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September 6th, 2024 by
Offering Elle (A169) for sale, she is currently in commission afloat at Dell Quay – coming out in mid October, where she will move to a local barn for the winter. Read More…
Forgot to mention: - Elle has a 50 litre holding tank, vented through an active carbon filter; pump
August 24th, 2024 by
This year I turn 70 and my daughter signed me up for Storyworth, which sends a question a week to prompt memories. This week’s question was: What is your favorite storyRead More…
August 23rd, 2024 by
Having been frustrated at my inability to get up the Hamble against the tide in full flow, I have set my mind to finding ways to resolve the fact that the originalRead More…
August 22nd, 2024 by
We were sent these two photos by members of the OGA, Clare and Pete Thomas, who spotted Destiny as they travelled homewards after the Dutch OGA 20th Anniversary celebrations. Thank Pete andRead More…
August 7th, 2024 by
Purpose made trailer for an Atalanta 26. A142 Sugar Plum has been transported from Aberdeen to the West Coast of Scotland every year (and back!). The trailer has suffered damage to theRead More…
August 2nd, 2024 by
This boat was built by my late father in the early 1960s. He bought the hull and the plans direct from Fairey Marine. Sadly, it never saw the water and has beenRead More…
July 21st, 2024 by
May 29th, 2024 by
I’m very pleased to report – we are sailing again. Me, my kids and my friends Colin and Ross have just been out this afternoon, after sailing Zambra round to Queenborough onRead More…
How fabulous to see! Looks like a happy boat, owner and crew!
Wonderful views of a beautiful Atalanta 31. Enjoy the summer!
May 19th, 2024 by
Sugar Plum has a new bullseye light in her forepeak. What a difference that has made.
Nice
Ironically, I too have a new source of light - alas, it’s an unexpected loss of forward cleat and
May 6th, 2024 by
It’s exciting times in Kent, as Zambra is making the final stages of her long journey back to the sea. After ten long years of intermittent restoration, it was wonderful to seeRead More…
Nick Fantastic to see Zambra 'in the wild' again. Well done for all that work - she looks fantastic
Brilliant to see! Looking forward to following your journey.
Congratulations! Good to see that it is possible to keep the motivation going for 10 years!
February 13th, 2024 by
A1 Atalanta was delivered to the Classic Boat Museum in Cowes by Mike Dixon and Nick Phillips at the end of last week. This is great news for the Museum and forRead More…
February 5th, 2024 by
A31-4 Gellie is one of the twelve Atalanta 31s completed. She was 60 years old in 2023! Four other Atalanta 31s are still sailing or being restored. The Atalanta 31 was aRead More…
January 31st, 2024 by
Just seen this on Facebook. A rather nice-looking Fairey Falcon available near Chichester. If you use facebook its worth having a look just to see the photographs.
January 28th, 2024 by
I have to admit to being a bit taken with Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons stories. As a child, as an adult, and now as a Grandad. I learnt the ‘right’ wayRead More…
January 14th, 2024 by
Saw this article in atlantic magazine. June 2001 edition. Thank you very much to Mike for taking the trouble to post the article on the website. We are always excited to receiveRead More…
This was first Atalanta I sailed, during a cycling touring trip from St Malo down West coast we visi
January 8th, 2024 by
Amber Ellen was spotted by a sailing enthusiast in Aberdeen. They posted a photo and there ensued a variety of comments. It appears that whilst most are appreciative of Atalantas there areRead More…
December 20th, 2023 by
This follows on from Ian’s excellent four-page article in the 2023-2024 Bulletin: Ian had left Brough Haven in good time for the Uffa Fox 50 year event in the IOW on 20th AugustRead More…
December 6th, 2023 by
I know I have asked similar about ‘Bilgex’ for my bilge below engine, now that engine is out. I have Bilgexed , but more needs to be done before applying bilge paint.Read More…
December 3rd, 2023 by
A104 Arosa needs a new home. Arosa is currently sitting on a roadworthy galvanised four wheel trailer, between Edinburgh & North Berwick. Good mainsail and genoa, some older jibs and genoa, spinnakerRead More…
Interested!
Hi Babs Andrew is abroad but if you email him I am sure he will respond. Let me know if you can't
Thank you. This one is nearer my neck of the woods.
October 6th, 2023 by
Uffa – Yachting’s Eccentric Genius by Malcolm TurnerISBN: 978-1-9144893-5-8256 Pages100 illustrations229 x 152 x 25 mmPublisher: Sun RiseMore information “Uffa Fox was the most influential designer in yacht racing history. His ‘planing’ dinghies and keel boats wereRead More…
October 2nd, 2023 by
New sea toilet finally found for Zambra! After many hours trying to chase out holes in the rusted u-bend of the Simpson Lawrence sea toilet, I found one on eBay in aRead More…
Nick That is a very fine throne! Look forward to seeing Zambra afloat again next year. Cheers Ni
September 30th, 2023 by
Swallow Yachts has produced stylish and practical water-ballasted yachts for many years. The wood-epoxy construction, rig options, performance and performance have made them popular. And this year they have re-interpreted the briefRead More…
September 17th, 2023 by
Currently located at Glasson Sailing Club, Glasson Dock, Lancaster. Much loved Atalanta. Selling as part of my late father-in-law’s estate. Last registered 2000.Not been sailed since the beginning of COVID-19. Will tryRead More…
September 6th, 2023 by
We came across this book recently by Finn Ziem after someone found his Youtube video about crossing the Atlantic – twice – in 1980 and 1981. Book description: This is the story ofRead More…
September 4th, 2023 by
All images on this page are the copyright of Finn Ziem, from within the Youtube video below. We have just heard about Norwegian Finn Ziem’s double crossing of the Atlantic Ocean inRead More…
Fantastic! Great to see..
September 1st, 2023 by
This year we finally made it back onto the water. A berth on the Tamar became available in early August. This was followed by a rush to finish a few jobs onRead More…
Brings back memories.. 1969 I used to have a 14 foot dingy at Tamerton Foliot. Sailing up to Morwe
George Fantastic to see Harrier afloat, and even more so to see the crew getting stuck in! It is a
August 9th, 2023 by
A124 Helene — a British Classic with a Big Personality — is offered for sale. She is sound, well looked after and a pleasure to sail. Very comfortable cockpit. Helene has benefitedRead More…
Hi Yeah I can no longer keep her at the current spot and after buying a house I will not have the
Great news that Blue Jackaroo has been sold. The new owner has plans to get her afloat again for ne
July 29th, 2023 by
Busy weekend actually bolting fittings on.. such a good feeling ! Helpful working where I do ,enables me to think through jobs and get them right first time. On a different note Read More…
Simon: It looks like there will be a very strong case to have Diaphony brought into the inaugural
SimonDiaphony really does look great. I am really looking forward to seeing her on the water. N
July 29th, 2023 by
Final fitment of Engine bearers Brackets and nuts and bolts all in 316 s/s. Chain plates trial fitted Today fitted only one tricky and messy job with Butyl sealer..I have found brakeRead More…
Looking very clean
July 29th, 2023 by
With the introduction of the Atalanta, was Fairey Marine a ‘disruptor’? Jim Sumberg and Nick PhillipsMARCH 2023 In today’s business world being recognised as a ‘disruptor’ is a badge of honour (andRead More…
July 28th, 2023 by
Trial fit of Engine Bearers and associated brackets and Chain plates..
July 16th, 2023 by
The cruising log is a unique literary genre, and can take many forms. Part fact and part fiction, a log can be as tedious as a week in the Horse Latitudes and/orRead More…
July 7th, 2023 by
We left Wrabness at 4 on Thursday and spent the night in Hamford Water. Weather fantastic and the Backwaters magic. This morning we sailed out and up the coast choosing to divertRead More…
Hello sailors,Great photos and pleased that two boats made the rendezvous. Hope that you made it
Good diversion! I hope you enjoyed Ramsholt. Sad that young George Collins is no longer around. Jane
July 5th, 2023 by
FAIREY FULMAR 20 ft Sitting in Owlesbury near Winchester. Compact, trailable, sailing cruiser with remarkable internal space, having four 6ft 6in berths Head room 5ft 9in. Ready to sail this summer. PetterRead More…
June 23rd, 2023 by
A89 Colchide and A124 Helene arranged to meet on the River Stour on Midsummer’s day. Is this the first time two Atalantas have sailed together this year?
Very smart.
Hi Greg,I'm stumped!There's a boat following Sugar Plum You've left the boarding ladder beh
Eleven out of ten for Mike.I can not stop the yellow boat following me.I do not have a board
No motoring cone?
No sails up so no cone required!
June 3rd, 2023 by
Sugar Plum doing some challenging pilotage in the North Channel of Loch Moidart.
May 6th, 2023 by
This spring the painters and decorators had a go at updating Helene’s cabin. Interesting comparison with Nick’s 2015 photo below.
We are impressed
Great work Jim……a bright and airy cabin. The keel box flexible seals are also admirable, it will
May 3rd, 2023 by
Following work this spring to address water ingress along the bottom of Helene’s keel boxes, new slot gaskets were installed using Hawk 150mm mylar gasket material obtained from RS Sailing. The badlyRead More…
I am impressed!
She's going to slip through the water really well now. I wish I could do the same on COLCHIDE, but c
April 30th, 2023 by
A48 Feli has been broken up. She sank at her moring in 2015 during a storm. I got her re floated and took her out of the water. Unfortunately the stern wasRead More…
March 25th, 2023 by
A casual get together in the Zoom bar of the ‘Two Keels Inn’. Bring your own drinks and snacks. Open to anyone who wants to come along. This year we are planningRead More…
March 23rd, 2023 by
Over the last several years water has leaked into Helene’s forward cabin. The amount was relatively small – more annoying than anything else – but something was not right. Everything pointedRead More…
Jim, Seems a very robust repair. Nice job.I had a similar (but considerably worse) problem on
February 12th, 2023 by
Thanks for the resources over the years. Word to the wise: It would have been easier to buy one in better condition! Should you undertake a similar restoration be prepared for ChristsRead More…
January 22nd, 2023 by
I did learn before I bought A90 that the enemy of an Atalanta was not sea water but rain. So off to Sturminster Newton and Hansons’ massive material warehouse. Then bumping backRead More…
I like the lacing idea, more robust than a zip. And more flexible.
December 30th, 2022 by
The Uffa fox event was the perfect excuse for me to finally address the top-sides. Mary was in good condition when I took over her care. But the paint had definitely goneRead More…
November 27th, 2022 by
Hi. Does anyone own Baby Seal? I would love to hear that she is still around. My Uncle, John Berry of HM Coastguard in Margate, Spurn Point and Liverpool, bought this boatRead More…
November 26th, 2022 by
This photo was found in my late Uncles records. He owned Baby Seal and look like this might be a rare photo of A3…!
HowardThis is fantastic - a photo of A3! And not just a photo. The hand written legend on the ph
November 22nd, 2022 by
My father Dr Francis George Elvins was the first owner, from 1960 until 1971 when he died. He kept her moored on Wareham Quay, Dorset where he lived. He crossed the channelRead More…
Very many thanks for posting about Sabrina on the website. It is always a great pleasure to be conta
November 12th, 2022 by
This is a late, but nevertheless. Helene was lifted on 18 October 2021 at Mistley Marine on the River Stour in Essex. It proved to be a somewhat quirky but very pleasantRead More…
November 6th, 2022 by
We are delighted to hear that A115 ‘Mara’ has been sold. Her new owner has moved her to the South Coast to complete her restoration. This is great news. In 1975 EricRead More…
October 28th, 2022 by
If you use the AOA Website regularly you will have noticed a big change to the Home Page. Below are some thoughts which might help you understand the changes. Why has itRead More…
October 25th, 2022 by
A small team visited Rye last week to rescue parts from A179 Emma Duck before she is destroyed. The Secretary and Committee have worked hard in recent years to support the ownersRead More…
September 26th, 2022 by
The first ever Duckling World Championships were held at Bosham Hoe after the Uffa Fox 50 event. The weather was kind and the Currey did a great job of organising the eventRead More…
Wonderful photos ...many thanks for posting them Nick, and for taking to the water to capture them a
September 26th, 2022 by
All over a month ago now. Here are a selection of the photographs from the events in August based around the Uffa Fox 50 event. The highlight was undoubtedly seeing five Atalantas,Read More…
September 18th, 2022 by
The boats travelling to the UF50 event in August stopped off at Brighton. They were spotted by Mark Whittle who sailed A19 Valare in the 1970’s as a young boy. Mark veryRead More…
Very pleased that Mark Whittle sent in the photos and the covering story! I remember that he was ver
September 1st, 2022 by
It’s been a busy few years so Zambra has had to take a bit of a backward step but this year, finally, I’ve managed to get her going forwards again. Thought IRead More…
NickIt is great to hear from you and even better to hear that Zambra is progressing towards the
August 15th, 2022 by
The excitement is growing! Just 2 days to go. Check out the Uf50.org website for the latest including details of some of the interesting boats attending, including the Atalantas. The event isRead More…
July 1st, 2022 by
Atalantas draw attention wherever they go. To add to the publicity the AOA is hoping that all attendees at the UF50 event will sport an AOA Polo shirt and that all theRead More…
June 26th, 2022 by
Atalantas attract attention wherever they go. To help publicise the boats and the AOA the Association have suggested a template to display boat details for use in Marinas and alongside. These areRead More…
May 23rd, 2022 by
Thirteen of us met up in Dundee: George, Estelle and Morag from A147 Chamois; Bernard from A66 Sassi; Jonathan from A183 Bluster; Mike and Sheila from A1 Atalanta; Greg from A142 SugarRead More…
May 14th, 2022 by
I popped by to help ready Helene for final fitting out tasks – putting her ‘in the air’ for work inside the keelboxes on the new posts at the rear. It isRead More…
April 25th, 2022 by
April 25th, 2022 by
Have decided to fit the keel mechanism from Jack of London T4 as it was all made from stainless steel ,Problem is getting this lot to fit in the keel box asRead More…
Great to see so much progress. She really is going to be fantastic when finished! Looking forward t
Epoxy primer undercoat ( EPU) 3x coats in succession allowing flash off between coats . Found this
Simon,As ever - perfection continues! I thought I'd seen the last of T4's keel bolts - should h
April 13th, 2022 by
The organisers for this four day festival in August have issued and update (27th February). The event is growing with detailed plans for the sailing and a host of activities around theRead More…
April 9th, 2022 by
The following paper was conceived in the cabin of an Atalanta during the East Coast Cruise in 2021. New owner Jim Sumberg was reviewing the innovations within the Atalanta and its partRead More…
Nick/Jim,Pretty much the only comment to make is "why didn't anyone do this before?". It seems
April 2nd, 2022 by
I have always like the “Tiger design” NATO jets, so yesterday, I gave Colchide a “Tiger design” to her hull.
Wow! Nice job. I knew Hempel did a Tiger antifoul but I didn't realise they were doing gloss too.
March 31st, 2022 by
The Uffa Fox 50 celebrations are calling for old sails from Uffa boats, to be used in creating regalia for the event. If you have any hiding at the back of yourRead More…
March 20th, 2022 by
20 Members and friends attend the 2022 AGM meeting and lunch. It was great to be holding another ‘In Person’ meeting after last year’s was ‘virtual’ due to Covid-19. Of course, Covid-19Read More…
February 27th, 2022 by
The organisers for this four day festival in August have issued and update (27th February). The event is growing with detailed plans for the sailing and a host of activities around theRead More…
It should be a good event!
LATEST - We have SIX! Atalantas lined up. It would be great to see as many Atalanta supporters as
January 21st, 2022 by
Mentioned in the book “The War That Never Was” by Duff Hart-Davis page 29 one page only. The boat, A21 ‘Chuff’, was flown to Aden in the early sixties or earlier byRead More…
ColinMany thanks for adding this boat reference. I have taken the liberty of adding the quote fr
January 20th, 2022 by
We came across this book recently by Danny O’Neill. Danny owned A78 Marianda in the 1980s and 1990s. The book is about Danny’s life at sea on eighty different boats as aRead More…
November 10th, 2021 by
Elle is being stored in a barn this winter. Located in Dell Quay, Chichester Harbour – Apuldram Manor Farm. The storage allows the luxury of working on the boat throughout the winterRead More…
Chris Elle is looking superb! Really looking forward to seeing her on the water. Hopefully you wil
November 2nd, 2021 by
It is time for me to pass on the ‘bateau’ on to a new owner. Work commitments, blah..de..blah.. But she deserves to be used and should never be neglected. She is aRead More…
I have committed to the UF50 celebrations so won't sell until after that. Sorry.
