Outreach
We use our ship as a catalyst for developing skills and improving people’s lives.
Community & Outreach
Community is at the heart of HMS Unicorn and we provide a programme of events to encourage learning and access for all.
From specially arranged tours to partnering with other charities on outreach projects, our team is dedicated to ensuring the ship is an inclusive environment at the centre of the community. We offer a safe and welcoming space for people to visit, learn and volunteer.
Our regular activities include:
- Self-guided visits
- Organised tours
- Community talks
- On board events
- Partnership projects
- Volunteering and mentoring
You can find out more about volunteering here:
Young People & Youth Groups
The Unicorn Preservation Society is a signatory of the Young Person's Guarantee and committed to the Make Your Mark scheme.
Our team works with a variety of partners such as schools, colleges & universities, charities and other third sector organisations. We work with them to offer training, employment, educational placements and learning opportunities particularly for young people facing barriers to employment.
Our regular activities include:
- Internships and placements
- Work experience programmes
- Outreach events
- Employability scheme placements
- Regular or fixed-term volunteering opportunities
Schools
A school visit to HMS Unicorn offers a unique and engaging experience for pupils and learners of all ages.
With our schools programme designed to support the Curriculum for Excellence, your class will get the opportunity to explore their heritage by immersing themselves in 200 years of history and discovering life on board Scotland’s oldest ship.
Our range of interactive tours and hands-on workshops help pupils to become:
- Succesful learners
- Confident individuals
- Responsible citizens
- Effective contributors
You can find out more about schools here:
Get in touch
If you would like to find out more about our learning or outreach programmes or to make a booking, get in touch with our Volunteering, Engagement & Learning Officer.
You can contact Caitlin MacLeod by phone 01382 200900 or email caitlin@hmsunicorn.org.uk.
For further information about visiting HMS Unicorn, please take a look at our visitor information.