Sydney Heritage Fleet

Sydney Heritage Fleet is a living, working museum of heritage vessels and artefacts. It also has significant collections of historic images, maps, plans and books as well as maritime research material. Founded in 1965, the Fleet has, among others, five operational heritage vessels more than 100 years old: Barque JAMES CRAIG (1874); Vice-Regal & VIP... steam launch LADY HOPETOUN (1902); steam tug WARATAH (1902); schooner BOOMERANG (1903) and launch PROTEX (1908). The Fleet has its own shipyard in Sydney Harbour where its vessels are restored and maintained. Current restoration projects include coastal steamer JOHN OXLEY (1927) and Sydney Harbour ferry KANANGRA (1912). Harbour cruises, offshore sailing days, vessel inspections and on board functions are available. Full details are on the website: www.shf.org.au The Fleet is internationally recognised and has won awards for its vessels and for the work of its volunteers - around 550 of whom regularly clock up more than 100,000 volunteer hours annually. Contact telephone: +61 2 9298 3888Read More