October 24th, 2021 by
Just saw this on Boat Scrapyards site. The boat is in Cheshire
Hi Simon Thanks for the heads up. We are in discussion with the boatyard. Sadly the boat is in very
October 15th, 2021 by
Presently afloat and in commission in Chichester harbour. Artemis II is in good condition with a Sabb marine single diesel engine and a new under boom cockpit cover. All fresh painted thisRead More…
October 13th, 2021 by
Atalantas at a Boatshow? First there was one – the twenty four feet long Atalanta prototype, in 1955. Then, over the next decade, Fairey Marine built one hundred and eighty six AtalantaRead More…
October 13th, 2021 by
The AOA caught up with the son of an ex-owner at the Southampton Boastshow in 2021. This was great – it filled in an ownership gap in our records and provided theRead More…
October 3rd, 2021 by
Having decided that the cockpit seats need replacing . I set about ripping the old ones out the reason for this was cracking either side of frame work . Good thing IRead More…
Another day on Diaphony
September 27th, 2021 by
On taking over a boat it is common to inherit a certain number of “special” items. Dredged from the depths of locker or lazarette, damp and probably rusty, their identity andRead More…
Ah. Did you know that the dinghy was originally christened 'Ben Gunn' and had been owned for many d
Maybe "Wally" the Walrus has started to move north from the Scilly Isles...and had overnighted in th
September 23rd, 2021 by
The plan was for an overnight to Pin Mill or the Walton Backwaters. We left Manningtree under sail around 1130 anticipating the ebb, without even a cat’s paw of breeze. TheRead More…
I am very impressed that she floated, and floated level, just under the waterAnd let that let be
September 9th, 2021 by
After a great deal of effort by Mike A1 is moored in the ‘Class Association’ area of the Southampton boatshow, alongside the Old Gaffers Association. She has already generated ‘chatter’ – sheRead More…
August 22nd, 2021 by
I am really glad that I managed to find ‘hibernation’ for Mary over the lock-down. But it is time to get her back in the water enjoy a sail and make sureRead More…
Good to see 'Mary again! Looking forward to catching up at West Mersea on Friday. Better polish th
Good to see Mary out of hibernation. Looking forward to seeing her at West Mersea.Mike
August 20th, 2021 by
Free for restoration. Turtle is currently sitting on a four wheel trailer in Truro. If someone out there will take her please do, just send a lorry we can pull her onRead More…
August 17th, 2021 by
Bluster has guard rail stanchions at the aft end of the cockpit. These were bolted through the stringer and the deck with a block beneath and above. Unfortunately, after being pushed aroundRead More…
Hi Jonathan,Thank you for posting such an interesting article of words and pictures. Really look
Jonathan Very thorough as always! I like your beefing up of the corner in way of the stanchion bas
Nick,The chain plate fairings were all in good condition with no water ingress behind them. I on
August 12th, 2021 by
August 11th, 2021 by
There is a new ”Group’ on Facebook – Fairey Atalantas. Whilst not an AOA ‘official’ group we will be posting on it about the Association and the boats. We would really loveRead More…
July 30th, 2021 by
Since the mid-1990 I have owned a number of small boats including a Devon Yawl, Cornish Shrimper, Cornish Crabber (Mk 1), Kingfisher 22+ (jink rig), Anderson 26 (lifting keeI), Golden Hind andRead More…
JimYou are absolutely right. For the helm one of the aft corners of the cockpit is a tremendously
And it was just as comfortable on T4 Gellie in 1993 - when we were all just a tad younger...........
July 24th, 2021 by
To escape the worst of the expected heatwave I thought I would visit what has quickly become my favourite anchorage, and do some relaxed mud listening. After a beat down the StourRead More…
JimI am so-ooo pleased Helene found you! A wonderful evocation of East Coast yachting, and it so
July 16th, 2021 by
Triggered by some recent (unsuccessful) attacks on the site we have updated the way people can request an account. It is now more manual than before. This does not affect existing usersRead More…
July 7th, 2021 by
Very rare Fairey Marine Pixie Tender for sale. Open to reasonable offers. The tender has a deck over one half and has been stored in a garage for forty years. It willRead More…
July 2nd, 2021 by
As reported in Bluster’s last blog post, there was a worrying split in the topsides at the starboard aft end of the cockpit where the aft deck moulding is joined to theRead More…
Wow Jonathan That was a complicated jigsaw of laminates. As you say, if only the aft-cabin and coc
I think they are ll that way. It is a weak link. The cockpit section of the topsides and the aft se
June 30th, 2021 by
A89 Colchide attended the 2021 Suffolk Yacht Harbour Classic Regatta over the weekend 25-27 June. This Regatta encourages both motor and sail boats and this year was graced by half a dozenRead More…
June 12th, 2021 by
The hot sunny weather we are having in Scotland at the moment is ideal for wood repairs as the exposed laminates are nice and dry before being sealed in with epoxy. WaterRead More…
Jonathan Great to see the progress on Bluster continuing. I don't envy you the repairs on the starb
Nick, Thanks for the tip on replacing the rubbing strake in two parts. Someone had mentioned this p
June 10th, 2021 by
Aquilo II is in a barn on her trailer near Bridport in Dorset. She is possibly the last ever 26ft Atalanta to be launched, which she was in 1969. She has beenRead More…
May 31st, 2021 by
The AOA ‘Beer & Natter’ at ‘The Two Keels’ on Saturday 22 May 2021 at 6 PM was a great success and 12 members attended: Mike Dixon (Commodore A1), Jane Stearn (Vice-Commodore), Read More…
May 17th, 2021 by
While most of our thorough Spring Clean was about keeping the site working smoothly there have been some functional improvements too. The ‘Images’ page now includes the Boat sail number in theRead More…
May 15th, 2021 by
My father Dr.Peter Ewart Burden re-named this boat. We nearly lost her and our lives once-sailing from Ramsgate on a halcyon day ,force 3 forecast to be caught in squall. My husbandRead More…
May 11th, 2021 by
Work on Bluster has continued in April and early May. Much of April was spent removing rusty bolts from the engine bay area and rudder skeg. The keel stops were removed withoutRead More…
Jonathan I continue to be in awe of the thoroughness and quality of the restoration work on Bluster
My logic in choosing A2 stainless steel for the bolts inside the boat that are not in contact with s
May 2nd, 2021 by
This will be my last post on Helene’s Boat Blog as owner. In fact although started before the sale it is being published after handover to Jim, the new owner. Due toRead More…
A very neat solution! What non-setting sealant would you recommend? I too do not want to put bits
How silly of me not to say. 'Marine Bedding Sealant' from Traditional Boat Supplies has served me v
Mary uses a foam ring, without sealant. To be honest bevelling in an 'O' ring with a bit of grease
I got round to greasing my pins, I got one side done. They have not been out since Sardinia (2014)
April 5th, 2021 by
I was spring cleaning A89 Colchide yesterday, when I was approached by a gentleman. “Is that an Atalanta” “Oh, I had a passenger ride in an Atalanta, aged 9, in the earlyRead More…
It is amazing that wherever you are in an Atalanta you will be accosted by someone who used to own o
April 5th, 2021 by
A177 Quinteffence has been laid up on her trailer for the last 8 years as life has not allowed time to spend sailing (and maintaining her). She has been stored under aRead More…
Tarn/Francis,Great to see progress on the boat. Can't be too prescriptive without a better unde
I carried on chiselling till almost all the black wood is out, there still seems to be more around e
the gap, missing part is 43cm long
Thanks for your advice Mike, much appreciated. Ive put some more details of the job in the blog. Ta
A pic from last cruise, June 2005 river Dart
Great to see hear news of Qunteffence, albeit about her ailment! It would be great to see her afloa
March 31st, 2021 by
I was delighted to welcome an ex-owner of Kicky Wicky as a website user last month. Having ‘conversations’ with ex-owners and their families is one of the delights of my job asRead More…
Oh that is a lovely feature... Beautifully uncluttered.No cleats on the front! After all why w
March 25th, 2021 by
Made a mtg for the python drive from 19mm Ply /Mahogany and 2.5 mm A4 stainless.. A new propshaft from Clements engineering made from Duplex with couplings for conversion from 3/4″to PythonRead More…
Shiny! Shiny! That is a very handsome piece of kit! Handsomely installed too!Fascinated by the
Nick its just after the start of film its in between the Battledore and St Mawes Harbour can't
Just about to fit Iroko Engine bearers I discovered the forward bulkhead was only 1/2 "ply so out
A little more Work on Diaphony bearers cut to length and angled for Engine alignment
March 22nd, 2021 by
A chance contact with the original owners of T10 Calista led to a photo of Calista with A155 Miranda in the background which, with thanks to the AOA bloodhound which is ourRead More…
March 21st, 2021 by
Occasionally walk past this poor old boat at Newham on the Truro River. I imagine she has been abandoned.
David Many thanks for taking the time to post the photos. This is Atalanta 31-11, Petesark. She has
March 19th, 2021 by
February was a great month for connecting to ex-owners of Fairey yachts. Rodney, son of Titania T10 Calista’s first owner, joined the website and we entered into a conversation by email. RodneyRead More…
RodneyWow!I have long wondered about the early history of Calista. Many thanks for sharing t
March 14th, 2021 by
After much prevaricating, Bluster’s trailer was removed and the keels lowered to the ground. The supporting steelwork was then also removed for inspection. Before removing the trailer, I cut off most ofRead More…
Jonathan.Wow again! You make it look and sound so easy. Both the jacking / blocking and the k
Jonathan. I suspect many owners over the years have baulked at the prospect of removing the steelwo
Nick and Mike,Thanks again for your encouragement.To separate the steelwork from the keelbox
Jonathan,Thank you for posting all those very interesting details and photographs of Bluster. Pe
When chipping the rust off a keel bolt support frame I went right through one of the keel bolt tubes
Jonathan,Are you going to get keel bolts made with the lubricating channels? If so I might also
I am hoping to get a set of keel bolts from the AOA salvaged parts store when I go down to Norfolk l
February 24th, 2021 by
With the snow melting and the weather warmed up (relatively), work on Bluster has resumed with the stripping out of the steering mechanism. The whipstaff bearing had a bit of play, butRead More…
Just goes to prove how essential it is to carry out a thorough examination of the largely hidden par
Mike,The bolts for the steering cable corner sheaves were rusty, but not too waisted. The only o
As Mike has said - this demonstrates how much we can take for granted when everything looks okay fro
Jonathan - really useful blog. As I continue refurbishment of A90 , ( 'refurbishment' meaning find
February 9th, 2021 by
The weather continues to be very cold this winter in Aberdeenshire, and now we also have 20 cm of snow. Consequently, not so much work has been done on Bluster. After muchRead More…
A neat little thrust / CV unit. A124 has an 'aqua drive' which takes up significantly more space.
February 8th, 2021 by
Having purchased the engine from the late Jack of London T4 having stripped down all ancillary items had the alt and starter refurbishment done by Wasp. Started up and runs like aRead More…
Oh, come on Simon, how did you get access to a spray booth? We don't need to have all the details,
Looking very smart! Having a reliable engine is a great get-out-of-jail-free card,
Simon Wow! Great job on T4's power plant. Diaphony is going to be a stunner. And a fast one too!
Thanks Nick .. Had to cut down one of T4s water tanks to fit in Diaphony having just measured its
My Friend owns a Bodyshop he has two booths.. This is where I finished restoring my classic car..
Water tank capacity. Probably as many capacities as there are boats. I think (but willing to be co
Mike I have cut one of the large Titania tanks in two 1st tank=35litres and not far off the origina
Fitting water tanks at the moment as mentioned before my capacity is up to 65 litres now from 35 li
Starboard side tank this will probably be used for washing with a slide out sink.
January 26th, 2021 by
Bluster’s engine was winterised, but otherwise in reasonable working order. It was badly rusted in places, the fuel and oil pipes were beginning to rust, and the paint was peeling off muchRead More…
Jonathan -6 to +1 makes me feel like a wimp .... Engine bays are such damp places it is hard to ke
My 1 Gm10 did sterling service , motor sailing across and back over the North Sea , the Channel, Wes
January 22nd, 2021 by
After changing A90’s livery, time to go for the keels. But removal of the trailer had to come first. Travis Perkins first had to deliver some railway sleepers up from Newport ,Read More…
Doug Good to all the progress - looking forward to seeing Jenaka II on the water when we are allowe
Thanks Nick, your photo proves Silhouettes get everywhere. I even saw two on Lake Garda. I suppose
January 17th, 2021 by
Very rare Fairey Marine Pixie Tender for sale. Open to reasonable offers. Built circa 1950 as a tender to the Fairey Marine Atalanta class yachts using the vacuum hot moulded plywood techniquesRead More…
January 16th, 2021 by
Hello everyone. You may have read the Classic Boat article published in the November edition last year about A1 and her restsoration. The article aimed to bring together the historic place A1Read More…
January 14th, 2021 by
Risking the opprobrium of AOA members I changed A90 ‘s traditional Atalanta livery of Blue & White to that of my very first yacht, a Red & White Silhouette Mark II. TheRead More…
Heretic! And I love the colour - she is very striking. Looking forward to seeing her on the water
January 8th, 2021 by
On the 8th February 2019 Dominic Dobson brings A90 all the way from Ilkley Moor to North Dorset and a bag full of ‘The Patience of a Saint’ ! Arriving after darkRead More…
Hi Doug There are a lot of giants on whose shoulders we are all standing. I'll gloss over Uffa Fox
January 3rd, 2021 by
A182 Skimmer has been in storage in Virginia Beach, USA, since 1985 in a tent, and been kept dry. She is now looking for someone to complete her restoration. She is lyingRead More…
December 28th, 2020 by
Bluster currently has a Yanmar 1GM10 diesel engine, a replacement for the Volvo Penta that she previously had. It has been fairly reliable, but the paint was peeling off the lower halfRead More…
Jonathan Excellent job - simple gantry but very effective and I love the dowel rollers. The 1gm m
Nick, The oil pipe under the engine does have a stainless mesh over it, so is probably not the orig
December 20th, 2020 by
Image above of Uffa Fox and Charles Currey with a Firefly dinghy copyright Fairey Marine / Currey Family. 26th October 2022 is the fiftieth anniversary of the death of Uffa Fox. ItRead More…
December 19th, 2020 by
‘..an incredible sailor, who at the same time was also a clever and insightful innovator‘ Dougal Henshaw, Sail-World 18 December 2020 Dougal Henshaw has just published a fascinating profile of Charles CurreyRead More…
December 18th, 2020 by
A few pictures of Deck and a illustration on forming precise curves which are then laminated. This was done a few years ago Picture of mast spreader bracket to Fairey item incorporatingRead More…
December 15th, 2020 by
The AOA Annual Bulletin and Yearbook should be hitting Member doormats this week. Thanks to all the contributors and to Bernard and his team for its production. And a very Happy ChristmasRead More…
Bulletin arrived thanks for the work that you put into keeping the association going hopefully next
November 27th, 2020 by
We were delighted to hear from the son of Taku Maru’s original owner, Philip Booth, about his recollections of her and how she got her name. I am really delighted to seeRead More…
I wish we had known this when I owned A105! Lost count of the number of times people asked me what h
November 27th, 2020 by
Hi fellow sailors and boat maintainers. I think we should get together and discuss the Vendee Globe out of a sense of shared interest. I have created a zoom meeting below forRead More…
Alistair Great idea - thanks for setting this up. See you there. They are amazing boats and even
November 21st, 2020 by
Through a series of unfortunate experiences A166 is in need of a new home. She is in Clark’s Boatyard on Portland. Contact Tim or Denise at 01305 860265. Although originally covered theseRead More…
Hello, Is There Somewhere on the AOA's website That Can Advise How to Inspect & Service the Fold
November 21st, 2020 by
Amber Ellen could be an excellent example of the Atalanta 26 but requires extensive finishing and some woodwork repairs, mainly to the decks and cockpit. She benefits from many unique modifications includingRead More…
November 20th, 2020 by
The Annual Bulletin for 1994-95 included an article (page 34) by R.Backhaus detailing his purchase of A140 Kate Thomas, the work he carried out and his views on sailing and trailing. TheRead More…
November 18th, 2020 by
Thanks to Bernard Marshall for bringing to my attention the excellent article on the Yachts and Yachting website about Fairey Marine hotmoulded boats. It majors on the dinghies but the Atalanta doesRead More…
November 9th, 2020 by
Work has continued on repairing the bow area of Bluster. The deck area had some rot wherever it had been penetrated by a screw or bolt, allowing water to get into theRead More…
Fantastic work your mum should be proud
Jane certainly would be proud. And it is great to have the photos and comments as you go - preservin
Looks excellent!
Thanks all for your encouraging messages. I am currently working on the "quarter round" joining the
October 26th, 2020 by
Titania T1 was owned by the Dixon’s in the early 1980s, in Ireland. Jim Dixon kindly posted this photo of her.
October 20th, 2020 by
The details of the virtual laying up get together have now been published under the Event entry. It would be great to see as many of you as can make it comingRead More…
October 13th, 2020 by
With the completion of A1 Atalanta last year it seemed like a golden opportunity for the Association to have another push at publicising our excellent wards. A1 was a very special boatRead More…
October 13th, 2020 by
The decision to scrap A154 was taken in October 2020. To all intents and purposes A154 is no more although she lives on through parts salvaged by the AOA to be usedRead More…
October 12th, 2020 by
Following the scrapping of T4 Brother Jack, A154 Deeanie and A179 Emma Duck, the AOA now have a large number of second-hand parts available for owners. You can access the list throughRead More…
October 5th, 2020 by
It is planned for Deannie to be scrapped over the weekend of 9-11 October. This week is the last chance if anyone wishes to save her. I you are seriously interested andRead More…
September 28th, 2020 by
The foredeck from the cockpit to the forehatch has now been repaired and just needs fairing and some longitudinal slats replacing. The top laminate repairs on the bubble have now been fairedRead More…
Jonathan, what a tour de force, and also an education for a relatively newcomer like me.
Great work Jonathan. Interesting photo of a main bulkhead.
Hi. What he said! You really are making a great job of Bluster and thank you very much for the re
Doug, Richard and Nick,Thank you all for your encouragement. I does at times seem a never-endin
you can always increase the size of the strip that joins the blister to the deck I did this on Diaph
While the blister is off would be easy to get the shape . This jig worked very well on the Hydropl
What a great job you are doing Jonathan - i notice that she is inside what looks like a storage tent
Simon and David,Making a beefier "quarter round" is not a bad idea, and you are right, now is th
Jonathan,PSA photo of A89's blister & deck support. Keep up the good work.
