We're celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Golden Hinde's launch with a fundraising campaign to raise funds to maintain the ship and continue educating schools and visitors. We're inviting you to help mark this special occasion by fundraising for us. 

The original Golden Hinde is famous for its circumnavigation of the globe at a time when this was a miraculous feat of sailing skill and expertise. 

The Golden Hinde replica, open to visitors today, has completed one circumnavigation, several Atlantic crossings and has sailed over 100,00 miles. She has also seen over 4 million visitors since her launch 50 years ago.

We invite you now to undertake your own Circumnavigation Challenge, of the world, your city or town, the local park or your very own garden. 

Help us fundraise in a unique, fun way. 

You can make a donation via this page if you prefer to not take part in the Circumnavigation Challenge.

The Golden Hinde is an independent museum. We are not a registered charity but reinvest all profits back into our organisation.

Why The Golden Hinde needs your support

The amazing history of the original Golden Hinde, and of the replica ship helps us to truly understand our Elizabethan history. Today, The Golden Hinde is an incredible educational resource and offers a historical experience to our visitors. 

Every year, it costs £150,000 to maintain the ship in the way it would have existed in the 16th century, using master craftspeople and boatbuilders from around the globe. 

Your support helps to ensure that this historic ship will continue to educate and entertain visitors from London, the UK and across the world for the next 50 years.

Plan your voyage

Things you need to consider before you start:

• Will you be taking part in the challenge as a part of a crew or by yourself?
• Choose your route, will you be circumnavigating your school, local park, village, town or the world?
• Will you be walking, running, cycling, swimming, rowing, skateboarding?
• How many hours/days will it take? 
• Will you complete the challenge by clocking up the miles or doing the actual route? If you're going to complete the actual circumnavigation, please plan carefully and consider the safety of your route. 
• What will be your fundraising target?

Download the Fundraising Pack for information, tips, and sponsorship form.

Circumnagivation ideas

Circumnavigate the world - around 24,901 miles

With a crew of 14 walking 5 miles a day (around 10,000 steps), the circumnavigation can be completed in 355 days.

Circumnavigate London - almost 150 miles

The London LOOP (The London Outer Orbital Path) has 24 sections and passes through historic sites and beautiful open spaces.

Circumnavigate Manchester - 63 miles

The Manchester Green Trail is made up of 14 routes which circumnavigate the City of Manchester taking walkers through open spaces and parks. 

Circumnavigate your city, town, village, local park, or your school grounds.

You can use a route planner and tracking app to help plan and track your circumnavigation.

Prepare to set sail

• If you're doing the challenge as a part of a crew click on 'Create a team' otherwise select 'Fundraise for us' to set up your Circumnavigation Challenge page. 
• Share your fundraising page with friends, family and colleagues, and encourage others to start their own challenge.
• Log your journey to track your progress and share updates on your page so everyone knows how you're getting on.
• We'd love to hear about your circumnavigation challenge, please tell us how you're doing on social media by tagging us, remember to use the hashtag #TGH50 when you post any photos and videos. Our social media handles: Twitter @GoldenHinde_ Instagram @goldenhinde_ Facebook @GoldenHindeSE1
• If you have any questions, please get in touch [email protected]

Bon Voyage!