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International Wooden Boat Show, National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London SE10. Admission pounds 3.50, concessions pounds 2, accompanied children free. Battle of Trafalgar and concert Sunday 31 May 2-4pm. Visitor information 0181-858 4422 or 0181-312 6565
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