An exciting Scottish project
This is the web site of the exciting search for King Charles I sunken baggage ship, lost aboard the Blessing of Burntisland. Feel part of this discovery by following the progress of uncovering one of the world's most famous shipwrecks.
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Got a question?
It may have been asked before! Check out our FAQ section, it features Project Manager Ian Archibald who addresses a number of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ).
The search team have announced that they have waived all rights to salvage and as far as the members are concerned, any artefacts recovered will be donated to the nation for conservation and public display.
The dramatic discovery of an historic wooden shipwreck was announced on Friday 29th January 1999. Following a period of planning the team are now on schedule for the next phase as summer approaches. See our News section and FAQ's.
Our team of volunteers are extremely grateful for all the great support that we have received from supporters throughout the world. We hope, through this site, to allow people of all ages the opportunity to be involved in one of the most exciting and important shipwreck discoveries at the start of the new millennium.