The story of the real Donald Crowhurst

Teignmouth & Shaldon Museum, Teign Heritage Centre, 29 French Street, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8ST

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A display of photos, news articles and oral memories about the tragic story of Donald Crowhurst, whose round the world voyage started in Teignmouth in October 1968. Also photos of the recent filming in Teignmouth of the Crowhurst story "The Mercy", starring Colin Firth.

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Museum entry adults £2.50, accompanied children under 18 free.

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