For 325 years, Gloucester’s exact whereabouts was a mystery – until 2007, when it was discovered by Norfolk divers, brothers Julian and Lincoln Barnwell and their friend, retired ex-Royal Navy submariner and diver James Little. Their search had taken 4 years, and only after another 5 years was it certain that they had found the Gloucester.

To preserve the site from looting, the finding of the legendary missing wreck was kept secret for a further 6 years before being revealed to the public in 2022 - and was covered by national and international media

The discovery of the Gloucester, and the wealth of artifacts recovered, were the subject of a major exhibition in Norwich Castle Museum in 2023, which attracted over 70,000 visitors.

Perhaps you were one of them.

Come along to Bergh Apton Church to hear the story first-hand from Julian.

Tickets £12. Please book advance - 01508 558440 or via the Eventbrite link on the Bergh Apton Festival 2024 website

If you've spotted this close to the date, please check ticket availability by calling the number above.

https://berghapton.org.uk/bergh-apton-festival-2024