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Queen Anne Returns to Cunard's Historic Home
18 Jun
Summary
- The Queen Anne visited Liverpool, Cunard's spiritual home.
- Over 3,000 passengers enjoyed the city during the visit.
- Liverpool served as Cunard's headquarters for 128 years.
Cunard's newest vessel, the Queen Anne, recently made a significant call at Liverpool, a city deeply intertwined with the company's history. The 113,000-tonne ship, christened in June 2024, briefly docked, allowing around 3,000 passengers to experience the city as part of a British Isles cruise itinerary. This visit harks back to Cunard's origins, as the company maintained its headquarters in Liverpool for an impressive 128 years, from 1840 until 1967.
The ship's connection to Liverpool was further emphasized during its naming ceremony. Five prominent women, including Spice Girl Melanie Chisholm and athlete Katarina Johnson-Thompson, represented the city as godparents. The Queen Anne embarked on its maiden voyage from Southampton on May 3, 2024, marking a new chapter for the historic cruise line and its enduring ties to its foundational port.
