A collection of gifts from the National Maritime Museum Cornwall Online Shop.

Father's Day Maritime Gift Guide 2024

Find the perfect gift this Father’s Day from our maritime range, featuring everything from stylish coastal clothing to keepsakes and books inspired by sailing and the sea.

What's more, we’re giving away seeds from The Lost Garden of Heligan for free with all UK orders placed from May 17 to June 10*.

Pirate T-shirt

Black t-shirt with pirate exhibition artwork of a sailing ship sailing away from a full moon reflecting a skull in the sea, close up

An NMMC exclusive, this t-shirt showcases the stunning artwork from our Pirates exhibition. A great memento for fans of the exhibition and anyone who loves its skull, moon and ship design.

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Port & Starboard Socks

Port & Starboard coloured socks in hanger packaging. One red sock, one green sock.

Eye-catching socks are an easy win when it comes to presents. This nautical pair features a red sock for port and a green for starboard, making it easy to keep them together and remember which side of the ship is which, even after a long day of sailing.

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Captain Bottle Opener

A solid brass bottle opener with 'Captain' written on it. Photographed on a white background.

Raise a glass to the captain with this solid brass bottle opener. A great gift for any sailor or maritime lover.

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The Book of Sea Shanties

The Book of Sea Shanties: Wellerman and Other Songs from the Seven Seas by Nathan Evans. Navy blue backdrop with pirate ship sailing into gold and white seas with sea monster lurking in the waves.

Nathan Evans, the Glaswegian postie-turned-singer of sea shanties, takes you through time and seafaring history to discover the true meaning of Wellerman and who the Drunken Sailor was. Featuring over 35 essential shanties, Nathan shares the meaning behind each of his favourites and shows how they have shaped and inspired him. Beautifully illustrated throughout, it also includes original shanties and bonus content.

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Crew Neck Smock

Navy blue cotton smock with front pockets and a crew neck

This stylish smock is made in the traditional Cornish style. While worn by fishermen to keep woollen jumpers underneath clean when out at sea, this contemporary version is perfect for landlubbers and aspiring sailors. Available in red and navy.

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J Class Model Yacht

Full side view of the Model J Class Yacht with white sails and a blue and white hull.

This elegant 52cm model J Class Yacht boasts a sleek design crafted from quality materials. The white sails compliment the blue and white hull making it perfect for a nautical themed home or gift for any boat enthusiast.

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Red Spot Scarf

Red square spotted scarf

These traditional red spot scarves are worn in Padstow during the famous May 1 ‘Obby ‘Oss celebrations. Multi-functional, they can be used as bandannas, neck scarves, and handkerchiefs.

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Museum Gift Vouchers

The Museum's £10 gift voucher showing a photograph of the building

Spoilt for choice? Let them decide with a National Maritime Museum Cornwall gift voucher. We have £10 and £5 vouchers, and each can be exchanged for Gift Shop purchases at the Museum (they can't be redeemed online), entrance tickets, and the delights of our scenic Waterside Cafe. 

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*Please note that one pack of seeds will be distributed with each UK order while stocks last. 

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