Treasures on Wellington
The Wellington houses a wide range of beautiful and historic artefacts and treasures onboard. We hold a large collection of ship models which include a large model of HMS Victory, an exquisitely detailed model of the Cutty Sark and a model of a whaler made from whale bone.
Medals won by a number of our members are also displayed. These include two George Cross’ won by Captains GP Stronach and DM Mason and one Victoria Cross won by Captain RB Stanard RN.
The library, in addition to holding a range of unique maritime publications, also houses a collection of maritime instruments. This collection includes a range of antique sextants and octants, telescopes, barometers and chronometers. Of particular importance is a rare Listor & Martins Berlin circular sextant made in Germany in the mid 19th Century and a French Chronometer built by Berthoud and dating from the 1850s.
Upon its creation, the Honourable Company were presented with a range of silver and gold plate from founding members and other, very generous, livery companies.
Our membership should be reassured to know that the Honourable Company employ ship keepers to ensure the security of the treasures outside of office hours in addition to an extensive security system.
