Donation box at Wroxham

[fishtone]

I see  the BA have put a donation box on the stern on moorings at Wroxham. I think this is a good idea as I  am sure no one minds putting a donation in for mooring there. I certainly will if the water is low enough to get under the bridge..I wonder if this will be done on all moorings. There is a donation box at Womack moorings which is run by the Parish council. I don't know if this is being done on all moorings. What do other members think?

[riyadhcrew]

I personally wouldn't mind donating a few pounds for an overnight mooring, if it meant that the moorings would be maintained.

[Poppy]

I personally wouldn't mind donating a few pounds for an overnight mooring, if it meant that the moorings would be maintained.

 

You already do!  Why do you think boats must pay a toll?

[BroadScot]

I think there is a donation box at Reedham also.

 

 

Iain

[smellyloo]

I respect the genorisity shown but ......

 

Isn't this what the tolls are for, As I see it all boat users pay a toll directly or indirectly.

[finny]

It is a donation box - some people will and some people wont .......cant say I see an issue either way

 

 

tightfistfin

[MauriceMynah]

I'm with you Fin, I see no problem if folk wish to contribute a tad moor

[Polly]

I pay a toll, and will not be donating, unless rubbish disposal is available there. If I hired, I might donate regardless, although in fact a proportion of the hire charge is set against tolls.

[JennyMorgan]

I wouldn't mind donating, if I thought it would ALL go to the upkeep of the moorings. Just a pity that the best part of half our tolls is syphoned off for matters other than navigation & moorings.

[ranworthbreeze]

With regards to Womak Staite I think it is correct that a donation box is being used, some late arrivals to the moorings do use this to help keep the moorings maintained by the parish is very good condition.

 

The above is still my favourite mooring location on the Broads.

 

Regards

Alan 

[Matt]

Mine to Alan so let's keep it quiet ;-)

[BroadScot]

Yes Matt and Alan, lets keep it hush hush!

 

 

Iain

[DaveRolaves]

Donation box has been placed on the 24 hour moorings at Somerleyton.    Dave R.......

[JennyMorgan]

Wonder just how long before the light fingered brigade nobble these boxes? I hope that the income and subsequent expenditure derived from these boxes is wholly transparent.

[SPEEDTRIPLE]

I`m not so sure i agree with this at all. Even if they DO use ALL of it to help upkeep the moorings,  i would`nt donate as i`ve already payed to moor there through my tolls, which as JM has said above, only half is used for navigation purposes. I think people are missing the bigger picture here?, If a lot of people make a donation, how long do you think it will be before they install a mandatory mooring charge on ALL BA free moorings.?. I can understand it for boats staying longer than 24 hours, but i certainly won`t be paying any donation to cover what i`ve already payed for. Now if we recieve a substantial DISCOUNT on our tolls because of the donations box, then fair enough, but come on, this IS the BA we`re talking about.

[JennyMorgan]

 then fair enough, but come on, this IS the BA we`re talking about.

 

Think I'll let others comment on that one!

[ZimbiIV]

I wish any government would spend half my road tax on the roads!

paul

[JawsOrca]

Personally I disagree with a donations box on a BA mooring (?!) if that's the case. They are meant to be free moorings. I don't mind paying a quid or so for water and paying for non BA moorings but not for BA moorings.

[BroadScot]

I wish any government would spend half my road tax on the roads!

paul

Oh if only if only!

 

Iain

[BroadScot]

Now, unless things have changed since last year, there is no water point, are the bins refuse area still there, and are the toilets still shut before the stipulated opening and closing times, oh and put money in the donation box. Err I don't think so.

 

However, does it just say a donation, not compulsary, yet? A pic of said notice would make things a lot clearer IMHO.

 

Iain

[SPEEDTRIPLE]

I wish any government would spend half my road tax on the roads!

paul

 

Be very careful what you wish for CM, if they spent half of what you currently pay, they would only put it up to spend on other things than the roads to compensate.

[DaveRolaves]

The donation boxes consist of something like 3" x 3" box section about 3 feet high. The cash goes in at the top and the end where the money goes is cemented into the ground. From memory the one at Somerleyton says "if you have enjoyed your visit here a donation would be appreciated to pay for the upkeep of the moorings (or similar wording)  Dave R.........

[Matt]

I just assumed they were for the fisherman......

[JawsOrca]

Maybe they should read.. "If you have enjoyed your stay here, Please ensure you visit the local pub and shop.. moreso please tell your friends and come back soon..." (where's my printer!)...

[JennyMorgan]

The donation boxes consist of something like 3" x 3" box section about 3 feet high. The cash goes in at the top and the end where the money goes is cemented into the ground. From memory the one at Somerleyton says "if you have enjoyed your visit here a donation would be appreciated to pay for the upkeep of the moorings (or similar wording)  Dave R.........

Ah ha, so I'll need a cold chisel & a lump hammer, or a spot of gelignite!

 

So if no one donates then the moorings won't be maintained? Just playing devil's advocate, you'll understand!