Mayflower 400

2020 marks the 400^th anniversary of the Mayflower sailing from England to America. A year round programme of events and activities will mark the anniversary year across four nations of United Kingdom, United States of America, the Netherlands and the Native American people.

Get to know more about the history of the Pilgrims, the ship, the reasons why they wanted to start a new life and the impact their arrival in America had. Expert tour guides across the country will provide exclusive insight into the story on these guided tours.

• Follow in the wake of the Mayflower on board the ‘Snark’ – the Thames Barge will recreate the UK part of the voyage and you are welcome on board!
• Discover the historic centre of Plymouth with a Mayflower walking tour, and see the ceremonial Mayflower steps
• Take a tour of the home towns and villages of the Pilgrims to learn of their early life