Progress Report 06/04/2014

FP39Since last Saturday the 29th the hull has been jetwashed and the survey undertaken. The good news is that the repairs required are not as extensive as anticipated given all the unknowns we were dealing with, and Les has commenced the preparation of the hull for the required repairs. This includes preparation for plate installation and welding as can be seen from the photos. This work will continue through the next three weeks, and we are desperate for any help we can get, especially on the welding side. If any reader knows of anyone capable of lending a hand please contact Les on his mobile no 07971589612. Once repairs are complete the next big task will be the painting of the hull, and again anybody able to assist please come and help! As previously mentioned the works all have to be competed within the next three weeks, so work will be being undertaken every day of the week including weekends and any members or supporters who can call in to make a cup of tea for all involved will be very welcome. The yard is situated on Millgate Road accessed off the B6166, proceed down Millgate one way to the first turning left at The White House, and proceed through the main gates slowly and carefully as there will be tools and machinery in the yard!

The Big Lift

Our thanks to Izzie and Dave for these fantastic images of the crane lift on Monday 31st

Trade and Traffic on the Trent

We have received a series in poster format of research funded by The Arts and Humanities Research Council through the University of Nottingham. Our grateful thanks to Hywel Maslen and Phil Riden for this material. To view these please click on the History and Heritage tab and select Trade and Traffic on the Trent.

 

 

Oh What A Night!

 

The Shanty Evening was a hugely enjoyable evening, with some memorable moments from the artists to the participating audience! (including the stuffed parrot at table ??).

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Immense thanks to the committee and members who put this together. Liam Robinson and accompanying artists led from the start.The shanty selection was excellent, as was the food, the venue and the company along with the fantastic raffle,all in all a huge recipe for a well deserved successful evening. More photos of the event once the necessary permissions obtained.

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Thank You Asda Newark for Your Support

ASDA21 A very big THANK YOU to the ASDA Newark Branch for your help and support by assigning us as a beneficiary on your Community Support Programme for the month. Readers who can utilise this service please do, the system operates at the check out point, so please ask the till operator/cashier for your tokens to maximise this very much appreciated assistance.

Trade and Transport Workshop – Part 3

UoN-UK-C-M BlueCMYKThe third Trade and Transport workshop was held on Saturday 7th September 2013 on board the Leicester Trader. The workshop, as arranged and organised by Philip Rider of Nottingham University in conjunction with our committee,was well supported with 12 participants who remained ensconced in the workshop well over the anticipated timings! The lunch provided by Margi was well received and appreciated. Thank you Margi.