Andy and Tina Killion.
Andy and his wife Tina visited The National Maritime Museum in Greenwich and the Lloyd’s of London on their 2023 trip to the UK.
The National Maritime Museum
Its rich maritime history includes the Royal Observatory, the Queen’s House, and the Cutty Sark. Housed in a grand building designed by architect Philip Hepworth, the museum’s vast collection spans centuries of maritime history, covering naval warfare, exploration, trade, and scientific advancements.
The Cutty Sark is an iconic tea clipper and a maritime marvel. Built in 1869, the ship represents the pinnacle of 19th-century sailing technology and design. Named after the Scottish term for a short shirt, the “cutty sark,” the ship was initially designed for the China tea trade. It is made of wood and iron and has a legendary reputation for its speed and agility. We enjoyed exploring the decks and impressive hull and discovering insights into the golden age of sail and the global maritime trade that defined an era.
The Cutty Stark in the Maritime Museum
Cutty Sark at Greenwich, UK
Main Deck
Andy at the Helm
Main Mast
Copper Bottom
Bow Stem
Cargo Deck
Departing Greenwich for London
Lloyd’s of London
Lloyd’s of London is a famous insurance market that began in London in the late 1600s. Since its start in 1686, Lloyd’s has become a global center for insurance. It’s a collection of individual underwriters called “syndicates” who specialize in different types of insurance. Lloyd’s is well-known for covering unique and high-risk activities, from maritime adventures to special events, and its distinctive underwriting room reflects its tradition of in-person transactions and risk evaluation.
Andy and his host in front of the Lutine Bell
Old Library with Signal Panels
Lloyd’s of London Exterior
Main Underwriting Floor