Tempting plans for the boat-dreaming season, part III
Well, I suppose it’s time for one of mine, finally. Here’s a two-sheet plywood dink I designed to be narrower and longer than the usual short and fat two-sheet flattie, with the intention that it would...
View ArticleCanvas covers etc
[ad#intheboatshed-post] Boat designer Paul Butler’s website includes a really helpful page of practical tips and ideas for boat users who want to add various types of canvas shelter – it will be...
View ArticleBen Wales’ clinker launch restoration
The new stem, and the old stem piece and apron removed Some time when you’re sitting in the warm, spare a thought for dedicated Ben Wales working when he can in the open air during this winter...
View ArticleNews from my inbox: SS Shieldhall appeal, crossing the Atlantic by raft and...
Government grants for historic ships have dried up and the SS Shieldhall urgently needs £80,000 if she is to continue sailing Just a few items from my inbox today. Historic steamship SS Shieldhall...
View ArticleBoat Building Academy students build a good looking Joel White-designed Haven...
This lovely-looking shiny new boat is a Joel White-designed Haven 12 1/2 built in epoxy glass and foam with a traditional fit-out and spars. She was made by three Boat Building Academy students, Gary...
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