That is very helpful Jonathan, thank you
September 28th, 2020 by
I have taken the decision to let A115 go to a new owner. Sadly I don’t have the time to work on her where she is as there is no power andRead More…
a Few Questions about This Atalanta 26 Please: 1) is the Hull Water Tight ? 2) Are the Mast, Sail
Your best contacting Robbie direct using details within the post
September 28th, 2020 by
I hope there is a competent person out there who would take on the restoration of F3 Dunsheen and sail this lovely boat. She is a good example of this classic classRead More…
August 29th, 2020 by
It will not go down in the AOA Annals for its mileage or good weather but we all had a great time. We explored the Stour, Deben and Walton Backwaters before StormRead More…
August 9th, 2020 by
Just wondering do the Chainplate wedges go at the top of plate There is a hole for a Chainplate bolt…30 yrs since I took it apart.
Hi Simon Not sure if it answers your question but does drawing A24761 help? (Enter this number in
Cheers Nick great help .Got to be one of my next jobs ..
August 2nd, 2020 by
Lying in Ipswich. Please contact Nick for details by email or by phone on 07711 088762. A124 is for sale to allow to pursue my Atalanta and sailing aspirations in different directions.Read More…
July 28th, 2020 by
I am now restoring Bluster’s cockpit at deck level. Getting the jib sheet tracks off (all four of them) was a struggle as many of the brass bolts were corroded into theRead More…
HiI like your solid reinforcement on the starboard side. This corner seems to attract issues. I
July 23rd, 2020 by
A124 Helene was launched at last on Monday (with much thanks to Mike Dixon for driving miles to assist). It felt good to have water under the keel again and looking forwardRead More…
July 21st, 2020 by
Titania T4 will be chopped up tomorrow, 22 July 2020 at boatscrapyard.com in Gosport. If you want any bits from her, please phone Steve on 023 9298 4666 ASAP or contact LukeRead More…
Hi Richard. Thanks for the post. Very sad day. For those without Facebook I have attached PDF 'fac
Update - A large quantity of Brother Jack's fittings and parts have been saved thanks to the efforts
July 18th, 2020 by
Making the most of the warm weather and Covid19 lockdown to work on repairing the deck laminations and replace the rotten frame tops. Progress is slow, but steady.
Well done Jonathon - slow and steady wins every time. All looking horribly familiar! But worthwhil
Great work definite labour of loveDom
Thanks Dom and Mike. Your encouragement is very welcome!
July 4th, 2020 by
Not sure I every shared any photos of the new aft pushpit. This push pit works by providing storage for a modern life ring, Seago lift raft complete with easy release (justRead More…
GeorgeThanks for the update. And the pushpit looks the business! Are you taking orders? ;-)
George - Your new aft pushpit looks great, as does Harrier.Your comment about - "Possibly a bit
June 18th, 2020 by
A 31/11 has 316 L stainless steel keel bolts and controling plates (Posted by F O’Riordain using the AOA Website ‘Guest’ posting facility)
Thanks for taking the time to post the information Nick
June 11th, 2020 by
Replacement engine arrived today now the fun begins fitting it Nanni 14hp with heat exchanger..Sorting out bearers tomorrow. My New Mast which I picked up on holiday in Cornwall a few yrsRead More…
Your Furlough is being very good for Diaphony at least. Great to see so much progress and glad you g
thanks
Furlough ended now still full speed ahead on Diaphony A5 went for a Beta 10 engine in the end rem
Simon, Great progress! The mast looks very good, as to the windows. Did you mould them yourself, fr
Yes the windows were moulded by my long time friend David in his Kitchen. David has been an inspirat
June 11th, 2020 by
On Bluster, between the companionway bulkhead and the main bulkhead the side deck and blister were joined without any reinforcement other than the quarter round on the outside. This led to separation,Read More…
JonathanYour additions are well worth the effort (and nicely executed from your photos!) On Hel
June 10th, 2020 by
Despite the gradual easing of lockdown restrictions in the UK (and specifically in England), planned events for the Association have taken a significant hit. We got away with holding the AGM inRead More…
Further updates 5th July 2020 - specific to England - please check elsewhere for lockdown easings.
June 10th, 2020 by
A55 is for sale on eBay (finishes 14th June at 14.23) as a restoration project. She has been stored in a barn for a few years. Condition hard to tell exactly fromRead More…
The ad generated a lot of interest and the winning bid was for £560. The Secretary has contacted t
June 9th, 2020 by
Hello fellow owners I am looking for drg no 24833 Mast head rig metal mast are they available still and how much.. regards Simon
June 6th, 2020 by
3 months Furlough Had to do something Full speed ahead on Diaphony working on the keel boxes Mtg brackets blasted and Galvernised and painted with Epoxy Primer as are the Keels justRead More…
Wow SimonDiaphony is looking great. I can see many hours of work there and what a great job you
cheers Nick taking ages but getting there remade saloon sliding hatch as the skin was 4mm ply a
Baby Seal tried to get around problem of seals distorting by fairing the keel boxes externally so th
May 25th, 2020 by
The 26′ Atalanta was a great success and Fairey Marine were considering a 31′ variation. There is a very early set of sketches and drawings, many signed by Uffa Fox, in theRead More…
May 23rd, 2020 by
Mk1 Rudder in very good condition has finally found its way on to Diaphony A5 . And have lowered the top pintle down about 2 inches, also replaced lower pintle with aRead More…
Simon Looking good. It is quite a bit different to the later rudders. Do you have the blade to go w
Hi Nick this is a mk1 rudder stock I have 3x blades 2x dinghy style and a much larger blade which
May 21st, 2020 by
Our East Coast representative has sent us this scoop from secret waters somewhere near Harwich. Getting the Atalanta to go faster has pre-occupied many in recent years (check out this thread). Well,Read More…
Totally awesome!
Having done extensive computer modelling, I have decided to fit a BUSTLE to A89 Colchide over the wi
May 20th, 2020 by
There’s a video of this boat A160 ‘Moyra’ from an 8mm film I made in 1968. David Clover. Read about the history of the London Sailing Project, now Rona Trust, on theirRead More…
May 17th, 2020 by
Is there anyone running a Yanmar GM20 in an Atalanta 26 I already have a RCA Dolphin 12 hp two stroke twin fitted in the boat. I would like to know ifRead More…
Hi Simon I don't have the twin - I have a 1GM10. I understand your comments about smoothness - a t
I have a GM10, which I dont find unduly noisy and considerably quieter than the Yamaha 8HP outboard
Having looked at th GM 10 exhaust I can see why they are prone to break the inner tube that the e
Having had a good measure up it seems fitting a replacement engine is not as easy as I thought..I
I now have my makers name plate made by a friend..I did get him to save the item to his computer..
Hi SimonThere are a lot of (Mark II) boats with diesel twins. On the Mark II boats all of these
Simon, I fitted a vetus engine in A90 see photos in her log, drive was achieved by converting a car
I have now ordered my engine Nanni 250 HE with TMC40 gearbox similar to beta 14 after many hrs m
Hello again this weeks blog concerns engine bearers with my new purchase of a Nanni diesel twin
May 17th, 2020 by
In 2001 the owners of A7 bought A109 Beltine for spares. A109 was subsequently broken up as can be seen in the photos. Coincidentally A7 was bought by an owner who usedRead More…
May 11th, 2020 by
We went Wild on Windermere! See what went on. How to take part Read the conversation below. Contribute using the form at the bottom of the page. Click on the ‘Subscribe’ linkRead More…
May 6th, 2020 by
Hello guys, been a while but using the warm weather I have been at work doing what I can. she started as loose tape on the deck and a little hole inRead More…
May 5th, 2020 by
We have recently placed five Fairey Marine promotional films on the ‘Videos’ page. These are entertaining and provide an interesting insight into sailing in the late fifties / early sixties as wellRead More…
Lovely video!
April 30th, 2020 by
Further to the investigations in what happened to A35 Scherzo after the Conservatoire International de la Plaisance closed down in the 1990s we have continued to search periodically. I came across thisRead More…
April 29th, 2020 by
We were saddened to hear at the beginning of last year that the long term owner of A76 Inshallah and A98 Beki had died. The owner had been restoring both boats inRead More…
April 26th, 2020 by
It is with a heavy heart that I offer A148, Johara for sale. I moved to the Isle of Harris with the intention of finally sorting her out but a combination ofRead More…
Dear David,Johara looks beautiful.I am looking for an Atalanta for family cruising (we alr
Hi, David My name is Ted i,am also looking for a boat i see you already have someone interested bu
Interested, but the journey will be a challenge. I take it that details are the same as they were:_
They are, I have two people interested to date and will keep you posted if that changes. For whoeve
Hallo Nick, could you please mark Johara as sold - Joanna has agreed to buy here and will collect wh
David - Congratulations on the sale. Joanna has got herself a lovely Atalanta.Joanna - Congratul
Hallo TedPlease forgive this intrusion but about 8 months ago you expressed interest in purchasi
April 22nd, 2020 by
Happy memories of A126 Apple The AOA were very glad to be contacted in April 2020 by an ex-owner of A126 Apple with a little bit of history and some photographs. HavingRead More…
April 20th, 2020 by
The Atalanta was designed with built in lifting brackets which enabled the boat to be lifted with the weight taken largely by the strong central bulkhead and keel structure. Two were boltedRead More…
April 4th, 2020 by
Robbie Thanks for highlighting this. A great shame. Petesark has been there for many years but look
Does the AOA know if anyone has considered salvaging parts from this specific boat already? And woul
Hi GeorgeIt ia good question. The question is whether there is an owner in the picture who wou
Just seen this thread. As a previous owner of both a Titania and a 31, I can confirm that there are
April 2nd, 2020 by
In 1958 the prize for Daily Express National Boat Show was an Atalanta! Specifically A70 Catalina! John Dixon kindly provided the cutting tin the photograph (much appreciated!) which triggered this post. TheRead More…
April 2nd, 2020 by
It is always a great pleasure to me as the Webmaster when members, ex-members, ex-owners or families of ex-owners send in material to add to the archive. This has included copies ofRead More…
March 10th, 2020 by
A65 Joann is for sale. A special Atalanta, Joann has a Titania coachroof ‘blister’ over the main cabin providing increased headroom there. She also has a standard Atalanta blister fitted to theRead More…
Hiya, i tried emailing but got no response. Still interested though if anyone has a personal contact
Hi BabsPlease keep trying. Hal, the owner, has turned his business in London over to collecting
Thanks Nick, its not a priority at this time for sure! Weather and enthusiasm getting the better of
March 10th, 2020 by
Given the unprecedented concern and coverage of the Covid 29 virus spread and the actions that are being considered by governments across the world, it only seems appropriate to outline the Association’sRead More…
Covid 19 - update 17th MarchAs I'm sure you are aware, durng the last 24 hours, there has been a
March 2nd, 2020 by
Storm Jorge didn’t manage to keep 22 of us from The Tamesis Sailing club, even passing through quickly so that we could bask in the sunshine during the AGM and lunch. TheRead More…
Thanks for organising the AGM. It was a good afternoon and useful for a boost of new knowledge abo
February 3rd, 2020 by
Noggin has had a great deal of work done in recent years by professional boatbuilder Alan Staley and the previous owner. She is wonderful condition, looking very smart and awaiting a freshRead More…
January 1st, 2020 by
Below is the text of an article published in the November 2019 edition of Classic Boat. It documents the special place which A1 Atalanta has in yachting history and the amazing restorationRead More…
December 22nd, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
December 22nd, 2019 by
I would like to apologise to all of our readers for the non-availability of the website in the past few days. A small change triggered some unexpected impacts on the site. IRead More…
December 12th, 2019 by
I have today received a reply from Norbert Fradin of the Musée Mer Marine at Bordeaux. He briefly states that he is, unfortunately not capable of giving us any information concerning theRead More…
Mark Many thanks for trying. It is a shame he doesn't know what happened to A35. I guess that mean
Many thanks Mark. Seems that there's little else we can do - but worth a try.Mike
December 9th, 2019 by
Colchide came out the water last week and I noticed that the rudder had some delamination cracks on the trailing edge. It has a 12mm central oak core and a further 12mmRead More…
I reckon the rudder needs attention. Has the crack penetrated deeper - splitting the layers, in whi
Hi Richard Interesting! As Mike says it would be important to understand why the gaps have appeared
I think this repair needs careful consideration!The delamination could lead to rudder failure un
Thank you for your thoughts Trevor. I have over 4 months before Colchide is going back into the wate
Thanks for your comments Nick.
Thanks for your comments Mike.
Uncle Bernard used Marglass only on the hull when he built Colchide from 1959 - 1960. The wooden bla
Richard Accoya sounds interesting. I had not really come across it before and it does look like a
Richard, I used accoya for Mourne Goblins toe rails it was easy to machine (better than sapelle) Ar
Here's an update on Colchide's rudder. It has been in our house for over a month, laying flat on ki
December 9th, 2019 by
Alan contacted us to enquire about the fate of A175 Inyoniamanzi (African for ‘Water Bird’). We were unable to provide much more information but Alan added some information to A175’s history. InyoniamanziRead More…
November 28th, 2019 by
UPDATED 28/11 after input from Hanneke Boon of Wharram Designs, including updates to Aku’s boat page Further to the article in November the December issue of Classic Boat includes an endorsement ofRead More…
November 27th, 2019 by
A number of you highlighted difficulties in adding photos to your blog entries. With apologies for it having been a bit messy I have now made it more reliable. Or should IRead More…
November 23rd, 2019 by
Bernard Blavier contacted the AOA in October 2019 to enquire of her whereabouts. (Connecting with ex-owners is one of the pleasures of the website). Bernard was the owner responsible for A35 beingRead More…
November 17th, 2019 by
After her first few months afloat for over 25 years Mike Dixon took A1 out of the water at the Orwell Yacht Club in the middle of October. Colchide, Richard James andRead More…
Mike, congratulations to this wonderfull piece of work - A1 looks great!!! I wish I could have there
November 7th, 2019 by
I hope you will have read the excellent series of articles by Mike Dixon about his restoration of the Atalanta prototype – A1 Atalanta. There are more to come but in theRead More…
November 7th, 2019 by
Subscriptions for 2020 are due by 1st January. At the 2019 AGM in March it was agreed to simplify our subscription rates. There is now a flat rate of £20 for allRead More…
November 7th, 2019 by
I can’t seem to get my photos to load, but I am under my second restoration of the awesome T6 Kittiwake. No major problems but some major projects. Mystery leaks discovered andRead More…
Hi Paul. I am sorry that you are having trouble with photos - email sent.Great to hear that Kitt
November 4th, 2019 by
Pilgrim is now ashore at Ullswater and owned by; John Hamilton Jr. , > Barrow in Furness Cumbria
John Thanks for letting us know about Pilgrim's relocation. Your address and details have been rec
October 29th, 2019 by
It started with a conversation at the Suffolk Yacht Harbour Classic Regatta in June this year. In the bar. Peter Smith, art editor for Classic boat was taking part with his 8-tonRead More…
Further to the article in November the December issue of Classic Boat includes an endorsement of the
October 6th, 2019 by
For those interested, A38 has found its way across Canada from North Bay Ontario to Saltspring island, British Columbia . A five day 4000km journey. Saltspring island will be it’s new home.
Harry,Hope all is well. I am going to be out at my sister’s in Sooke next summer - will there
September 1st, 2019 by
The Bulletin Editor is busy preparing to collate and format all of your articles for this year’s Bulletin. Tell us about your cruises, your modifications or anything you think other Atalanta OwnersRead More…
August 12th, 2019 by
Vic Carr, ex owner, had this letter published in the September edition of Classic Boat. The Secretary is getting touch with Classic Boat to connect with Vic. He is looking for photosRead More…
Great news - Richard successfully made contact with Vic.
August 7th, 2019 by
The final programme for the East Coast get together and race as part of the Regatta is now available. Check it out here It would be great to see as many ofRead More…
July 3rd, 2019 by
We were contacted by someone who was looking to help a friend dispose of an Atalanta. They did not know many details but provided the photos below. From this we were ableRead More…
July 1st, 2019 by
Why you should always add a biocide to your diesel fuel (see photographs)! The algal gloop formed a mat lying on the bottom of the tank. As there was a 3 cmRead More…
July 1st, 2019 by
I used to own a fairey fulmar, I think it is this one, mast replaced with an alloy one, a distinct modification was carried out to the center plate, it was Read More…
Hi Brian Thanks for the post. Its great to hear from an ex Fulmar owner!I believe that F53 ha
Classic Boat write-up in September 2019 referenced the Atalanta and had this picture of A89 sailing.
June 20th, 2019 by
New Styling, Pages and Navigation (menu) Options Yes, the website looks different. Responding to feedback we have tried to make it easier to find things on the website. In particular you willRead More…
June 13th, 2019 by
Bluster is now under an all-weather cover so it is possible to work on her even when the weather is not as fine as it should be. Many of the fittings haveRead More…
Jonathan Thanks for the update on Bluster's progress. Wow. I love your all-weather cover - very co
Nick, The deck-coachroof reinforcement is original, but only forward of the main bulkhead. It compr
JonathanInteresting! Thanks for the further info. That central join was shot on Helene too, b
May 26th, 2019 by
Hi Richard Thanks for this. Not a flattering angle for the bow, but great to see another image of a
What goes around, comes around Nick. Modern boats with their obsession with maximum beam have simila
Ah. Need more coffee!I have just looked again and can see that this boat DOES have a blister on
May 22nd, 2019 by
base camp established we are missing the magneto from the Coventry and need a model number we are also wanting all the sponge replicating
May 21st, 2019 by
The cold weather took a welcome break and the sun shone in Bristol on 11th May for our meet-up at the Underfall Yard in the Bristol Floating Harbour. There was a prettyRead More…
Superb article on the Underfall Yard event in Bristol. It was a fabulous day out. Thank you for org
May 21st, 2019 by
I saw A49 on ebay and I am bringing her home to restore.
Ray Apologies for the delay in publishing your post. Hard to tell from pictures but Terrapin doesn
April 11th, 2019 by
Work has started on Bluster’s major refit, now that the weather is warmer and dryer. I am starting to strip off the bits that have not been off for a long time,Read More…
I am very happy to see this. Hope to catch up sometime this year.
