JanetAnne

Yay! Anglian Queen is coming to Beccles

That's Mallyn! We know her well. You have acquired a cracking boat there. Anything you need to know give me a shout. As far as the VWBA goes it's long dead. However the Beccles Wooden Broads Cruiser rally is very much alive and growing. There is a thread on here with details but I ain't clever enough to include a link...

Perhaps Winsome would like to come to Beccles? Always room for a tiddler...

That was my thought as well. The Waveney from the other side of Geldeston Lock.

You sure he will be ok Vaughan? He's not a local lad you know - he may not be up to some of the 'traditions' afforded good old Norfolk stock!

Da only ting 'round ere needen a walla walla bing bang is dis ting.....

It's "ting tang Walla Walla bing bang"

Oops, this time I will try the picture and not the link.. Pinched from Craigs site of course

Now that was close. Just across from Collins in fact. Here she is from back then http://www.broads.org.uk/wiki/index.php5?title=Boat_Details&BoatId=6676&BoatHistory=10829

She's a southern rivers boat Vaughan and except for the large well taking the place of her rearmost cabin the hull and cabin sides are mostly true to original. The fixed wheelhouse is new though, she used to go under potter!

Here's one for you then. Currently a liveaboard near Rochester but can you identify her? Those distinctive lines will pose no problem at all for the old sages amongst us

Yes it will be quite busy. We are just a small part of the weekends events that include two other boat clubs (Seamaster being one) fete, funfair, carnival procession, stalls, live music and whatever else Beccles Town Council have on the agenda. As for parking, I will have a word and see what I can organise.

Whilst I am always grateful to receive these notices, and make use of the info when it affects me, I had no idea that the Broads Authority adjoining waters included the North sea

I spy a mast!

Nice to see that the loss of public access is in aid of public transport!

I thought some of you may be interested in how this years event is shaping up so here is the latest news sheet for the show. I reckon poor Craigs site is going to get a right hammering now... hehe! Beccles Wooden Broads Cruiser Show 2017 Well it seems to have been all systems go for everyone with this years wooden boat show looming fast. As I sit here typing this I am aware of some huge efforts being currently undertaken by owners and boatyards to get boats finished ,ready and afloat in time for August. Kingfisher has been back in her shed with engine removed to have her engine tray cleaned and polished, owner Robin is hoping to give Georgia a run for her money in the ficticious “best kept engine tray at Beccles category!” Both Judith M and Malanka have been out the water undergoing some unexpected repairs and Royal Tudor is looking more and more like a boat once again. Swiftway is back on the water after new decks and Tabitha Rose is having swimming lessons as I type this. Of course this is the tip of the iceberg, I dont think anyone I have spoken to this year has had an easy winters maintenance. It is this sort of dedication and effort that not only makes our little get together such a success but also shows that many of the boats from our past are now in safe hands for the future. Our entry list for this year is as follows.I am sure you will all agree that this is going to be the biggest gathering of wooden broads cruisers since a Richardsons Saturday turn round day in the 60's! We are in for quite a spectacle. Star Premier (Powles Star Premier) Judith M (Martham Boats Judith Class) Missouri Star (Powles Star Class) Georgia (Chriscraft) Mystique (D Cutting) Kingfisher (Herbert Woods Golden Light) Tabitha Rose (Herbert Woods Starlight) Chameleon (Norfolk Broads Yacht Co) Mystic Melody (Andrews) Manxman (Herbert Woods Golden Light) Fairstar (Broom Navigator) Highlight 5 (Herbert Woods Highlight Class) Broad Ambition (Powles Star Supreme) Swiftway 5 (Richardsons Swiftway) Nipper (Moores Belmore) Muddy Waters (Windboats Merrywind) Lady Helena (Sanderson Lady) Countess of Light (Herbert Woods Light Class) Royal Tudor (Royalls) Malanka (Broom Commander) Bittern (Maycraft) Monas Queen (Herbert Woods Golden Light) Golden Cockerell (Wilson 24) Rory (Happytime) Finale (Connoisseur) Lady Christina (Windboats Fairwind) Solea On our provisionally booked but yet to confirm 100% we have Captain Jack (Broom Captain) Hope Phoenix – I am sure you will all agree that Phoenix needs to be with us again this year. Unfortunately the event clashes with a family do and so last year her owners, Tony and Dulcie, had to pass. If you see them out and about (yes, they are currently afloat) make sure to tell them how much we would like to have them back at Beccles this year. And then there is me Janet Anne. Sadly illness has meant that they have needed to make the decision not to bring me after all. Yes, it sucks but its been a torid few months and a very hard choice to have to take. Its a shame really, only my modesty stops me from telling you all just how fabulous I am starting to look Beccles Yacht Station is looking all very nice and new. The mooring posts and paths are all brand new, single level and a major improvement from the rather derelict looking quayheading of old. With that work now nearing completion we will be the first event to make full use of the facility when its finished. No need for the rhond anchors this year! Its time to send in your bits for the programme (if you have not already done so of course). A picture and a few lines will do nicely, nothing too involved, just something to tell us all a little bit about your boat, a bit of history or maybe something funny, you get the idea. I shall look forward to receiving your contributions. Cheers all.

So is Lady Christina, "40 foot of Teak" as her owner described her to me recently!

I would disconnect the cable first and put the box into gear manually just to check it is a box issue and not either a cable or adjustment issue at the helm?

What year was that Peter?

Somerleyton's summer rails are still laid there! Don't suppose anybody thought of hosing the bridge down if it won't close. I believe there may be a suitable water supply nearby? Used to work for Lowestoft bascule bridge.

The only reason he was driving at all was because his horse failed its mot the day before... He'll need more protection than a life jacket if he does though there may currently be a temporary vacancy!

Nice one Peter. You took them all yourself?

Erm... Timbo Normal? Vaughan, honestly!!!