Museum Workshop

Welsh Pirates - Barti Ddu

Go back in time and hear tales about the trade, booty and the battles of Wales’ most successful buccaneer - Barti Ddu. Find out fascinating facts about this flamboyant character and his pirate code and put your pirate knowledge to the test.

Why not look at having a FREE virtual visit from National Waterfront Museum | Welsh Pirates: The Truth Behind the Tales.

On-site sessions for the Welsh Pirates workshops will resume in January 2025.
Duration: 1 hour
Dates: Available from January 2024
Cost: Led by Museum staff - £40 for up to 15 pupils, £60 for up to 35. Free for some schools (see booking information).

Curriculum

Humanities

Enquiry, exploration and investigation inspire curiosity about the world, its past, present and future. 

Learning objectives

Through exploring objects, be able to recognise similarities and differences between people's lives in the past and present.

Explore the story of one of Wales’ historical characters and notorious pirates Bartholomew Roberts. 

Discover why Barti Ddu was one of the most successful, and unusual, pirates that ever sailed.

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Booking information

To make a booking and talk to someone about this session phone (029) 2057 3600