April 5th, 2019 by
Colchide went back into the water on a very cold 3 April 2019. Winter work included: Changing the impeller on the Farymann diesel Moving and greasing all 6 stainless steel keel pinsRead More…
Richard Looking great - I like the darker blue bottom. Interested to see her in the water hard on t
I should have mentioned our new keel box sealing idea, which was fitted exactly 2 days before Colchi
Hey - great thinking. Looking forward to reports of how this works at the end of the season. Guess
March 10th, 2019 by
March 4th, 2019 by
The 2019 AGM was a great success with 27 Members and friends attending the meeting and lunch. The Minutes, Secretary and Treasurer Reports will be published for Members in the Spring Newsletter.Read More…
February 28th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
February 21st, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
February 14th, 2019 by
I have had an update from Dennis Clarke on the progress of Julietta’s restoration. As often happens timescales for the work planned extended significantly but Julietta was finally prety much ready forRead More…
February 14th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
February 10th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
February 9th, 2019 by
A169 “Elle” (formerly Kerry Piper) Wooden Boom and mast rebuild 2018 Boom Boom rebuild was completed over the last week in August – see photos for work stages etc. Still a fewRead More…
ChrisWow! Great work. You make it look and sound so easy. And I love some of the 'extras' you
Here is a photo missing from the sequence showing the spreaders after fitting.
February 4th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
January 31st, 2019 by
Last year Peter Keightley bought A105 Taku Maru from John Ingleby with plans of visiting the Mediterranean via the French Canals. Peter has an excellent workshop for his preparations. There is apparentlyRead More…
January 30th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
January 29th, 2019 by
Although the wind, snow, rain and frost are still with us I am sure most of us are planning our Summer activities. Why not make room in your diaries to get togetherRead More…
January 28th, 2019 by
Clearing up the photos on my camera, I came across these. Alistair, I hope you don’t mind me posting them. Atalanta Mary was moved in November to a home out of theRead More…
January 22nd, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
January 7th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
January 6th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
Excellent work Mike. The trailer is as robust looking as Atalanta is curvy!I am fascinated by th
January 5th, 2019 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
December 30th, 2018 by
This is a post in the continuing story documenting the restoration of A1 Atalanta. See the overview and other posts by clicking on the staple-gun
Thanks for the tools list Mike. It has got me started.
Yep, really interesting and good to see larger scale repairs are possible.I have an A Souter pr
December 20th, 2018 by
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Wow Mike, respect. The work that I had to do on the keel assembly pales in comparison to what you ac
November 19th, 2018 by
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November 15th, 2018 by
Mike Wow! Amazing job and excellent write up! Inspiring.... Murray A87
superb work Mike! Just to start and keep going with all the challenges you faced and overcame. Makes
Superb write up Mike. Very inspirational.....am busy printing off some of your sections on tools and
November 13th, 2018 by
This page details all archive and website updates by the date they were made – scroll down to review. Feedback on the site and ideas for improvements are always welcome – pleaseRead More…
November 13th, 2018 by
The photos below were loaded in November 2018. These photographs were collected as part of the pjysical AOA Archive and are now being made available online.
November 11th, 2018 by
Winter Cover: Removed the waxed canvas cockpit tent for valeting; so have made up a new winter deck cover for A 169. NB: Article on making the cover will be in AOARead More…
Chris Love this cover. Bernard Upton had a similar cover for the foredeck which I think he used al
Spot on about the ridge-pole idea Nick. Pockets stitched into fore-deck section, but poles not in pl
November 10th, 2018 by
Peanut is based in Beaumaris, North Wales. Andrew Willat posted photos of her in 2017-18 on the Facebook group ‘Uffa Fox Designs‘. Peanut is far from standard with an extra mast andRead More…
August 28th, 2018 by
Nick contacted us to say that he had come across A48 Theodora in a barn in Dorset. It was not clear what the owner planned for her.
August 27th, 2018 by
August 23rd, 2018 by
In another demonstration of the benefits of the website we were contacted by someone who had come across Theodora in a barn in Dorset.She looks to be in reasonable condition.Unfortunately we hadRead More…
August 16th, 2018 by
After many years of being based at Ramsholt on the Deben and sailing the Thames Estuary with forays to Holland, France and Scotland (by trailer), Bluster has now moved to Scotland whereRead More…
July 30th, 2018 by
As part of her restoration Atalanta a1 has now received a shiny red Beta diesel. You will be able to read about the details of the installation in the future but inRead More…
Ah I believe this is the same as Mary's. I find it to be very reliable, even when running out of fu
July 26th, 2018 by
Reluctant sale, due to purchase of larger boat. A90 Mourne Goblin had a full rebuild 2000/2005 – see A90 Boat Page (detail requires site registration). Ashore on trailer West Yorkshire, offers aroundRead More…
July 26th, 2018 by
Photos covering the refit in 1990 and subsequent sailing across to Cherbourg on her first cruise. She was still powered by her Coventry Victor engine at this point. Subsequent photos cover herRead More…
Are you going back to the black "adam-ant" look, it is interesting but maybe a 90's thing. She cert
July 24th, 2018 by
Weather is too hot for scheduled epoxy work on A169 (renamed Elle). July had been set aside for epoxy cloth sheathing below WL and rebuilding the wood mast. The problem is thatRead More…
July 11th, 2018 by
A1 travelled from Market Harborough to Brightlingsea for Mark Butler, of James Lawrence sails, to measure her up for new sails. This meant Mike was able to prove his tow car, hisRead More…
July 11th, 2018 by
Major Robin Shinkwin was apparently the second owner of F8 “Iona”. The photo shows Him on A5 ” Diaphony” on a cruise down to St Malo, with my Father, myself and NigelRead More…
July 11th, 2018 by
Spotted in Marans near La Rochelle by no less than two local Fulmar fans ! Looking good, very good!
July 10th, 2018 by
A1’s keel plates and hoist have been completely refurbished. The lifting gear is of interesting design – the same principle was used in the production Atalantas but the original has cables inRead More…
Hi Interesting. Are the threaded rods fastened to the clamping plate? What keeps the water out. do
And this....
Oh, something’s gone a bit wonky with the website? [Webmaster - it did! Apologies. I believe it i
Hello Murray - apologies for delay in replying.A1's original keel support brackets and bolts wer
July 9th, 2018 by
A48 was launched as “ATALA” and was originally owned by John A. Strubbe FRIBA, his wife and children . Interestingly it was John who was responsible for the Black Night Rocket EngineRead More…
Welcome to the AOA and the website Mark. I love this photograph. I won't ask which child is you!
July 3rd, 2018 by
Mike’s new sails are to be made by famous sailmaker Jimmy Lawrence, of Brightlingsea. The loft insist on measuring the boat themselves. So all Mike has to do is get her toRead More…
July 3rd, 2018 by
Mike bought Kotora’s old trailer and heavily refurbished it. It is of an interesting design, quite different to others I have seen. It has central supports for the keel and a fore-and-aftRead More…
July 3rd, 2018 by
A1 Atalanta has been tucked up in her workshop for the last 18 months after rescue from a garden in Essex. Mike (Dixon) has achieved an amazing amount of progress in thatRead More…
Are you going to paint it canary yellow? But really it is brilliant I am sure we will have a hard t
June 17th, 2018 by
This is not really a News item but is recommending use of the Site Activity Feed to make sure you never miss a post, blog entry or comment on the site. ThisRead More…
June 15th, 2018 by
Back in the depth of winter my wife Lara announces that she is taking part with my eldest daughter in the annual diving club trip in ¨Rosas¨Read More…
SimonThanks for sharing your trip on the site. It is great to see photos of Solone on her new ha
Simon good to read about your trip are you going to add the distance to the round the world log on h
June 15th, 2018 by
I found these images of A104 Arosa whilst looking for something entirely different and thought they might be of interest.
June 7th, 2018 by
Hello! Is your boat still for sale please?Cheers Cameron O'Connor
May 29th, 2018 by
As part of the continuing transfer of the AOA archives online I came across this note from the RONA Trust about Moyra’s first owner Lord Amroy, and Moyra’s role in the Trust.Read More…
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A138 Sweet Sue picture in Guernsey 5th May 218
Good to see Sweet Sue afloat - thanks for posting Robbie. Another vertical lifting rudder I see!
Sweet Sue was featured in the 1985 AOA Bulletin article " by George Parker (hon. Sec.) "Atalantas in
May 3rd, 2018 by
Our Secretary Richard has been on his travels, sailing tupperware yachts and popping in on unsuspecting Atalanta Owners. Richard visited Chris Berry in Truro. Chris has taken on A117 Turtle – TurtleRead More…
Bah gum Chris....... that's a project and a half. Wish you every success.
I have just taken a look at the pictures of Turtle , what an undertaking , I can only take my hat
April 13th, 2018 by
Since the inception of the Association the annual AGM has been accompanied by a social gathering and meal. Between 1962 and 2010 this was held in the excellent St Ermins Hotel inRead More…
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The AOA60 quiz is now live – try your hand here
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Above: 100W “Fuji Wave” panel – delivers a high voltage with exceptional low light energy capture. Mid afternoon March last w/e measured input was 300V+.These are designed for commercial solar installations, butRead More…
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Today, the 5th March 2018, A86 was moved on her trailer and repositioned in the barn so that all round access was possible. Many thanks to Mike Dixon for coming to theRead More…
Bernard - fantastic progress. I have put you down for the East Coast Cruise and Race!It is grea
Bernard looking good just one thought when looking at how the mast is suspended just check that its
Hi DomThanks for your comments and advice. I checked the mast support out this morning and and m
I definitely have shed envy...What is your guess for hours pleasantly engaged in restoration. I
Just posted off AOA60 form to Hon Sec.....with new wardrobe ordered....
March 4th, 2018 by
Fairey Marine Yachts Collaborative Round the World Journey FMAOA Around the World Log
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The AOA is 60 Years Old in 2018 – join in our celebrations. The boats and the owners have lasted well! The Association will be marking the auspicious Anniversary with a seriesRead More…
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February 25th, 2018 by
These photographs relating to A110 Turnstone (now Trientje P, being restored in Germany) were kindly provided by Richard Salter. [One of the pleasures I get from the website is connecting previous AtalantaRead More…
February 21st, 2018 by
So I have finally got round to writing the final instalment of our journey from Isle of Man to Portsmouth. We had a fairly uneventful journey from Lizard to Portland Bill acrossRead More…
PaulWhat a great trip to look back on- all credit to you, your crew and Brother Jack. And thank
February 16th, 2018 by
The 2018 AGM was held at the Tamesis Sailing Club on the River Thames in Hampton Wick. It was an excellent day with a suitable mix of ‘business’ and pleasure, and theRead More…
Great photos and article Nick.
Great article -but the link for the Treasurer's report:"Members of the Association may read the
February 15th, 2018 by
See the Forum post for obituary of Barbara Calder, corinthian ex-owner of Terrapina. Quite a sailor and quite a character.
February 4th, 2018 by
A memorable time for the family which we did not regret.The tide was running out fast in the Zandreek. so we went aground not exactly where we would have wished!. No problemRead More…
Great photos. Thank you for posting them. They sum up so many of the attractions of the Atalanta -
Lovely post - the essence of Atalanta cruising
February 4th, 2018 by
Pictures of A128 Echo iin 1989 and 1990 kindly provided by Piers Beckett.
January 31st, 2018 by
Below is a story of a long distance affair between Peter Nicholls and A125 Polaris II in Mexico. 1960 Polaris moves to Mexico Fairey Atalanta hull no 128 left the Hamble worksRead More…
January 4th, 2018 by
A photo record of Bernard Upton building Colchide in 1958
Richard Great set of photographs - thanks for posting. Looks like a pain-staking job. That was qu
December 15th, 2017 by
COLCHIDE Bernard Upton bought an Atalanta kit, hull number 104, directly from Fairey Aviation, Hamble on 25 November 1958 for £2800 and had it delivered to Cambs. The hull was builtRead More…
December 12th, 2017 by
A16 Dervorguilla gets a makeover at Pin Mill. A Mark 1 Atalanta Devorguilla is still in remarkable condition despite her age. There are quite a few interesting differences: The aft-cabin is longer,Read More…
December 10th, 2017 by
Missed the bulletin deadline this year, so thought I would add this blog of the ongoing work on Kerry Piper A169. Working on the basis of KP launch in 2018, need toRead More…
Thanks for posting Chris, very interesting. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Chris Wow. You are cracking on. I like the boom tent. The raised legs for the horse and the lifting
The boom details did not load on the new version - so added again below:
December 9th, 2017 by
So today was the day that all the prep has paid off. I hope the colour gets the nod. When I stripped off the old black paint, I found some of thisRead More…
Wow she is looking good Nick a tad bit envious I have to say.Just trying to find a place where I c
December 9th, 2017 by
I thought I’d better drop in the latest news on the Zambra project, as it’s been a while. I’ve made some good progress over the last few weeks, including: Finishing all theRead More…
Looking good!
A huge well done to Nick Phillips for this new fantastic website.
Here here!
Well done Nick.....pretty awesome work... many thanks
November 26th, 2017 by
Christopher Perkins has put Noggin up for sale. She has had a great deal of work done by professional boatbuilder Alan Staley. Lying in Faversham, with an excellent trailer. Contact details christopher.perkinsRead More…
November 5th, 2017 by
So after a very long time sitting in Padstow and due to work commitments we made the final push get Brother Jack underway again and back to Portsmouth. We set out ourRead More…
October 31st, 2017 by
The culmination of work since acquisition from Derek Buckton in 2006… everything should work! Taka Maru stayed moored up for a week, during which it transpired the exhaust system needed repair, andRead More…
September 7th, 2017 by
Last week (of August), after several postponements due to inclement weather, KP’s scaffold shed was dismantled. The scaffolding has been reconfigured to provide a higher lift on the winched slings ready forRead More…
Hi Murray, Yes - planning to tilt in slings by attaching a secondary overhead hoist/sling
Hi Chris Are you going to tilt KP on her side to make it easier to sheath the bottom? inte
Thanks Nick - still a lot to do, but at least she is in the open. NB: Paint looks good in the pho
WOOHOO! Well Done Chris! She is looking great. You must be very pleased after all the hours a
August 15th, 2017 by
Made a cheeky visit to Brother Jack as it was my wifes birthday last week and she wanted dinner at Rick Steins’…. (Its a Malay thing)… We gave the engine a runRead More…
Ouch! Glad you noticed in time. They do say that Fish and Chips is bad for you ....
August 15th, 2017 by
So progress so far we have been running on motor since 11pm the previous night with a short 2 hour interlude the follwing day. We are making good headway at 6-7 knotsRead More…
August 15th, 2017 by
So after the false start first time round, myself and another 2 others set sail from Aberystwyth in the dead of night (11pm to be precise). First waypoint was Porth Mawr onRead More…
Paul Love the image of Brother Jack's track in Ramsey Sound. Looks very interesting!
August 13th, 2017 by
Its a pretty well worn path for Titania / Atalanta owners but its certainly a big adventure for us, family crew of five, including George 6, below, Jemima 10 and Freddie 9.Read More…
+1 on the photos. I hope you have a great time.
Jonathan What a fantastic adventure for you all. And Achates looks stunning - all credit t
July 24th, 2017 by
Hi All Sorry its been a while since I updated but suffice to say we have made progress to N Devon but since then progressed has stalled due to work commitments. AnywayRead More…
Good to see of your last adventure with Brother Jack. such bad luck. It's always the same with
July 20th, 2017 by
Deannie is available, free of charge, in the Lake District area, near the M6. The owners have entrusted the AOA to find a good home for her. Deannie has been under aRead More…
Sorry, has this boat been claimed yet?Regards Cameron O'Connor
Hello Cameron,The boat is still available.Are you interested?
July 11th, 2017 by
Firstly I would like to introduce myself to the members of AOA. My name is Simon and I am the proud new owner of yacht Solone. Back in May I began negotiationsRead More…
That rope looks handly for the canals. You look well placed for a short trip up to carcasonne.
July 5th, 2017 by
Photo: Ready for launching. Photo: Showing off Harrier’s curves!. Photo: Mooring at Salcombe. Photo: 6 knots to Salcombe. The new sails and clean bottom resulted in an easyRead More…
Thanks Nick, Harrier is looking in great shape and will have a busy summer of South West cruising. G
Yes-Hah! She floats. So pleased to see you afloat. Well done for all your work in her
First mouthful of the Elephant as Mike Dixon says, second bite was today.....many more to follow. Lo
Hi. Good to see A86 tucked up in the dry. And that is a nice big working space to
July 3rd, 2017 by
Helene had been professionally rewired before I bought her. There were one or two aspects I didn’t like, mainly that some of the cable routing was very visible, the sockets provided wereRead More…
June 22nd, 2017 by
Helene’s previous owner had invested in the hope of a return in silverware. Helene (3/4 rig, wooden mast) had been set up with new sails and gear for racing. This included leadingRead More…
June 12th, 2017 by
Sadly we watched the A99 Toco demise in 2017. She had been lying outside the owner’s house for many years. He had intended to restore her but never quite got started. TheRead More…
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May 30th, 2017 by
Reluctantly the owner of Hullabaloo has decided to sell as he is no longer able to use and maintain Hullabaloo. Basically in very sound condition Hullabaloo is offered for sale on eBay.
This Sold for £166. in 2017. mmm, Bargain.
