“Far” more than we expected
In the beginning we thought there would just be a few replacement frames, replanking and new decks but when you start a job you find all sorts of rot. As we were committed to rebuilding a boat that would last another 80 years, if we had any doubts about the longevity of a piece of timber – it was replaced, hence most of the frames are new, and that was just the begining.
Apart from building the boat shed and lean to, we have renewed most of the structural frames, keelson, stem, counter and deck beams. We have used locally sourced green oak from the company Elwy Wood. All the larch for the hull planking is from the same source and that is now complete.
From the timber off cuts we have laid out the interior bulkheads and floors.
New deck beams and decks have been fitted along with cabin and cockpit
Recently we have been able to employ an apprentice for three days a week with the help of the Pilgrim Trust. His skills over that time have improved immeasurably and he is now a key member of the team. We have regular local volunteers who also make a great contribution and whose help cannot be underestimated.
We now have the engine and although we are still seeking funds for and propulsion unit, mast, spars, rigging and sails etc we would thank all supporters, both large and small, for their donations so far. It is amazing how much interest this project has created and we are all looking forward to the boat being afloat and being used for the purpose the Trustees have always envisioned, of getting young people to achieve things they thought were impossible and experiencing our maritime heritage.
For more of the story please visit our blog on this website which volunteer Wednesday Phil has been compiling – its both enlightening and funny – thanks Phil.
Apart from building the boat shed and lean to, we have renewed most of the structural frames, keelson, stem, counter and deck beams. We have used locally sourced green oak from the company Elwy Wood. All the larch for the hull planking is from the same source and that is now complete.
From the timber off cuts we have laid out the interior bulkheads and floors.
New deck beams and decks have been fitted along with cabin and cockpit
Recently we have been able to employ an apprentice for three days a week with the help of the Pilgrim Trust. His skills over that time have improved immeasurably and he is now a key member of the team. We have regular local volunteers who also make a great contribution and whose help cannot be underestimated.
We now have the engine and although we are still seeking funds for and propulsion unit, mast, spars, rigging and sails etc we would thank all supporters, both large and small, for their donations so far. It is amazing how much interest this project has created and we are all looking forward to the boat being afloat and being used for the purpose the Trustees have always envisioned, of getting young people to achieve things they thought were impossible and experiencing our maritime heritage.
For more of the story please visit our blog on this website which volunteer Wednesday Phil has been compiling – its both enlightening and funny – thanks Phil.