Arthur Ransome’s favourite yacht, Nancy Blackett, will be seen nationwide on ITV1 this Sunday at 11:55am.

She will appear in the first episode of the new series of All Around Britain, which explores some of the most glorious and fascinating visitor destinations and landmarks across Britain and Northern Ireland, and brings viewers the very best stories from all of ITV’s regional teams. 

Nancy Blackett’s appearance will be in a slightly abridged version of the feature that was broadcast on ITV News Anglia on 7th June, which celebrates her 90th Anniversary.

Hosted by Victoria Lampard, it was filmed on the River Orwell on 18th May in near-perfect conditions, and features contributions from the Nancy Blackett Trust’s President Peter Willis, Publicity Officer Sue Coales and Skipper Ian McGlynn, as well as Michael Rines, the original restorer of Nancy Blackett.

The complete video about Nancy Blackett can be watched here on ITV News Anglia’s page about the anniversary, which summarises the story and includes quotes from Peter Willis and Sue Coales.

All Around Britain is on ITV1 this Sunday 5th September, from 11:55am to 12:55pm, and is presented by Alex Beresford and Ria Hebden.

Nancy Blackett on the Orwell/ITV News Anglia