May 25th, 2017 by
The keels, keel brackets and clamping plates all looked in excellent condition but I wanted to get them out to check. I got the boat in the air and prepared to removeRead More…
May 25th, 2017 by
The windows on Helene were very cloudy and needed replacing. There is a lot of excellent information in bulletins about how to replace them so I got stuck in. The only variationRead More…
May 13th, 2017 by
So during our trip around Anglesey was quite uneventful although we did witness an amazing sunset in the Irish Sea. The progress was slow going around Bardsey as we hit the tides wrongRead More…
Great to see! look forward to further updates.. Fair winds. Murray. A87
May 12th, 2017 by
So we arrived on a blowy Saturday morning to set off from Castletown with a view to reaching at least the North Coast of Somerset/Devon. This was slightly ambitious in hindsight nowRead More…
May 9th, 2017 by
A99 Toco has been scrapped and broken up. Seller badgersden10 has a number of parts including windows, sails, prop shaft, and fuel tank listed on eBay at present. At somewhat inflated prices.Read More…
May 3rd, 2017 by
Photographs of the cockpit tent installed on Hiran, which may be of interest to others.
April 30th, 2017 by
I adapted a methodology for lifting the boat off the trailer that I have used for other boats. It involves a cross-beam with a jack at each end. In the past IRead More…
April 22nd, 2017 by
The Association have contributed to an article in Classic Sailor about Atalantas this month. Dan Houston’s Classic Sailor magazine is an excellent publication – thoroughly recommended. Check it out at http://classicsailor.com.
April 2nd, 2017 by
Photo: T4 Brother Jack Lift in. Brother Jack about to get her backside wet after 6 months in the dry. Photo: T4 Brother Jack Lift in. Brother Jack aboutRead More…
Well heading back to the IOM for a few further days of completing the small jobs. So I will add s
Thanks Nick, and a further thanks for helping with the survey.
Paul Very exciting. She looks great too. Hoping to hear all about her and your tr
March 25th, 2017 by
Emma Duck was excellently looked after for many years by AOA members, and she retains many original Atalanta features, with some later additions attributed to an extended stay in the Med. SheRead More…
Hi do you still have emma duck for sale Thanks ray
Excellent news about Emma Duck's sale. We wish the new owner every success in getting her back on t
March 8th, 2017 by
Keith Viewing’s wonderful Solone is now for sale. Set up for serious cruising Solone is looking for new adventures. Invoices available for all works carried out. Solone has been laid up ashoreRead More…
March 3rd, 2017 by
Hiran is up for sale after over 30 years of ownership. Sale Details
February 14th, 2017 by
There are three Fairey Marine tenders to complement the Atalanta series of yachts. The Dinky This is an 8 ft long dinghy. Constructed in the same way as the Atalanta, hot mouldedRead More…
February 11th, 2017 by
Great news for Fred and the Association – Toco Axxx has a new home. We wish the new owner good fortune in the restoration and hope to follow progress over the comingRead More…
February 6th, 2017 by
Photo: A33 under trees. Photo: Michel straddling A33. Photo: A33 motoring with 5 crew. Photo: Michel and A33 in a lock. Photo: Michel and A33 under garden parasol.Read More…
January 31st, 2017 by
I have just finished updating the Salizanda blog following her successful re-launching and I have posted the link here. http://salizanda.blogspot.co.at/2017/01/salizanda-relaunched-3-august-2016.html I would be very pleased if members would look at it andRead More…
Hallo Bernard, I'm glad that you enjoyed my blog and found it useful. I'm now enjoying the fruits
I am amazed at what you have achieved with the restoration. Attention to detail, and perseverance on
January 29th, 2017 by
Great looking project - original hull/topsides finishing will certainly be a head turner!
January 28th, 2017 by
Photo: Electric motor installation 1. Electric motor components set up in situ to check all OK before final installation.
Hi Chri - I'm using the original 11x9 RH prop. I could have changed the pitch but it is simpler a
Hi Peter - what size prop and pitch are you running? Looks like the original 3 bladed from your b
Hi Chris - I've set mine as a 24v system rated about 2000rpm and had a 2:1 reduction but I'm chan
Hi Peter - Reduction is linked to the power curve of the motor i.e. rated rpm at around 2600 rpm
Nice installation Chris. Why did you decide on this reduction? What will be the shaft RPM and at
Chris, looking good. So tidy and so much room! Can't wait to hear how she performs.
Photos of initial electric motor setup.
January 23rd, 2017 by
The 2017 AOA AGM was well attended with 26 people representing xxx boats. We discussed…. We had a great lunch with much talk of adventures new, old and future. And so on
January 18th, 2017 by
In 2013 Alistair Rodger sailed A102 Atalanta Mary across The Channel to St Valery Sur Somme as the first part of a Mediterranean adventure. Alistair, Mojo the greyhound and Atalanta Mary spentRead More…
January 17th, 2017 by
Photo: IMG_1785. Photo: IMG_1787. Photo: IMG_1788. Photo: IMG_1789. Photo: IMG_1790. Photo: IMG_1791. Photo: IMG_1817. presure wash, looking better already. Photo: IMG_1818. Photo: IMG_1819. Photo: IMG_1820. Photo: IMG_1821. Photo: IMG_1822. Photo: IMG_1823. Photo:Read More…
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January 10th, 2017 by
Photo: IMG_1804. Photo: IMG_1803. William checking her out Photo: IMG_1799. Photo: IMG_1798. Photo: IMG_1797. Photo: IMG_1796. Photo: IMG_1795. Photo: IMG_1784. Into the workshop for a clean out Photo: IMG_1776. Photo: IMG_1759. Photo:Read More…
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Photo: Saloon – shelving and seat mod’s. Full length shelves added to each side of saloon. Fitted cushion back below shelves NB: These will be modified with a back panel to bringRead More…
December 20th, 2016 by
Photo: Kerry Piper- Nav station mod’s. Slide out chart table allows access to storage/quarter berth below cockpit seat. Formica top makes a usable extra work area for galley.
December 20th, 2016 by
Photo: Aft cabin refurb 1. The secondary bulkheads were made in two sections (top and base) Photo: Aft cabin refurb 2. Getting the cut-outs in the right place took all myRead More…
November 1st, 2016 by
Photo: 7 – Julie & Steve in Emma Duck’s Tender 1972. My children in the Duckling Dinghy. They spent many happy hours rowing this around the Marina and Canal at Sharpness inRead More…
October 13th, 2016 by
Hullabaloo spotted on ebay. Extract of ad here: Fairey Atalanta 26′ Yacht, possible unusual garden guest accommodation Air BnB, Up for grabs is my Fairey Atalanta A166 Hullabaloo, lying at Portland, Dorset.Read More…
Hopefully they will register as a new member - unless already one!
Auction ended early. Wonder who's bought her?
October 1st, 2016 by
In my previous blog I spoke of bringing Mary home because the maintenance backlog was exceeding holiday expectations. Well that kind of thing. So now Mary is in Suffolk Yacht Harbour underRead More…
Looking good Alistair. I like the new colours. Will you fitting torpedos?
I managed to take advantage of a break in the weather and primed. Now a light sand and the top
I went out on friday night and hopefully got to the end of the sanding of the hull. I took the
Ok the other thing I have been doing and it is hard work is skimming the hull. I sanded back th
Actually it isn't bad. The only thing I don't like is areas where there looks like tiny air bubbles.
Good to see the mast coming together. Be very interested to see how the Awlwood MA lasts. Is it
This weekend I stripped the mast back.. it was crazing and mold was growing underneath it in ot
September 10th, 2016 by
FINALLY 🙂 Salizanda was finally re-launched on the 3rd August. There is still lots to do but after 14 years it was a wonderful moment. She sails like a dream even thoughRead More…
Hi John, I will try to get something together, pretty busy right now as you might imagine. Thanks
Thanks Nick, I'm just off to the boat but I will try to get some other pics together and post the
Well done Peter! Salizander looks absolutely gorgeous in your photos. Will you post some d
Peter What a fantastic looking Atalanta you have crafted. She looks stunning and I love the town veh
September 10th, 2016 by
So it with great pleasure that I have taken on an Atalanta Titania (T4). I am still looking into the history of her and previous owners and names (Gellie,Katya and currently BrotherRead More…
Thanks for the pictures David Mike I am sure I will have 1 million and 1 questions at some
Nice!. I have some pictures from 2010 when we were visiting my sister in Anglesey (she and her
Hello Paul - great boat! I owned her for over 10 years (as "Gellie"). Don't hesitate to get i
Great pictures and I also look forwards to updates on progress. T12, based at Plymouth, is
Excellent, look forward to your updates on progress. Murray A87
You can ask Nick Phillips A124 for a copy of T4's page giving all details of her history and good lu
September 10th, 2016 by
A1 was moved to Market Harborough, via Martin Bennet’s field, using Colchide’s trailer. A masterclass in lifting an Atalanta.
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I have driven past Genoa and La Spezia a number of times and although the west of Genoa has some beautiful driving roads. Well they were before they filled them with carsRead More…
Cor, it were 'ot! And brilliant blagging skills of Alistair got us a prime spot at Porto Venere. T
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We , and I say we, because our Nick joined me, had a delay before we could get into the water. So we spent the day in Florence drinking stupidly expensive beerRead More…
August 15th, 2016 by
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July 26th, 2016 by
The wonderful A17, Gambol, is for sale. Gambol has had much work done by Simon Garrett and is in great condition. Asking Price £9,350 Currently Lying Under Cover a Few Mins FromRead More…
June 23rd, 2016 by
I am going to need your help here. It has become evident that I should bring Mary home. When I visited on the 20th June (2016) you could see this view fromRead More…
Well Mary is now back in Suffolk Yacht Harbour. If it wasn't for the weather I would like be wo
On an incredibly dull note 'midst all the excitement, you are suffering from paint incompatibilit
Thanks Chris, I must say I am impressed by the generosity of association members ;-) But
I used Land Rover hire/trailer company (Tridenttrailers.com) to bring KP back from Belgium wh
That makes sense now! I think you also understand why I bring Calista home every time.
Ah, yes sorry, that vital piece of information. Bob, the boat transport company, is goin
Sorry you have totally confused me now! I am not sure how that works. Is a boat tr
Ok things are starting to take shape. I have gone with using Bob at fen boat transport. Proba
Alistair To answer your points in order: I think that the closer you can ge
Thanks Trevor, I hoped you would reply to the post rather than the email. I have asked and
This is really a reply to a message that Alistair sent to me via the website message facility. Si
June 23rd, 2016 by
As you will know from Nicks posts I have had a cover made for Mary. As described by the Pisa Marina owner ‘she is beautiful’. It fits remarkably well considering it wasRead More…
Alistair It looks great in place! And much better without the pulpit in the way!
That would be great thanks
Hi Paul, I will send Janet's details privately. I will say no cover is cheap but I think it is worth
Hi I have just joined the group as I am in the midst of purchasing "Brother Jack (T4)" fro
June 20th, 2016 by
Photo: F53 Pilgrim 001. Photo: F53 Pilgrim 002. Photo: F53 Pilgrim 003. Photo: F53 Pilgrim 004. Photo: F53 Pilgrim 005. Photo: F53 Pilgrim 006. Photo: F53Read More…
June 13th, 2016 by
Atalanta A1 was the very first ‘prototype’ Atalanta. She is smaller than the Mark 2 and 3 but has all of the same features – twin keels, centre cockpit, blister and soRead More…
Am I correct in suggesting that she has less of a compromise for accomodation? The bow looks th
June 12th, 2016 by
Photo: 2014 A1 – 1 of 28. A1 had been stored near St Osyth for many years. The owner had died and the Association began to look for a new owner toRead More…
June 1st, 2016 by
Photo: Atalanta Mary’s new cover – fitting review on Helene.
Janet - the dress maker in question is going to make a few alterations. I hope to post pictures
Its amazing how the camera lies ;-))
Great looking cover- just the job for Mary in the Med. NB: Helen's hull finish - like a polished
Unlike the Emperor's new clothes, Atalanta Mary's new all over cover is looking tremendous.
May 18th, 2016 by
Colin has been in touch with the current owner Eles Ellis who is very anxious to get rid of her and has offered the boat for no payment! The original fully illustrated post by JohnRead More…
April 2nd, 2016 by
There has been progress – the decks are repaired, filled and primed.
That's the plan! All good in Whitstable!
Nick Great to hear from you and news about Zambra. Hope all is well with you and the famil
March 6th, 2016 by
Photo: Kerry Piper – Table project. Further detail to the bulletin article. Provides a functional foldaway table note the slide stop and support peg for full deployment. NB: Also – short midRead More…
February 18th, 2016 by
Mick Doyle kindly contacted us about A136 Amsara, which is in a boatyard in Portchester. The current owner had started work on her. There is more to do, and apparently she willRead More…
Jason Romer has been in touch again. He needs to pass Amsara on as soon as possible. If he
Update - August 2016 Jason Roamer who owne Amsara has been in touch and is keen to
February 16th, 2016 by
Photo: A5 lower pintle. Photo: Diaphonys new lower rudder pintle. Photo: Diaphonys new mast step A4 stainless steel. Photo: Diaphony A5 Cherbourg. Photo: Diaphony A5 1956.
February 6th, 2016 by
Beef this up – more recent history, plus maybe subscription over the years…. The AGM/Dinner held at St Ermin’s Hotel, Caxton Street, London, on a Saturday in January, is held in aRead More…
February 1st, 2016 by
Photo: Photo of T4 Brother Jack. Sir, We struggle with computers.T4 Brother Jack is a serviceable boat, there are allways jobs to do when the weather bucks up,but can be put inRead More…
Keith Great to hear from you and see your photos. Lets hope for good sailing and maybe
January 21st, 2016 by
Photo: Theodora 2. Theodora was towed in by the lifeboat during the race at the 50th anniversary. She had repeated problems with engine overheating during that trip form and to Hull. Read More…
January 7th, 2016 by
After leaving Bosa I decided the next overwintering would be Pisa. I would go up the eastern side of Corsica and head to the mainland. I think the distances around Sardinia wereRead More…
December 5th, 2015 by
We have had an enquiry through the website about the whereabouts of Theodora. John Black who used to own her would like to hear how she is fairing. The last owner weRead More…
Hi. Simon - thanks for the response. I should have updated this thread as I have now bee
Remember Diaphony sailing along side Theodora ,When owned by George Weller,Paul Sharphouse ,Ray Herm
Simon She has changed hands since then Simon. To the best of my kno
I thought Theodora was in Hull was in need of restoration back in 2005
December 4th, 2015 by
Photo: A89 winter lift-out. Photo: A89 winter lift-out. Photo: A89 winter lift-out. Photo: A89 winter lift-out. Photo: A89 winter lift-out.
December 4th, 2015 by
I took A89 Colchide out of the water for winter a few days ago, accompanied by East Coast Rep- Nick Phillips and Martin Bennett. They were surprised how small A89’s prop is.Read More…
Hi Richard - When I swapped the 3 blade for a folding 2 on Jaunty picture of prop below (from Jau
I am not sure that the three bladed propeller will make that much difference to the boat speed
November 26th, 2015 by
Ahamkara is a custom built Atalanta – see details here and also here – lying at Benfleet, Essex. Maree Ellis is keen for her to go to a new home. Please contactRead More…
Is this boat still for sale?
November 2nd, 2015 by
Hello fellow members, After 2 seasons sailing A89 COLCHIDE back in the UK, it is obvious that she is over-canvassed for UK conditions. Uncle Bernard specified and fitted an oversize genoa, asRead More…
I found this to be a good reference, though I have not checked the numbers.
September 12th, 2015 by
Photo: Bastia. We just do it for the photos Photo: Fornelli Straight. Coming up from Alghero you can pass through this straight between Sardinia main land and the Isola Piana, below IsolaRead More…
I like it - nice photos, sail on sailor.
That's a very elaborate mooring rope system you have on Mary ......
September 6th, 2015 by
Well I have finally managed to put Mary back in the water and I think the plan is basically to find my way home. The distances here are too great and theRead More…
I arrived at arnovecchio yesterday after a good day on the foresail. They have lifted Mary out and s
I spent last night on anchor but in the early morning the wind rose and the anchor alarm went off. I
In Elba now motored all the way after getting a jump start this morning. The sea was high but not ma
I had mixed weather reports but the captainerie, whilst dealing with a large "bateaux poubelle" that
Sounds like its all coming together. Big hop coming up? Glad you found a place for the
I got the numbers in from Pisa it works out at about € 165 a month on the hard. But then it is in
Oh, I am heading north and hope I can get a reasonable price for winter. If not I might need to borr
From isola rossa I hauled to Puddu just south of maddelena to catch up with a friend. He had trouble
Trips far. Bosa to cala tramarigilo then stintinto through the frenalli passage and then up to cala
August 6th, 2015 by
Evening All. I have successfully had A115 lowered on to her new trailer and moved from Warrington down to her new home in Stone in Staffordshire, where I can really get going withRead More…
Robbie, good to see your photos and look forward to following your progress! Murray
June 28th, 2015 by
Photo: A89 off Harwich. Photo: A89 in the north sea. Photo: A89 in the River Orwell. Photo: Orwell. Photo: North Sea. Photo: Formation with Sadler 29. Photo:Read More…
Looking very good Richard!
June 18th, 2015 by
Took some pix of Colchide yesterday when you sailed past Sandack on a mooring near Clamp House, Ipswich. Will send them if you let me have an email address. We had alreadyRead More…
May 20th, 2015 by
The engine was not in bad condition but needed a tidy and paint up. Some of the ancilliaries and pipework were a bit untidy. I removed the cockpit floor and the engineRead More…
May 15th, 2015 by
The join between the deck and blister was distressed at the forward end. Upon investigation it was clear that the laminated ‘quadrant’ in this corner was delaminating and there was evidence ofRead More…
May 10th, 2015 by
The foredeck didn’t seem too bad away from the Blister (coachroof). However on investigation it transpired that the top veneer was breaking up in a few areas, particularly in the corners onRead More…
May 5th, 2015 by
The decks appeared to need some paint. Sadly on investigation it turned out that areas were delaminating and that the stern deck on the starboard side had been badly repaired in theRead More…
April 30th, 2015 by
So, after much knuckle scraping, seized bolts and antiquated parts, she’s running again. Here’s a video: http://youtu.be/V6PNkCOqNio And a pic above. Decks are now all repaired, sanded and new woodwork is goingRead More…
April 30th, 2015 by
I bought Helene in 2007 expecting to do some light renovation of the decks and then get sailing. I got her home and started the work. And then I made my firstRead More…
April 10th, 2015 by
Photo: new keel box seals. I managed to get new blocking plates made by a local carpenter. By all accounts a good man. These are made of azobe which reminds me ofRead More…
April 10th, 2015 by
We’ve finally got the engine stripped down, and I’ve ordered some various parts. Amazingly, Perkins still sell most of what I needed! But, it turned out the heat exchanger was too corroded,Read More…
Ahoy ! Bit late now but having worked on a pair of 4/107's with the possibility of termina
It certainly puts my little repair into perspective...
March 30th, 2015 by
Today we’ve stripped out the thrust bearing and drive – it looks like an old Aquadrive sort of affair, with two universal joints, a thrust bearing and a 4″ hub connecting toRead More…
March 27th, 2015 by
We’ve nearly stripped the whole boat now, and found a few ‘nasty’ bits of rot, but some other bits are really looking much better! And it won’t be long till we startRead More…
Keep going Nick it will be well worth the time and effort, though I must admit she's a bit bigger
February 3rd, 2015 by
So, having a forklift definitely helps this process, especially with the weight of a Perkins 4-107 with hydraulic gearbox. And, the excellent design of the Atalanta meaning the engine lifts out vertically!Read More…
Hi Nick, I think we might just make it this year! It does help having some willing helpers, espec
Nick - looking good. Impressed you are finding the time amongst your growing family ;-)
The boxes in the 26 form the cockpit drainage. Most are covered with open wooden grid to prevent lar
They are closed, but this is an A-31 so there are quite a few different bits. Even so, the engine
would the 4.107 have been a large engine both physically and in HP for the atalanta?
February 2nd, 2015 by
Photo: Aft deck repairs collage 1. Aft deck rebuild – top section repairs. Weather very cold for epoxy gluing, but Tilly paraffin pressure heater and a pressure lamp gave the deck enoughRead More…
January 29th, 2015 by
When I first took ownership of Zambra, she looked fantastic (above). But, as many of you might well be aware, with an Atalanta, beauty can be skin deep! So, inRead More…
Quite right, I mean 'highly skilled wooden boat restoration team'...
Hope they don't mind being called Wood Monkeys,pretty offensive I think.
Looking good lucky to have undercover storage.
January 9th, 2015 by
Seven days to go at 9th January 2015 Judging by the stub extension below the keelboxes, I believe this to be A137 Baby Seal, based near York. Too bad about the foredeck.Read More…
Another Alalanta 26 on Ebay this week
Peter Burn got in touch with me, his phone number is 01439 788030. (The latest Yearbook is incorr
questions asked about A137. If it is A127 the engine should be the Lister diesel SE. Last kno
Ahoy !For instance the one shot that shows a very large repair has the planks running longit
How about some input ? What has been history ? Condition ? Engine ? A
NB The first line of the above blog post is a link to the eBay entry. John
John I cant find the listing - can you either quote the title or the item number.
January 4th, 2015 by
Tim previously wrote from USA to say that he had reluctantly decided to break up A31/8 “Trio of Playford”, after trying unsuccessfully to sell her as a potential restoration project to othersRead More…
December 30th, 2014 by
Asking Price £9,350 Currently Lying Under Cover a Few Mins From J17 M6 Part 1 registered, Gambol is on the National Small Boat Register Database No 2155 3/4 Rig Yanamr 2GM20FC with BrandRead More…
December 12th, 2014 by
A104 For Sale ‘Click’ on a photo for a slideshow.
November 27th, 2014 by
Complete boat and trailer. Been standing for 3 years at Kings Lynn 6 x excellent sails. 4 clocks on hatch for speed, depth, wind, lean. The mast wasRead More…
well if the new owner doesn't want to fit "an ageing petrol engine" (lol) I would love it for CYN
Yes it is, and in bench tested condition too!
IS that a Coventry Victor?
November 26th, 2014 by
Lying Michigan, USA Contact George Wietor email: wietorg at yahoo.com Tel: 616 452-1021
November 26th, 2014 by
Peter and Ian Brook have an unfinished A31 hill (number 13) and a donor boat in A31-7 Moby Dick. Peter Brook 020 8950 1313 See details of Moby Dick on her boatRead More…
November 26th, 2014 by
Tim Arnold is selling Trio of Playford. tw.arnold at gmail dot com 07960148158 See further details on this post
November 14th, 2014 by
Fulmar F53 Pilgrim is for sale at Stonehaven, Gairlochhead. She’s in good order, fitted with new Beta 10hp diesel, which has been run in for 180 hrs. New keel bolts with greaseRead More…
October 31st, 2014 by
Photo above: Exterior hull repair collage. Starboard quarter repair – veneer replacement, work in progress. Photo: Aft cabin stb’d new frame section 2. Lower part of new stb’d frame butt joinedRead More…
October 1st, 2014 by
This blog covers a 2 1/2 week holiday I spent in Sardinia working on Mary. Before reading this look back at the condition of Mary when I sailed out of Portland inRead More…
Coachroof looks good!
September 14th, 2014 by
Trying to complete as much of the epoxy /veneer repair work before the colder weather arrives. Added below some pic’s of the the aft cabin repairs to the extensive dry rot. TheRead More…
August 31st, 2014 by
Photo: P1010092. Another image in Chichester,A15 again. Photo: P1010086 (5). Photo: P1010093. A15 in Birdham pool July 2014 Photo: P1010093. A15 in Chichester harbour returning from the classicRead More…
Yes, interesting straight aft sheer.
I recall many years ago that you had a different rudder system and you have raised the level of t
Does anyone know the process that created the raised aft section, how was it achieved. It makes such
Joe is something of a craftsman. Having made a model of the proposed modifications to judge how it
August 27th, 2014 by
A72 rondar was once sailed by RAF personnel in Singapore and Cyprus, sadly now neglected and for sale. Details and photos here: http://www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/uffa-fox-fairey-atalanta-26ft-sailing-boat-yacht-for-full-restoration/1078643546 Contact Hal Gillilan on 07527531744
August 12th, 2014 by
Photo: Collage – transom and cockpit drains.
August 12th, 2014 by
Photo: Fwd bulkhead and galley repairs.
August 12th, 2014 by
Photo: Collage – keelboxes and aft bulkhed.
August 12th, 2014 by
A few photo’s of restoration work (so far) for A169 Kerry Piper. Apologies for the pick and mix collages, I will be posting a more complete record of the ongoing restorationRead More…
Good work!
Thanks for posting the photos Chris
July 15th, 2014 by
Ballindean to Kilmelford
July 1st, 2014 by
A148 has been beautifully restored by her owners, Terry and Jackie Wetherilt who very sadly decided to put her up for sale following their move up to Scotland: Contact Terry & JackieRead More…
June 24th, 2014 by
Having replaced the CV Midget on A49 with the larger engine, I followed the original Midget exhaust line through the aft cabin using fabricated S/S injection exhaust stubs feeding into highRead More…
David I would not move the exhaust skin fitting if that was what you meant. Wherever you p
June 11th, 2014 by
Photo: imagejohara. Photo: Johara A148. Photo: Johara A148. Afloat at Sandwich Marina Photo: Johara A148. Going in Photo: Johara A148. On new mooring Oare Creek near Faversham KentRead More…
May 24th, 2014 by
Unfortunately health issues are preventing Bill getting Gellie sorted out after her disaster last year in the gales. She needs a new mast, some rigging and some repairs to the coach workRead More…
Ahoy ! Are we getting anywhere with pics of damage ? Are we in contact with owner ?
Ahh ! Total is 8. Anyone taking pictures ? Jim
Scrolling up I see: Scrolling back up this page: 1. Reply by
I see I have had 8 replies according to your 'hit' indicator but in fact I have seen none.
Ahoy A plan ! Before I start sharpening my adze can we have some photos, lots, part
What a fine offer Jim.. It is quite a way for me to drive to get there. But I am happy t
Jim, What a fantastic offer, and I do hope Gellie's owner takes it up! From the sound of i
Hi ! Lest I be misunderstood, happy to take on restoration on a 'gift' basis. Would pay tr
She's located at silvers yard opposite side of Gare Loch to Rhu marina. Due to the amount of work re
Where is she now? I am happy to put some work in too. Might I suggest a kind of repair party!
Free home offered ! Jim
I visited Gellie last week on the hard shes in a sorry state with a number of holes in the rear d
Gents, may I enquire what happened to Gellie, was she repaired and hopefully now sailing again? Out
Hi Richard Gellie was rescued by Ian Pollard who has been restoring her in between work commitments
Thanks Nick, excellent to know she's on the mend. Another Pollard..... not many of us around!I'
May 20th, 2014 by
A71 was bought by Lisa and Terry Greatrix. Terry’s brother had owned Blue Jackaroo earlier in her life and he helped Lisa and Terry restoration A71 to he former glory. Lisa andRead More…
May 14th, 2014 by
Just received this message from Bill Johnston, owner of A31/4 Gellie: URGENT APPEAL You may remember me as the owner of A31/4 “Gellie” Unfortunately health issues are preventing me getting Gellie sortedRead More…
May 10th, 2014 by
Just heard from Tim that he’s sold T12 Tily-Ho to what sounds like a very good home, so hopefully we’ll see her afloat again before very long.
April 18th, 2014 by
As you may remember I managed to damage the bubble just forward of the hatch. After damaging and repairing the hatch itself. This repair scared me far more as a hash jobRead More…
Finally Last week (April) I booked a couple of days off and went down by myself. I can sleep on
My wife and I spent a week in February in Sardinia with the intension of me fixing the hole. I
April 17th, 2014 by
Calista will be spending May and June sailing in the Adriatic. The plan is: Leaving Pembrokeshire on Easter Monday, driving through the channel tunnel, Germany and Austria to launch on 25/03/14Read More…
I can confirm that all went to plan this time and that Calista is now on her mooring in Milford H
Just a brief update: We arrived back at San Georgio de Nogara last Friday, and Calista was
Monday 16th June. Sitting with Derrick near internet connection while rain stops and sun comes up. D
Sunday 15th June. (Struggling with predictive text a bit! Yesterday she read 'Motored out of anchora
Saturday 14th June. Moored out if anchorage then set sail in light winds to return under the bridge
Friday 13th June. Despatched photo of all 4 of us at Omisalj and fill water tanks before setting off
Back to 12th June when Dom and arrived at Omisalj around 1pm & enjoyed some beer... After lunch we s
Monday 16th June. We moored in Crest marina yesterday afternoon and enjoyed a shower followed by exc
Dom and I met these two unusual characters in a bar on the waterside at Omisalj in Croatia:
It is just over a week since Beth left us, and we have been slowly working our was NW again. Our
Looking forward to joining you soon hope weather settles down I can get wind and rain in Scotland!
Saturday 10th May Derrick Ardron (A100) and Beth arrived on board mid-mo
Firstly a bit of a confession about using the blog facility on the AOA website. I started out edi
2nd May We drove to Split airport (which is actually near Trogir) in the mornin
I guess that a new Discovery 4 is on your wish list now! Great photos - hope you get a bit
Calista finished her journey to the travelhoist in style!!
I can now add some details on the trip so far. Firstly it was all going really w
Update 29/04/14 Well it is a long story! Range rover blew the radiator up on the M25.
Have a good trip! looking forward to hearing about your adventures..
Well, I wish you a good journey. I hope you have your European health insurance card and even m
17/04/14 Continued Calista is now ready to go!
April 15th, 2014 by
Photo: 2014-04-13_off_to_sea. A89 Colchide decked out ready for towing to Ipswich for her first sniff of sea since 1979. Photo: Colchide launch. Anti-foul was appliedRead More…
I am sure that Bernard will be thrilled. Colin A95
Looking good Richard only problem is Karen wants to know why Mourne Goblins paint work doesn't look
Well done Richard, I hope to see you visiting Erith Yacht Club soon. A trip up the Thames is wo
Colchide is looking great, I hope that you will be able to make the East Coast Race.
I like the cut of your jib.
Thanks Timothy. I have now removed the huge old Genoa pictured, as although it was ideal f
I have been meaning to comment for a while. She is indeed very pretty and looks immaculate
February 12th, 2014 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Plans For Winter Home – Real Men only Reference In Case of extreme Emergency after The Event! Winter 2013. Photo: A17 Gambol Frames Being Made on Garage FloorRead More…
February 1st, 2014 by
Photo: A17 Gambol On The Ferry June 2013 – Who Says Cossing The Channel Is Difficult (Question Mark). Photo: A17 Gambol Approaching Arromanches in Mulberry Harbour B June 2013. Photo:Read More…
January 17th, 2014 by
Photo: Check on Mary. I went back to check on Mary as I wasn’t there when she was hauled out. Although I was warned about the possibility of poor storage the peopleRead More…
If you use composite staples to fasten the new veneers they can just be sanded off after it cures
It looks like the hole is close to a joint between the outer veneers and the veneer is short, so
January 13th, 2014 by
Tim Arnold writes: “Dear Atalanta Enthusiasts,We are regretfully disposing of A31 “Trio” Restoration is beyond our capacity. It is lying in Austin TX on a very substantial 3 axle trailer.Before it isRead More…
I have a 3/4 ton truck that is up to the task of towing Trio from Texas to my property in New Ham
I could haul this from Texas to New Hampshire in the Spring if he can hold on that long. A few ye
Kingstown Shipping quoted in the region of £3,200 for ro-ro on the trailer, from Galveston, TX t
Seems a shame as so much work appears to have been done, have you any idea why Tim has decided its b
There is a complete A31 shell available in the UK, for details apply to the Hon. Sec. if interest
Is it possible for contact to be made with Boating Magazines in America and Canada and make an ap
December 30th, 2013 by
A87 is now in the new shed at home and we are planing some serious progress on her in 2014! After more than five years in a rented shed we wereRead More…
A steel gantry such as the one from northern tool would be handy no doubt. A bridle for use with
Murray What about this:
With the gantry/travel lift it could also be possible to hang the boat from its designed li
An idea could be a gantry/travel lift with fore and aft adjustment between the uprights. It would
Looks great skipper, I'm looking forward to serious progress in 2014 too. You might consider ch
Good to hear about Methusaleh's continuing journey and all the best for the continuing work.
December 17th, 2013 by
It has occurred to me (after my gearbox issues) that it might be good to share projects being tackled in real time as it’s very likely that others may be contemplating or tacklingRead More…
December 17th, 2013 by
Finally last Friday my replacement exchange PRM 150 hydraulic gearbox (needed because the original feathering prop on Gambol is left handed & the Yanmar 2GM20FC I re-engined Gambol with from my previousRead More…
November 13th, 2013 by
Photo: vela coperta (3). Now she has been washed down there is little antifoul left. Photo: vela coperta, Nautica Pinna, Bosa Sardinia.. Obviously a bit concerned about the shroud bars eatingRead More…
October 18th, 2013 by
Photo: A89 side. Photo: A89 rear quarter. Photo: Anyone for tennis (2). Photo: A89 at winter camp. Photo: A89 almost home. Photo: Bernard takes his own photo.Read More…
September 28th, 2013 by
Photo: Rare view of mary. I went up the mast of another Cruising Association boat to help feed an halyard.
Nice photo skipper.
Great photo very jealous
September 25th, 2013 by
Photo: Alghero – making do. I guess it is not to compete with a fast cat but getting the most out of what you have. Up early in Alghero for a 20Read More…
It's tough to get the best boat speed using a spinnaker on this heading but it is fun sailing.
September 18th, 2013 by
Photo: The clouds before the Mistral.. Photo: Golfe de Porto Novo. Corsica, only two other yachts there. I put down two anchors as it was still a bit windy. This isRead More…
September 15th, 2013 by
Photo: portside. very good condition Photo: Head & mainsail. used but in good condition Photo: Head & Mainsail. Photo: Head & Mainsail. Photo: Head & Mainsail. Photo:Read More…
September 5th, 2013 by
Photo: Tough times in isola rossa. Photo: Tough times in isola rossa. Photo: Tough times in isola rossa. Photo: Oops. I managed to bend the anchor testing it forRead More…
September 4th, 2013 by
As far as I knew only one Atalanta situated in The Netherlands. Found a second one, the A81. No rigging and in a bad shape. The owner told me that he wasRead More…
September 2nd, 2013 by
Robert Handley-Fairbairn writes: An update, to say Turtle A117 is still available, so make me an offer. I could break her for 500 and keep the trailer, but I would hate toRead More…
August 21st, 2013 by
A most unusual Atalanta Mariana and I visited Maree Ellis aboard “Ahamkara” which her father Jack Ellis built from Atalanta 26 plans between 1961 and 1966. For the last 15 years “Ahamkara”Read More…
August 14th, 2013 by
Photo: Corsica. I have arrived after an epic 36 hour haul on the motor today but a good 4 hours on spinaker yesterday. What a forgiving boat that can let you playRead More…
Now you have something in common with Sir Francis Chichester, I believe he lost the tip of a fing
There are a few of those here but I am usually keen on a swim or a bucket wash, thanks for the of
On our Atalanta we set up a car with wheels on each leg of the split part of the backstay, the wh
Great photos - what a trip. I notice the boom arrangement for the main sheet in this photo. My boat,
It is part of the boom reefing it is galvanised steel with two tuffnal wheels that hold the boom. It
Many thanks for that - sorry to keep asking questions but does the clamping sheet pulley replace tha
Ahhhh yes, it's becoming clearer now. My boat was was converted to a fixed point reeling system with
August 6th, 2013 by
Photo: Med. I will update the blog soon as I am expecting bad weather. 50km winds. I am anchored in harve de morgiret on the iles du frioul near marseille. Read More…
Do what you can to stay safe.
