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Oh look – back in 1946 ‘girls’ could work on boats too, according to British Pathé

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Gavin Atkin

Here’s a fine example of the ‘patronising bollocks’ school of film-making from British Pathé, dated 1946. Dated it certainly is. The unblushing announcer geezer announces resonantly to his microphone placed several feet away, and is full of praise for how … Continue reading →

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First shots from the Boat Building Academy spring student launch

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Gavin Atkin

These shots from from a wet, grey and blustery Boat Building Academy student launch at Lyme earlier this week. I gather it was a great day, with several past graduates joining in the fun with their own boats – and … Continue reading →

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An update on Ben Wales’ restoration of the motor launch Mary

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Gavin Atkin

  Ben Wales has written in with details of his latest progress in his outdoor restoration of the former Royal Lymington Yacht Club motor launch Mary. He’s clearly a determined chap, and I’m delighted to hear that launch day is … Continue reading →

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