Shackleton named it Caird Coast, after his principal backer. The Grade II listed Caird & Rayner Warehouse at No. The boat's name commemorates the voyage of the "James Caird" made by Shackleton in 1916. At the RSC Caird also co-directed four productions with Trevor Nunn. Worsley's navigation skills were crucial to the safe arrival of the "James Caird". Shackleton therefore selected the heaviest and strongest of the three boats, the long "James Caird". The stadium was planned for construction on a new site at Caird Park. The story begins with him planning the expedition and finding sponsors, particularly Sir James Caird. The "James Caird" was launched on 24 April 1916. The "James Caird" was returned to England in 1919. Caird has recently embarked on another collaboration with Paul Gordon and Sam Caird. Frances married director John Caird in 1990. A lot of prominent New Woman authors including Mona Caird were involved with the project. Bass was recorded by guest contributors Roy Wood and Alex Caird. There is a velodrome, Caird Park Velodrome.