August 6th, 2013 by
Here are some more pictures of A89 Colchide in Norfolk. I have some questions: 1. Should I open the foreward hatch a few inches and leave the top washboards out to encourageRead More…
Re boat storage/workshop solutions - finally after what seems like years in the planning A87's pu
Thank you to Colin, Chris, Dom, Timothy and Trevor for all your advice so far. Trevor - A8
As an alternative boat storage/workshop solution, you may consider a scaffolding tent. This can
Just a thought on storage Ive found it almost impossible to work on the boat when its outside dur
Glad you managed to get her back safely as far as port holes concerned I believe Colin has a moul
It isnt surprising that the plastic has crazed after 50 years or so. When replacing them it is wo
Attached is a photo of the frames and plexiglass off A77. The articles that Trevor suggests are
You really must open the ends of the tarpaulins to allow air to circulate as Colin suggested.
You'll be fine for the winter, plenty of slope to shed the rain & snow. Keep the bilge dry. t
Open both the ends of the cover to let a flow of air through and YES to question "1".
August 2nd, 2013 by
I am delighted to announce that A 89 COLCHIDE returned to the UK today, after 50 years on the Mediterranian and in Switzerland. She was picked up by Bob and Maria ofRead More…
Robbie, now that I've learned from Trevor that there exists an old article or technical paper on
great pictures. What a smart looking vessel. I would like to get my hands on some addition
Sharp lookin boat Skipper, best of luck with the tidy up work. You might consider a company lik
Richard a historic moment and my sincere wishes to your future enjoyment of Bernard's pri
July 28th, 2013 by
Photo: Clean Cockpit looking Astern. Photo: Clean Cockpit looking Forward.
July 23rd, 2013 by
Photo: 100_2188. Parked on road just past driveway. Realized that there were sections of the driveway narrower than the trailer track width. The problem is that one side of the narrow bitRead More…
Hi Colin, Yes the transom needs work. I replaced it in the late 80's and it is not that daunting
David, I am out of contact a little but note that the Transom looks a little unhappy. Go
July 16th, 2013 by
Replaced most of outer keel in A77, Blue Goose. It was necessary to plane off 10 to 12 mm to get to solid mahogany. I used resorcinol from Aerodux that CP AdhesivesRead More…
Thanks I was hoping someone might pipe up with a thought or two on the planking. I believe your
Tim You have taken on a mamoth task. Keep up the good work - it will be worth it!
Good job.... A87
July 8th, 2013 by
Photo: Boat repairs.. Photo: Boat repairs.. Photo: Boat repairs.. Photo: Boat repairs.. Photo: Boat repairs.. Photo: Boat repairs..
July 2nd, 2013 by
Trevor mentions three types of grease fittings in the Repair Manual for the Keel Assembly and Mounting Structure published in 2010 with supplemental info. from Murray, Dominic, & John. The attached photoRead More…
Suggest you weld nuts on the end of the caps. It will save a lot of effort using a ratchet to t
Well it looks like you will get the keel bolts out OK!
June 25th, 2013 by
Photo: Lyon. Photo: Lyon. Photo: Rhone locks. I had heard alot about the locks on the Rhone, they are big. I have discovered that as the bollards rise and fallRead More…
June 18th, 2013 by
Adding an electric/hydraulic propulsion system to A169 (Kerry Piper) and thought it may be of some interest (attached plan). The mechanical installation is pending completion of structural work to the hull and bulkheads, butRead More…
Attached - Motor details
I share Tim's view regarding the future for electric propulsion also my use as an auxiliary to sa
I have every confidence in the advantages of electric drives for those who don't tend to motor fo
Chris I am interested to see your plans for electrical propulsion, and particularl
Another source for a ready to go motor, provided you have money bags, is
A169 Plan attached - Again! Noticed an error on the original - the fluid return is from the valve
An interesting Atalanta project, I recall reading this blog some years ago - I think on the old A
Peter Snowdon has fitted electric propulsion on A150 Salizander, because he can't use petrol or
Chris, thanks for sharing this, looking forward to see how the system works in practice. I'm
June 16th, 2013 by
Calista was damaged while on the way to the yard to be launched. The damage was caused by two vehicles hitting the back of the boat. You may be able toRead More…
I have some thoughts on the varnish problem you had. A byproduct of epoxy cure is a chemical ca
So how many people did it take to keep you from going completely ballistic on the drivers of the
The final comment to show the finished job:
Just a brief update regarding varnishing. My problem is trying to use convention
You've convinced me to build a wood rudder for A77, I'll post a photo of a rudder with mahogany c
Firstly in response to Murrays comments. I didnt actually think of using 2 pack varnish. I could
Hi Trevor I am enjoying following your progress. I used Epifanes single pack varnis
I have started to varnish the transom. I have been using Epiphanes varnish (supposed to be the be
Getting on with the rudder. The three parts of the stock are bonded together:
Tim I see what you mean. I dont know enough about the detail differences to really be able
Thanks for the response, the Type II catalog schematic depicts the P bracket bar lower than the T
Tim I am fairly sure that the bronze casting - lets call it a "P" bracket - is the
Trevor, I see the different 33" vs. 37" dimension between Type II & Type I from the top of the r
I have been getting on with the rudder. This is the centre section coated with resin and t
Tim I was thinking of getting Dinah to follow me to the yard in her car, but of co
Trevor, the diagonal transom layout with genuine mahogany is better than the original. Hope you
great repair job as usual, shows how relatively easy it is to repair an Atalanta and how robust t
Now the main issue to resolve is the rudder stock which resembled a banana! I ha
So the boat is just about repaired! Here is the current state, with the topsides p
You may know that the skeg is an "L" shaped piece of hardwood, extending up the transom, and unde
Of course the sides of the hull where they attach to the transom were damaged as well. This is an
The repairs are now almost complete, well we are at the varnishing stage. The repairs involved st
June 13th, 2013 by
Photo: The Rhone valley. Today I crossed over from the Marne valley to the Rhone valley passing the highest point (340 metres) and through a 4820metre long tunnel. I think a drinkRead More…
June 5th, 2013 by
Blue Jackaroo is one of the better know Atalantas, being the boat pictured in the AOA’s Sinclair Trophy, which is awarded each year to the person who in the Committee’s opinion hasRead More…
Interesting to see the "Seahopper" fitting so snugly on the aft deck - the perfect Atalanta tende
June 3rd, 2013 by
Photo: Lateral marne canal and Ay.. Ay is very much part of the Champagne district. Photo: Lateral marne canal and Ay.. Photo: Lateral marne canal and Ay.. Photo: Lateral marne canal andRead More…
June 2nd, 2013 by
David Dean emailed today to say “A73 Lyde is no more, cut up and burnt today.”
May 27th, 2013 by
Newly listed – Epenetus Link to listing:: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Fairey-Atalanta-The-Original-Ocean-Crossing-Trailer-Sailor-/261221626891?pt=UK_Sporting_Goods_Sailing_Boats_ET&hash=item3cd205b40b
May 25th, 2013 by
Photo: logs. The higher water levels are washing down some significant logs so you need to keep an eye out. Photo: Meaux. Interesting mooring as the current runs across the pontoons.Read More…
May 19th, 2013 by
Photo: Is that…. Photo: Paris an atalanta’s view. Going through Paris is exciting in an extreme sport sense. The tourist boats are nose to tail. They have enormous engines and combined withRead More…
It is wonderful to see you updating the blog so regularly! Quite a few of us are watching your pr
May 7th, 2013 by
Dave Allen owns A66 Roamara and 135 Bloom, and he is looking for someone to share the work of restoring and maintaining the boats as well as the pleasure of sailing oneRead More…
April 28th, 2013 by
Photo: beat this. Long on the somme. Photo: sails. Photo of the new sails made by suffolk sails. Note the use of the old brass hanks. Photo: seine. Waiting on the wallRead More…
March 16th, 2013 by
Photo: Atalanta 31 shell looking forward. Photo: DSCN0995. Photo: DSCN0994. Photo: DSCN0993. Photo: DSCN0992. Photo: DSCN0991. Photo: DSCN0990. Photo: DSCN0989. Photo: DSCN0988. Photo: DSCN0987.
March 8th, 2013 by
David Dean has written: “I’m 70 this yr and retiring later to Spain. Sold Lyde for £500 over a year ago. The buyer has vanished, Lyde is still in my shed. HullRead More…
That's good news! It sounds like A73 is in quite good shape, and it would have been a tragedy to
I understand that A73 has been saved and will shortly go to her new home. Thankfully not to be
February 26th, 2013 by
The best laid plans …… Or an enjoyable alternative “Where are you going for your summer cruise Jane?” ”Hopefully West, but if that does not prove possible, then France” The forecast didRead More…
February 15th, 2013 by
Photo: Calista3. Calista sailing in Croatis with the bimini in use
January 7th, 2013 by
Photo: 2012-12-24 14.51.57. Well we didn’t make the east coast. Ah well. All the easier to cross the channel next year.
December 30th, 2012 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Sailing in Solent Half Term 2012. Photo: A17 Gambol Beaulieu On a falling Tide Autumn 2012 (two Families). Photo: A17 Gambol Fog (We Could only just make out GurnardRead More…
Murray, My thoughts are that moving the jib aft and presumably of a smaller size than norm
Thanks Simon A87 had a headstay fitted to the outer hole on the stemhead fitting and the o
Murray, A Happy New Year to you. Both are connected to the standard bow fitting as in the
Simon Happy New year! I have been studying your photo and it appears Gambol has a headstay with a
December 30th, 2012 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Newtown Swimming Summer 2012. Photo: A17 Gambol Newtown Summer 2012. Photo: A17 “Gambolling” With Ranger J5 Falmouth Regatta June 2012. Photo: A17 Gambol “Pimped” Haslar Marina Summer 2012.
Nick, Many thanks for your comments. I really like it as well – it’s one of the images
Simon - I love this photograph. Apart from bashing through all those waves travelling between moo
December 4th, 2012 by
I am planning on a holiday next year along the lines of sailing from Chichester to St Valerie-sur-somme then across internal waterways to the south of France and then to spend theRead More…
Going back through these blogs now. I am really sorry for the quality of the punctuation. It
I am now back in the UK polishing my CV and sorting stuff out around the house. Mary is st
I find that Calista is well ballanced when sailing - so I can actually leave the helm to put the
25th 12.62Volts 444.3 hours Bosa. After my comments on low wind conditions it appeared tha
24th 12.71 Volts 439.5 hours. Alghero Port Conte is a fine place to wake up. I went fo
Three good books that can help improve boat speed in light airs are The Manual of Sail Trim by St
I am going to respond to your comments about sailing in light airs! It is perhaps
Good luck getting to Bosa for the final leg. Here of some pictures of our encounter in Isola Ross
23rd 12.70 Volts 439.5 hours. Porto Conte What I didn't realise was that another english b
22nd ? Ile Piana south of Asinara. It is a long stretch 40 odd miles across the Golfe dell
21st 12.70 Volts 426 hrs Capo Testa (Baia di Reparata) Filled up fuel 12 litres, not bad a
Congrats for making it back to Bonifacio. It would have been great to see the approach. Spear at
May Aeolus treat Atalanta well. You might check along the keel for soft spots in the planking in
20th Bonifacio By the time I had sorted myself out and watched the fish for an hour or so
19th Golfe de Porto Novo (18th ) The showers weren't working at Porto Vecchio (Euro 13 per
18th Porto Vecchio Keen to get on and accompanying the German boat we set out. They left
17th Sept Rondinara The day of the big blow. 115km/hr in Bonifacio according to meteo fr
Would be interested to know the more expensive product
I have used linseed oil on bare wood before applying conventional varnish. In fact I used to use
Have used Coelan on coach roof in past v expensive and difficult to patch if small area becomes dama
Coelan good if applied as instructed, but isn't as aesthetically pleasing as varnish, has plastic lo
Anybody tried Coelan? The ketch I saw had its woodwork painted in the stuff 5 years ago and has
I've been using epoxy from reactive resins they do a primer resin that soaks into the wood and can b
15-16th September 12.56 Volts 420.5 hours I am literally playing chess with the weather.
I was advised to use G4,thinned with cellulose thinners, before applying epoxy resin The G4 dries ve
14th September 12.61 Volts 419.8 hours of engine Port de Rondinara. Magnificent sail today
Your latest photos are bery interesting. It looks like it is only a surface layer of varnish whic
Just to add my two pence on your request for advice on the deck and coachroof. C
13th September 12.57 Volts 417.9 hours on engine After 4 nights sheltering from the wind i
9th 12.75 volts 417.9 hours Porto Pozzo to Maddalena. Although I did turn the engine on
8th 12.78 volts 415.8 hours From Capo Testa I went to Porto Pozzo via Santa Teresa di Gall
7th 13.01 Volts 411.1 Hours Very glad to get going again. After a brief and unsuccessful
5th Sept. Ok not that good I am back on daily bandage
2nd September Not that good at resting. The weather being reasonable we, Alan, Jen and I
27th August The distance to Isola Rossa is 40ish miles. 10 hours was a reasonable guess.
26th August. cont.. After getting a load of washing done I left to go to Campomoto
26th August. Propriana On the pilgrimage to redress the feeling of freeloading I recogni
Spelling is overrated, hope your enjoying the reading of the Lonely Sea & the Sky. It doesn't go
They are all typing fingers none are spelling fingers.
25th Propriano 12.76 Volts 391 engine hours. After 2 nights of cage rest (incarcera
Ouch!.. at least it wasnt your typing finger!
I chopped the top of my left thumb off with a mitre saw when I was 17 and I can still recall the
22nd Ajaccio -ile Piana 7:30 12.76Volts 386.6 hours. I managed a trim (haircut) this mor
21st Ajaccio -holding tank 8:00 13.40Volts 386.6 engine hours. I tried to use the o
20th Sagone - Ajaccio 22 miles 8am 12.88Volts and 0 engine hours. This doesn't look
19th Sagone - victualing 7:45 12.96Volts and 385.0 engine hours. I have no fridge a
18th Anse de Chiuni to Sagone approx 10.7 miles 9:15 12.90 Volts and 383.6 engine hours.
17th Girolata to Anse de Chiuni. (NB I have made a mess of dates) I spent the morning airi
14th Baie de Crovani to Girolata. Having read up on the pilot guide and still feeling I wa
13th Revellata to Baie de Crovani Well all I can say is that I now trust my anchor. I he
13th Port Cros to Revellata. I guessed it would take about 36 hours to cross so didn't thi
Perhaps a recap as I have without 3G coverage and even now only have good 2G. 10th Marseil
Have a fine gentleman's sail to Corsica with the winds at your back.
Have a good one!
I am liking the iles of hyeres. Not a bad idea to trailer down here for a week. Most people a
11 August lumpy night but no wind in the morning. I decide to do some clothes washing and have
Enjoying the tales of Fairey Mary, sounds like a good run out of Marseille. There's a balance p
10 August I finally left Marseille not knowing what to expect. I got out of the bay and started
My friend returned to England and the arival of a Mistral wind kept me in Marseille for three nig
Really enjoying your blog. From down here at the end of the earth in dark and damp NZ your adven
Since returning I notice the significant effect the sun has on the boat. A couple of places I h
Next morning we row ashore and look for facilities. We find a cafe with a hammock and facilitie
After a trip to the chandlers to get another rigging pin, swimming goggles and some charts we hea
5th August and it is all getting exciting as tonight we will be at St Louis the gateway to the me
From Viviers we traveled to Avignon these are long days leaving at about 10ish and keeping on goi
3rd August we left reasonably early in the morning after a croissant of course and headed for Viv
Thursday 1st August. Valence isn't the easiest place to visit and for the first week a friend w
I have brass eye on the bottom front of the mast which I attach the spinnaker pole downhaul to. I
Where do you attach the spinnaker pole downhaul to the deck?
On Hiran the boom Goose-neck in fixed on with two thin nuts but a hole has been drilled through b
I am now on the train to Calais after spending a week doing repairs and patching paintwork. I h
No - you havn't cottoned on. I looked up the manufacturers specification from the drawing of the
Thanks, I have the locking nut but lost the one it locks against. It is slightly thicker. I
The nut that holds the boom onto the mast is a 1/2 inch BSW lock nut. There are meant to be 2 of
Firstly comments on deck painting. There is a lot to be said for white decks because they are muc
As Trevor said you cover many miles in a day on the Rhone. Yesterday I did 71kms including 3 lo
Just thought you might appreciate being told that your blog and photos are being followed with gr
I left Macon taking the bypass avoiding the low bridge. I sailed for most of the day even going
I did stay in Macon for the Sunday. I tried to walk the dog into town on the saturday night but
Chalon-sur-Saone is an upmarket marina costing €15 for the night but it had a shopping complex
I have splashed out on a new tablet so hopefully the typo's will be minimised. V
I left St Jean as it was gettng warm saying goodbye to the cafe national after had put up with my do
Too bad about the tablet, maybe we'll see the fish go online. Your typos are increasing with the
Te passage from Auxonne to St-Jean-de-Losne has two bridges and as it was a bit windy I stopped afte
I left Pontailler after getting some fuel and headed for Auxonne. I had a lovely lunch at anchor at
blast amd other words to that effect the tablet I have been using went in the drink. I am writing th
Ive found you need some keel to help turn on or else the hull just slides across the water, just
It is now Sunday and I am in Pontailler-sur-Saone. The last two days since leaving Piepape have been
Next morning I woke to what looked like it was going to be stunning day. I was hoping to get a few j
I stayed near Choignes on what I believe are called dolphins. The guide said there was grassy bank m
It is more about the countryside here. I am not sure if it was the misty rainy start or the countrys
I left Joinville after stopping nearer the town centre so I could look around the town without forci
When mooring that night a VNF (waterways) man appeared whilst I was mooring. Quite a surprise consid
I left reasonably early after filling the water tanks. There are alot of locks I went through 10 tha
I left Chalons-en-Champagne after visiting the market at about 10 am accompanied by another English
I stayed an extra day at Chalons-en-Champagne as the weather was good and I really wanted to fit the
After getting my washing in I left the mooring and headed back to the enterance of the lateral marne
We left Dormans to go to Epernay the countryside is now covered in grape vines and looking very much
The next morning turned out grubby so after a walk around the castle we had a coffee while it poured
La Ferte-sous-Jouarre is probably the best mooring we have had. Although there was little commercial
It would seem that most of the rivers in France are running fast. We have heard of a dutch barge on
Lagny to Meaux is mostly canal with Chalifert being lock-tunnel-lock in quick sucession. The weather
My mum had joined me in Paris so now we were all ready to head out and see what the water was like.
