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Historical Ships and Polly Woodside

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  1. 1Historical Ships and Polly Woodside

    As we navigate toward the South Wharf precinct, we are met by the striking silhouette of the Polly Woodside, a three-masted iron-hulled barque launched in Belfast in 1885. This vessel is more than just a museum piece; it is a…

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  2. 2The Global Voyages of the Polly Woodside

    The Polly Woodside’s history is a microcosm of the maritime industry’s global reach. Built for the coal trade between England and South America, she spent much of her early life rounding the treacherous Cape Horn, a feat that…

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  3. 3A Beacon of Maritime Heritage and Education

    Today, the Polly Woodside serves as a vital educational resource and a symbol of Melbourne’s commitment to preserving its maritime heritage. Operated by the National Trust of Australia, the ship offers a range of programs that…

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  4. 4Closing

    As we move away from the Polly Woodside and the historical ships, take a final look at her masts against the skyline. She is a rare survivor, one of only a few such vessels left in the world. …

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What is Historical Ships and Polly Woodside?

Historical Ships and Polly Woodside is a place with 4 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections4
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates-37.8248, 144.9540
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within a 5-minute walk
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