4 June- From Grape Lane to the Edge of the World - Talk by volunteer Richard Appleton
Event Date: 04/06/2026
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Richard Appleton (volunteer) – From Grape Lane to the Edge of the World – Captain Cook's Three Voyages of Discovery
James Cook (1728-1779): From humble farm labourer's son to the 'first navigator in Europe'. A journey beginning in the attic of this very house. Three voyages that mapped the Pacific, cured scurvy, and forever altered the lives of Indigenous peoples.
Location: Captain Cook Memorial Museum (Endeavour Room)
Time: 14.00pm–15.00 (please arrive 10 minutes early)
Capacity: 22 places
Fee: FREE — Book in advance or at reception
Access: The room is accessed via steps. A temporary ramp can be provided; please contact us in advance on 01947 601900 or email learning@cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk