Monthly Archives: Jul 2013

The largest gathering of Gaff Rigged Boats will soon be arriving in Cowes for the OGA’S Jubilee Celebrations including Bonita {image above } who was the oldest gaff rigged boat to go “Round the Top ” Well done Bonita!

Part of the fleet at Quayside Bonita's crew at their daily foto shoot!!!! Mike Shaw OGA President at the blessing of the fleet At Newcastle the RBC fleet and accompanying local Working Boats and Relay Boats gathered for a few … Continue reading →

Skippers and crew viewing the presentation of "Reaper" Puffins come to have a look One man and his dog Presenting "Reaper" for the Museum to the former Chair of the Historical Ship Society, as you will perhaps recognise him!! Reaper … Continue reading →

An escort for a few minutes – about 6 of them! The restored herring fishing vessel "Isabella Fortuna", Wick Harbour A view astern on Tantina!! Scurrying along the Coast Line The next stage of our journey began in Scalloway on … Continue reading →