Step aboard the luxurious vessel Moyana for an extraordinary journey through Cornwall's hidden waterways, where ancient stories emerge from the landscape guided by two remarkable local experts.

Distinguished archaeologist Jeanette Ratcliffe - author of Fal Estuary Historic Audit - joins forces with celebrated ‘Cornish Bird’ storyteller Elizabeth Dale to unveil the rich tapestry of history concealed within these sheltered waters. Together, they breathe life into the centuries of human drama and local archaeology preserved along the upper reaches.

This exclusive expedition navigates the lesser-explored secluded creeks where fascinating archaeological treasures lie hidden in plain sight. The evocative place names themselves - Roundwood Quay, King Harry's Reach, Malpas - hint at the extraordinary heritage awaiting discovery: an Iron Age fort nestled behind a copper ore quay from a later era; Henry VI chapel overlooking a medieval ferry crossing; a "bad-ford" featuring in the Cornish legend of Tristan and Iseult.

Your voyage of discovery unfolds aboard the luxury vessel Moyana. Relax in the comfortable indoor seating area or the panoramic top deck for breathtaking views, or sample Cornish tipples from our fully stocked bar - the perfect accompaniment to this immersive heritage experience.

Join us for a cruise that transcends ordinary sightseeing, where expert knowledge transforms beautiful waterways into living chapters of Cornish history. See beyond the surface and connect with the soul of this ancient landscape through the eyes of those who know its secrets best.

Tickets: £29 pp adult I £22 child

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Jeanette Ratcliffe is a local archaeologist with 40 years’ experience of carrying out heritage projects in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, including an historic audit of the Fal Estuary, which recorded 1200 sites and structures around its 70-mile shore.  After working for the Institute of Cornish Studies and Cornwall Archaeological Unit, she has practised as a freelance historic environment consultant, alongside establishing her Heritage Adventures tour business. Jeanette adds her love of things marine and maritime to her extensive archaeological and local knowledge to create Heritage Adventures for you, by land and sea, that are truly unique.

Elizabeth Dale is a Cornish writer who has been researching and writing about local history for her blog and podcast, The Cornish Bird, since 2016. Born on a farm near Falmouth, she was the fourth generation of her family to grow up in the same house, and her roots in the area, and in Cornwall as a whole, run deep. She writes regularly for local and national publications and websites, has a weekly slot on Radio Cornwall and her passion for local history has also led to work on several TV shows about the region.