your next visit

Estimated · Declared scenario and planning estimates; no live opening, weather, queue or booking service.

Outdoor visit · 30–45 min

World planning estimate; admission, opening, visit duration and access need checking.

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