Gillian Carmoodie

Heritage Coadjutor

About Me

Gillian has been a part of the heritage world for longer than she would care to admit. From piloting pre-war racers across Montlhéry and traversing the Cumbrian mountains with an Edwardian automobile, to flying a WWI Tiger Moth and obsessing over all things shipping, Gillian lives for history.

Starting out on Classic Car titles for Bauer's extensive portfolio, Gillian has since moved onto a successful freelance career covering all manner of heritage aspects as both writer and photographer. She is currently involved with the RNLI's bicentenary and was a proud part of the new Land Rover Defender's launch campaign.

When not buried in a book or lost to the archives, you'll usually find her under the bonnet of her classic Rover or exploring the old shipyards of the North East. Gillian mostly runs on high-octane Earl Grey.

Recent News Articles

A shared humanity: SOS for SS United States

Eviction for the SS United States is fast approaching and no-one has come up with a better solution than simply sinking the national icon. For shame, America. SOS.

PS Comet: World's first cruise ship protected by Scheduled Monument status

Europe’s first commercial steamship – considered the genesis point of modern cruising – has gained heritage status from Historic Environment Scotland
Recent Advice Articles

A complete guide to Cunard's dress code

Cunard operates with preferences regarding onboard attire. Requesting that you don't wear shorts after 6pm or casual wear to a gala evening may sound strict and scary, but it's really simple once you've read between the lines. Here's our guide to everything you need to know

What is a repositioning cruise?

Repositioning voyages, when cruise lines move their ships between continents, can be a great way to save money on a sailing says Gillian Carmoodie