Bluebell Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 I can’t access Craig’s database - anyone else, or is it just me? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 It’s working fine for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluebell Posted March 25, 2021 Author Share Posted March 25, 2021 And me now! It must have been just me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulN Posted March 25, 2021 Share Posted March 25, 2021 Has anything been achieved in maintaining Craig's database yet, it's so sad to see that this valuable resource is not being updated. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldgregg Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 There have been a few issues with it, and other people have also flagged that up. That's the reality of what happens when websites aren't being actively maintained, unfortunately. I have previously been in touch with people close to Craig's wife and am hopeful that we may hear something about what she wishes to do with the site before too long. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boatingman Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 If funding is needed to keep the database going I am more than willing to contribute It is such a valuable resource and it would be a real loss if it is not continued Ray 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorfolkNog Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 I think there are sensitivities around this as one would expect with a bereavment. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldgregg Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 53 minutes ago, NorfolkNog said: I think there are sensitivities around this as one would expect with a bereavment. Correct. I don't believe funding is an issue. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 1 hour ago, NorfolkNog said: I think there are sensitivities around this as one would expect with a bereavment. The site I recently took over was due to an unexpected death and the son was very happy for me to keep his work alive and useful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 Agreed, but perhaps there are more sensitive ways of going about this. It takes different people different times to come to terms with their loss. I have no doubt that Craig's relations will be delighted to know that his work is held in such high regard, and even happier to find that there is a real wish to keep it up to date. but is now the time? Wait whilst keeping an ear to the ground is my advice, It may be that this will cause a backlog of data to be input, but what price is that? No, tread softly and all will be well. (In my very far from humble opinion) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unclemike Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 3 minutes ago, MauriceMynah said: (In my very far from humble opinion) not playing Uriah Heep then ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MauriceMynah Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 Very 'eavy very 'umble sir. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxwellian Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 We have approached and offered help. They have asked for time to consider. We are ready to help if they get back in contact. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smoggy Posted March 26, 2021 Share Posted March 26, 2021 The problem with online databases is once the payments lapse the data is soon lost. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranworthbreeze Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 Lets be honest the family have a lot to think about and boating is a very small portion of the Craig's lists portfolio. Leave them alone to decide the future. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 12 hours ago, Smoggy said: The problem with online databases is once the payments lapse the data is soon lost. No need to worry till next year then. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldgregg Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 That’s only the domain registration, but my understanding is that there is no issue with the bills being paid. As Ian has said, we have offered help and will provide it if asked. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadAmbition Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 I send a monthly subscription to help out Adnams Girl's Broadland Memories website as I think that is a worthy cause. I would if the need arose quite happily help out financially with Craig's database too Griff 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catcouk Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 I just wanted to add my respect and admiration for this amazing resource. I can't imagine how much time and energy went into the gathering of so much information! A little off topic (apologies) but I think the database is excellent. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdnamsGirl Posted March 27, 2021 Share Posted March 27, 2021 3 hours ago, BroadAmbition said: I send a monthly subscription to help out Adnams Girl's Broadland Memories website as I think that is a worthy cause. I would if the need arose quite happily help out financially with Craig's database too Griff It is very much appreciated - thank you so much for your ongoing support xx As has been said, I don't believe there is a question of financial support being needed for Craig's database at this stage. Offers to assist with preserving, continuing to maintain and to take the database onwards have been put forward from more that one source and I'm sure that Kerris will do what she feels is best when she is ready. I am certain that Craig will have done regular backups of the database, and that those backups will no doubt be able to restore any data that has been lost in the intervening months/years when that time comes. Carol 4 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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