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Why is Pelican Different?
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Originally
French built in 1946 to work in the Arctic, PELICAN has been
meticulously reconstructed from keel to masthead, over 12 years, whilst
under continuous survey with the MCA (Maritime and Coastguard Agency).
Her
superb hull was derived from the clippers of the late
19th century
with the classic length to breadth ratio of 5:1, a flared bow, fine
entry and run.
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PELICAN’s
exclusive rig, designed by Philip Goode, is based on the Barbary Coast
pirate ships of two centuries earlier.
Their
outstanding speed, agility and performance to windward has now been
achieved in PELICAN.
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Accommodation
Consistent with
her many roles, the accommodation is adaptable and above all
comfortable.
6 En-Suite
Cabins, excluding the Master’s, are convertible from Double
to
Twin (or 4-berth for trainees). Permanent Crew are in single, double or
3-berth cabins with basins. Other
Trainees are in 2 and 4-berth cabins with basins.
The maximum
capacity of PELICAN is 8 Permanent Crew and 32 Voyage Crew.
A
state of the art sewage treatment system with vacuum WCs enables the
PELICAN to visit the most ecologically sensitive areas of the world.
Deck Plans
For a larger view of our Deck
Plans click
here
Comfort
An
air treatment system ensures that temperatures within the ship are
maintained at a comfortable level whilst providing 6 changes of air
every hour.
Dining
A
spacious and well-equipped galley ensures that the menu is always
varied and interesting. Catering
for dietary needs is not a problem.
To augment meals in the holiday season,
selected wine is available from the ships’ own cellar.
Just
a reminder, alcohol is not permitted underway at sea and smoking is
forbidden except on the lee side of the well deck.
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Safety
PELICAN
has 8 watertight sections below the main deck which ensures that, even
if one compartment is holed, the ships survival is not compromised.
She
has an exceptional range of stability and, due to her deep draught, a
comfortable motion which is important when working aloft.
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Rig & Sails
PELICAN
is rigged as a ‘Mainmast Barquentine’ setting 11
sails on three ‘pole’ masts.
Shrouds and stays are
traditionally served and all terminated with new bottle screws. Her decks are in timber
with bronze bollards and fairleads.
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