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Victorian racing yacht Germaine relaunched after many years at the IBTC

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Gavin Atkin

     The 1882 Nicholson racing yacht Germaine has been relaunched following a long restoration at the International Boatbuilding Training Centre at Lowestoft. Once she is fully rigged and has her new suit of sails she will sail to her … Continue reading →

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Classic Yacht TV – short videos about sailing classic yachts and working craft

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Gavin Atkin

Classic Yacht TV has been set up to offer short documentaries from the classic yachting and work boat scene on a monthly basis. The folks behind it are London-based photographer and multimedia artist Emily Harris, who grew up sailing and … Continue reading →

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The Leila Sailing Trust appeals for a little more financial help

Posted on October 9, 2012 by Gavin Atkin

The magnificent restored Victorian gentleman’s sailing yacht Leila has her new transom and new stanchions required by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s requirements for guard rails. The windlass has been fitted, and down below the ballast is secured with a wooden … Continue reading →

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