Bull was a packet ship captain, part of an international mail service centred on FalmouthCornwall was once a post office for the world. From 1688 to the 1850s, fast ships known as packets ...

It may be one of the last ever carried on a packet ship. The 'Crane' was a star class naval brig, completed by the admiralty as a packet in 1839. Built at Woolwich, her first commander was Lt.

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company’s flagship ferry departed Heysham shortly before 3am but has been unable to dock upon arrival due to tidal constraints. A spokesperson said: ‘Due to insufficient ...