Sir Francis Drake
10 Actors who’ve played real life sailors and explorers
Sailing films have been popular this year, with The Mercy and Adrift hitting the cinema screen. We take a look at 10 actors who have played real life sailors, explorers, seamen and pirates
Historic fortress island Drake’s Island in Plymouth goes on sale for £6m
The island, named after Sir Francis Drake, has stood untouched for 30 years and now has planning permission for a hotel complex