Queen Galadriel

Baltic Trader from 1937

The flagship of the Trust, Queen Galadriel accommodates groups of up to 16 persons.

Life on board

  • Not just sailing

    Participants on our voyages get involved in not just the sailing but all aspects of running the vessel. This includes the domestic chores to making sure the boat’s huge Caterpillar engine is checked everyday.

  • Young people completing the log book in the chart house.

    Teamwork

    Teamwork is vital on-board to ensure that the boat operates well. From hoisting sails to the navigation out at sea, the young people operate in teams throughout their voyage.

  • Galley

    There is a large open plan galley (kitchen) and saloon area with a table capable of seating all on board easily.

    The well equipped galley includes an industrial sized cooker, two domestic fridges, a freezer and a double sink.

Contact us to discuss a voyage on Queen Galadriel

Video Tour of Queen Galadriel

Click on the button below to view a video tour of Queen Galadriel’s living quarters below deck:

What the young people and leaders say about their voyage

  • "The Cirdan crew were excellent and made everyone feel included, wanted, part of a team and the overall feeling of our crew after the voyage was a feeling of worth."

    Group leader for learning difficulties and autism

  • "I think our class became closer and we learnt how to work together. I also saw a different side to everyone, even the teachers,. I learnt so many things and it was like attending a 5-day lesson and learning things in a fun way. I hope all children experience this."

    High school student

  • "We have all grown in our confidence being more social and our confidence in our ourselves. We have also learnt more independence skills. We have been talking about this voyage nonstop to others and looking at volunteering on boats and expanding our skill sets."

    Home education group leader

  • "For some I believe this trip helped them find out who they really are. For others it brought them out of their shells and for some it simply provided an exhilarating and wonderful challenge never to be forgotten."

    High school group leader

  • "Parents often remark positively about how their children and young people have changed when they get back from sailing. This is an inspirational and educational voyage for all who attend."

    Group leader for young carer group

  • "It is very important for modern children to have the opportunity to be able to learn practical skills in life, rather than merely absorb academic knowledge at school. This is because being able to do or make something with our own hands is very empowering and makes us independent and self-sufficient."

    High school group leader