An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners
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Author Carolyn Morgan will give a talk at Mumbles Yacht Club about her historical novel, "Copperopolis", which focuses on the Swansea Cape Horners. The discussion will cover the challenges faced by sailors in the late 1800s as they navigated around Cape Horn. Attendance is free.
A talk with Author Carolyn Morgan about the Swansea Cape Horners and her historical novel, Copperopolis.
In the late 1800s Swansea was the copper-smelting capital of the world.But the best copper ore was in Chile, so Swansea copper barques had to sail around Cape Horn.With storms, massive waves and icebergs, this was a serious test of seamanship, and Cape Horners were revered for their skills.Carolyn Morgan's great great grandfather was a skipper on the copper trade, and inspired her historical novel, Copperopolis.She will share her research on the challenges faced on this eight-month journey, with only charts, a sextant and chronometer.
More about the novel, Copperopolis, here:https://carolyn-morgan.com/books/copperopolis/ (https://carolyn-morgan.com/books/copperopolis/)
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An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 19:00.
An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is held at Mumbles Yacht Club in Swansea (746 Mumbles Road, Mumbles, SA3 4EL).
Entry to An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is free.
The forecast for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is Clear · 10°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mumbles Yacht Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Author Carolyn Morgan will give a talk at Mumbles Yacht Club about her historical novel, "Copperopolis", which focuses on the Swansea Cape Horners. The discussion will cover the challenges faced by sailors in the late 1800s as they navigated around Cape Horn. Attendance is free.
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A talk with Author Carolyn Morgan about the Swansea Cape Horners and her historical novel, Copperopolis.
In the late 1800s Swansea was the copper-smelting capital of the world.But the best copper ore was in Chile, so Swansea copper barques had to sail around Cape Horn.With storms, massive waves and icebergs, this was a serious test of seamanship, and Cape Horners were revered for their skills.Carolyn Morgan's great great grandfather was a skipper on the copper trade, and inspired her historical novel, Copperopolis.She will share her research on the challenges faced on this eight-month journey, with only charts, a sextant and chronometer.
More about the novel, Copperopolis, here:https://carolyn-morgan.com/books/copperopolis/ (https://carolyn-morgan.com/books/copperopolis/)
Description supplied by the event organiser.
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Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners?
An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners takes place on Friday, 6 November 2026 at 19:00.
Where is An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners taking place?
An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is held at Mumbles Yacht Club in Swansea (746 Mumbles Road, Mumbles, SA3 4EL).
How much are tickets for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners?
Entry to An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is free.
What will the weather be like at An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners?
The forecast for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners is Clear · 10°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Mumbles Yacht Club can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners?
Tickets for An evening with Caorlyn Morgan: Copperopolis and the Swansea Cape Horners can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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