Four days in Paris or five nights cost a total of €128. The cost jumps in June. I spent most of th
Good to see pictures hope weather improves very wet here today
Sunday morning and the weather is set to come in. I couldn't do much here and even less if it rains
I left the lock and found the mooring in pleasant location and went into town in search of crossants
Sorry to have misled you ,we were both looking must've not had glasses on Glad you've seen the sun R
I finished my coffee and had a look at the control tower, here was movement. So I walk up to ask. In
Yesterday (17th May) turned out sunny so I decided to make the most of drying. I pulled the tent dow
Photos are a good addition as is the date your blogging so that followers can see your progress i
Yesterday (17th May) turned out sunny so I decided to make the most of drying. I pulled the tent dow
Ok then it is how it should be. What do people want to hear more of? More photos? More about the fi
Its possible for non members to follow your blog they just cannot comment I read the entries with
Going back to Terence's comments, it is my intension that this blog is readable by everybody member
I left Pontoise and went round the corner to Cergy. It costs €13 a night but you get WiFi and elec
Anymore photos ? we only knew you had a blog by looking at photo and to read we needed to be friends
On Monday I went on to "L'Isle Adam". There is a "bassin de viole" offshoot of the main river for sa
Glad to get feedback. To be honest the weather hasn't been great so I have been catching up on Tilma
Reading this on Tuesday so hope all has been going well since Saturday Have enjoyed trip so far,
Next morning we went for a walk to inspect a promised mooring in town. I could see two boats moored
That night felt like a front came through and it was certainly cold an windy. The barge owners invi
It wasn't the best of mornings but after posting the previous, a quick walk around town and not want
The next morning was lovely and sunny. The evening before I saw a pile of air drying sawn timber. So
Next morning we both left, the other boat in search of a diver as they had something caught around t
Quite happy to be leaving Peronne and not feeling too good about being on the Nord I went on my way
With fuel I headed off for Peronne. It was a big day for me as the Canal du Nord has a reputation fo
From Corbie to Cappy where my lack of French left me short of Cappy to the tune of one lifting bridg
From Amiens I travelled to Corbie where I stayed by a camp site. Showers are €2.20. I also found a
I left Long and carried on to Amiens. I have to say that the lock keepers are most helpful. I am sur
I set off the next day and shortly after noticed two men on an orange van which I suspected were rel
...through the boom yoke. No need to lash the mast down. Next morning 12 came around but I knew it w
On the friday my friend left and not needing to rush I had a bit more of a look around and do some r
My friend left next for work commitments. Another friend kindly offered to combine a dog delivery wi
We left Newheaven equally as early looking at out options. We were going to pass Rye at low tide so
I left Chichester early on the 20th to head up the coast. It was a sunny day and we managed to motor
Thank, great photo! My mind is wandering towards an "african queen" type cover. I saw a good
I forgot to tell you that I raised Calista's boom by about 12 to 18 inches. That is why we can us
In "my photos" Trevors that is - you will find a photo of the bimini in use and another one from
Trevor on the subject of flexible tent poles I would suggest you source aluminium ones as the GRP
I knew we had failed to discuss something important! The big problen with adding
As usual Trevor is probably the person to answer this one he has a fantastic bimini that converts
Any suggestions on a bimini design. I take this as essential kit for the heat of the sun in the
A solar panel is a good idea if you are in the Mediteranean. Whether 50 watts will be enough is d
I am thinking of putting a solar panel on to keep the batteries topped up if I stay still for a w
I think that you would be well advised to get a new mainsail, particularly as you are planning a
I took my main sail in to get the batten pockets repaired. I was told that they couldn't guaran
What a wonderful trip to be planning - very exciting! Presumably you intend to be away for a long
Ahoy ! Herewith photo of my Fairey Fisherman in a happier situation !
We've lured a Fisherman into our midst! This is "Tuan Mac".
November 4th, 2012 by
Photo: mary bow. first site nose on Photo: dual rudders. The owner before last changed the rudder system to dual rudders after loosing his for a second time. The research and calculationsRead More…
October 29th, 2012 by
The Association’s senior member, Bernard Upton will be 94 next summer and has decided to stop sailing solo on A89 and to down-size his house, therefore 53 years of Atalanta spares andRead More…
October 12th, 2012 by
Photo: First day out. On my first day out with a sail up. I only raised the main that day. The following day main and a foresail (#1) and she behaved likeRead More…
hahaha! I have the spinnaker but no pole... It will happen soon though...
Congrats. Paul, get that spinniker up :)
This A88 Tenga sailing with her new owner in Canada
October 12th, 2012 by
Hi all, this is just a quick introduction. I have taken possession of A88 Tenga from John Denny (Thanks soooo much John!) and she’s in the water in Cowichan Bay, B.C. View Larger Map LaterRead More…
Paul, Good to hear news of Tenga, I recall that John won a restoration trophy some years a
Thanks Murray, I'm actually from Melbourne and will be back there for a year or so
Congratulations!
Hi Paul,Please could you post any photos of TENGA in 2018 here?It is always interesting to s
September 30th, 2012 by
Photo: Raised Frame for Yanmar 2 cyl. Bridge Deck, Sort of. Photo: Engine Removal. Farmer style
Hi Dave, with such large holes it's important to fair the stringers and whatever else is under th
You have no idea how good this makes me feel knowing we are not the only ones.......
September 5th, 2012 by
Photo: A31-6 with Watson class lifeboat at Anstruther. Photo: A31-6 Caperdonich at Anstruther Muster’s Classic Boat Rally.
There are four wire lifting slings connected to a round steel link that the crane hook takes. The
August 4th, 2012 by
Photo: Chatham_smaller. Blue Jackaroo at Chatham, August 2012, after a fantastic sail up river against Wind and Tide. What a great job Terry and Lisa (with help from Andy) have done ofRead More…
July 31st, 2012 by
Bernard wants to seal the slots above A89’s keels. I have experimented with moped tyres (3.0 x 19) and I can cut them into one long sausage, seal the ends and keep pressureRead More…
We fitted the moped tyres to A89 a few weeks ago and inflated them, then kept them in place with
July 22nd, 2012 by
A31/8 Trio of Playford Tim Arnold writes: Trio required quite a bit of work after being neglected under some trees in South Texas, accumulated leaves had allowed rain water to rot areasRead More…
I've just heard from Tim Arnold in Austin, Texas: the boat is indeed A31/8 "Trio of Playford" and
It's the right way up, Richard. The address we have is for Tim Arnold in Austin, Texas. I've writ
You mentioned Austin Texas, is your globe upside down John ?!!
Richard, I'm assuming the boat is A31/8 Trio of Playford owned by Tim Arnold - but we don't have
John, the item has been removed, any idea of the outcome?
June 26th, 2012 by
Photo: Portsoy 12-3. A142 Sugar Plum at Portsoy Traditional Boat Festival, 23/24 June 2012
June 26th, 2012 by
Greg Manning has sent a report on A142 at Portsoy, with this photo A142 Sugar Plum attended the Scottish Traditional Boat festival on June 23/24th. Having craned in and fitted out atRead More…
June 18th, 2012 by
I can highly recommend Rob Woolley’s excellent blog (I am sure he wont mind) titled ‘Living with an Atalanta’ . It is a very interesting blog with good photos of Epenetus. ItRead More…
June 7th, 2012 by
Photo: Getting there!. A148 Johara
June 5th, 2012 by
Photo: A176 Persephone for sale. View from stern Photo: A176 Persephone for sale. View from bow Photo: A176 Persephone for sale. Sails Photo: A176 Persephone for sale. Spinnaker Read More…
June 4th, 2012 by
A176 Persephone is up for sale on eBay – 5 days to go as of today. I understand she has been kept under a cover for 30 years, complete with mast sailsRead More…
June 3rd, 2012 by
I visited Bernard Upton in Switzerland last week and we spent a few days working on A89 in the boatyard in Gland. The skeg was showing signs of cracking around the alloyRead More…
June 3rd, 2012 by
Photo: IMG_0101. Photo: IMG_0100. Photo: IMG_0096. Photo: IMG_0089.
June 2nd, 2012 by
I’ve just received this message from Gary Topple: “There is a Fairey Atlanta A176 “Persephone” for sale at Felixstowe. It is in rough condition having sat in a driveway on a trailerRead More…
June 2nd, 2012 by
Photo: A17 New Chain Plates Finished June 2012 – Rust Free Topsides This Season?. Photo: A17 New Chain Plates Ready for 4 Painting May 2012. Manufactured & Galvanised by Classic Marine WoodbridgeRead More…
Murray, Many thanks. Yes I have backing plates which pick up all the bolts. I only took on
Hi Simon, nice work. Do you have backing plates that are slightly thinner on the inside and are t
I can confirm that the plates should have some bend as A90s have a similar shape which I bent whe
Timothy, I have the drawing for a later version of chain plates (A24761) and in the not
Hi Simon, The chain plates look good. I am now wondering if the bends on the for
May 9th, 2012 by
I may be one of the lucky ones, the pivot and brake bolts were replaced by Peter Lombard in the 1970s. Nylon bushings and grease fittings should make removal much easier. ARead More…
April 25th, 2012 by
Calista took Dominic Dobson and myself on a cruise around the Milford Haven last week. Not actually Easter week, but the week after (Easter was early this year so it was stillRead More…
Aye, you be sailin in thy spring over thar... shivering timbers.
more photos from Wales
April 22nd, 2012 by
Photo: Hole in the bottom!. Photo: Blue Goose Feb-2012. Photo: Blue Goose Transom Feb-2012. Photo: Forward cabin looking aft. Photo: Blue Goose April 2012. Photo: Blue Goose Transom April 2012. Photo: BowRead More…
April 22nd, 2012 by
Atalanta 26ft in sound condition. All items required by a 2009 Survey (available on request) have been actioned, only cosmetic work now required. Full inventry includes: Beta BD722 19hp diesel engine Hurth HBW35Read More…
Andrew Cross has now left Baby Seal in our care, She is still for sale but please contact Tarn an
Andrew has dropped the price for Baby Seal to £2,000
April 20th, 2012 by
Photo: A104 Arosa at Calais. Photo: A104 Arosa in The Hebrides. Photo: A104 Arosa at W Mersea.
April 15th, 2012 by
Photo: A31-6_Crossing_Loch_Crinan_2011. See 2010-11 Annual Bulletin
April 14th, 2012 by
Photo: Sailing Today – article – 1ed. Courtesy Sailing Today Magazine – www.sailingtoday.co.uk Photo: Sailing Today – article – 3ed. Courtesy Sailing Today Magazine – www.sailingtoday.co.uk Photo: Sailing Today – article –Read More…
April 9th, 2012 by
ATALANTA A104 ‘AROSA’ Built 1959 and in commission (cruised the Western Isles last summer) Mast-head rig – wooden spars – Yanmar 8hp diesel engine – two burner gas cooker – 2 anchorsRead More…
March 24th, 2012 by
March 2012 Unbelievable! 6 months has slipped by and no significant progress has been made on Methuselah. However, indirectly things have been chugging along. In the meantime we have purchased an acreRead More…
With regard to laminate repair, if it is a small area you can cut out a patch slightly larger than r
February 23rd, 2012 by
ATALANTA MARY A1021959, 3/4 rig, restored to very good condition.Wood spars, sails – main and genoa, 1 & 2 jibs, spinnaker.Anchor’s chains & warps. Lavac heads, sink,fresh water tank, 2 burnerspirit stove,Read More…
February 15th, 2012 by
(Note: This is not the same boat as A65 Joann, which is safe and sound in Suffolk. JI) Clayton Loushay writes: “Greetings, I am a former owner of A97. During that timeRead More…
January 19th, 2012 by
I have been giving thought to how to instal a holding tank to Calista. Partly driven by requirements for the next trip to the Med (scheduled for 2013 now), and partly toRead More…
The installation of the holding tank is now completed.
Another update on progress: After lots of fiddly bits which had to be left to cu
A progress report on the holding tank: The focsl with the toilet removed and rea
Well I have made a decision! I almost went for the chemical toilet, but decided to fit the holdin
I asuppose I will have to get a quote for a welded plastics tank. I have to admit that I was not
The idea for the flushing tank and holding tank sounds good Trevor. I was looking at a boat yeste
I forgot to say that the holding tank carries like a suitcase, though with questionable contents.
When we went up the Thames after removing the Simpson Lawrence, I placed plastic tubes over the o
January 16th, 2012 by
Tim Palmer has reluctantly decided to part with Titania T12 “Tily-Ho” which he has owned and cared for since 1978. You can reach Tim on 019633 70151 and he has sent the followingRead More…
December 29th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Yanmar 2GM20FC in Pieces Spring 2011. Photo: A17 Gambol Virgin White Engine Room Spring 2011. Photo: A17 Yanmar 2GM20FC + PRM 150 Gearbox + Original Transfer Box 4 VariableRead More…
December 28th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol’s Tri Lens Radar Reflector – As detailed page 44 2009 – 2010 Annual Bulletin. Photo: A17 Gambol at Hamble Point at the Start of Round Britain Relay 2010. Photo:Read More…
December 27th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 On Trailer Raising Mast Suffolk Yacht Harbour 2008. Photo: A17 Gambol Veerse Meer Holland 2008.
December 27th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Refurbishment of Toe Rail 2008.
December 26th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Oban 2007. Photo: A17 Gambol Dried Out Stone Point Suffolk July 2007. Photo: A17 Gambol Dried Out Stone Point Suffolk July 2007 + Duckling.
December 26th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Beale Park show 2007.
December 25th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Starboard Aft End of Keel Box In Poor Way 2007. Photo: A17 New Stainless Keel Stops 2007. Photo: A17 Gambol Attacking the Port Keel Box 2007. Photo: A17 Gambol NewRead More…
December 24th, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol Brightlingsea 2003ish.
December 23rd, 2011 by
Photo: A17 Gambol in Foreground Not sure When or Where. Photo: SPM Propeller Page 1 of 2. Photo: SPM Propeller Page 2 of 2. Photo: Series II Land Rover Advert. Photo: LandRead More…
December 12th, 2011 by
Kookaburra was sold in 2012. ‘Click’ on a photo for a slideshow.
November 27th, 2011 by
Photo: P1020006. Photo: IMG_3073. Photo: IMG_3068. Photo: 11092010332(2).
September 25th, 2011 by
Wednesday April 27th Mourne Goblin on trailer ready to go, the tow up to Inverkip completed sucessfully in about 5 hrs arriving about 23:00 slept on board. Thursday April 28th Up early to prepareRead More…
I will try to make sure that Croatia happens. I am just as fed up with the rotten weather as you. Ha
September 19th, 2011 by
Photo: Zambra interior 1 – heads. Heads and sails storage in the forepeak. There’s a drop down flap which I can stand on to hank on the Jib through the front hatch.Read More…
September 16th, 2011 by
Photo: West Mersea Regatta 2011 pic 1 A31-10. Zambra just after the race. Photo: West Mersea Regatta 2011 pic 2 A31-10. Zambra just after the race. Photo: West Mersea Regatta 2011 picRead More…
September 8th, 2011 by
Photo: A95 on the Thames. Returning to Erith YC from the annual Ovens Race with our Commodore on the port winch. Photo: Mont Blanc. Taken from Bernard Upton’s home, with Lake GenevaRead More…
Colin adds: The centre figure in the cockpit of A95 is Phil Wick owner of A164 Scarweather, which is
Great to see some new sailing photos on the site!!
August 23rd, 2011 by
Photo: Mont Blanc. Taken from Bernard Upton’s home, with Lake Geneva in the foreground and snow-topped Mont Blanc 100km away in the background. Photo: Bernard aboard A89 Colchide. Taken 14th August 2011Read More…
August 23rd, 2011 by
In between family commitments I spent four days last week sailing with Bernard Upton on Lake Geneva. Many of you know that Bernard is our longest serving member, having bought A89 ColchideRead More…
August 4th, 2011 by
Seven photographs how Destiny got lifted over the house into the water. Needed a 150 Tons crane!!! Fortunality my neighbour is driver of one of those!!!
August 1st, 2011 by
Photo: P3310040. Destiny In front of our house for clean up! Photo: DSC00070. Photo: DDSCF0426. Destiny, on our shallow waters, keel at appr. 4 ft. Photo: P3290036. Destiny In front of ourRead More…
Fantastic! I've just uploaded a couple of pics from last month... A31-10
Doesn't A31/9 Destiny look great!
July 21st, 2011 by
Photo: A147 Chamois. Chamois heading off towards Dorus Mor Photo: A147 Chamois. Chamois at anchor in Crinan Loch Photo: A147 Chamois. Taken from A31/6 Caperdonich, with Crinan Hotel and the sea lockRead More…
July 21st, 2011 by
Photo: A31/6 Caperdonich. Shot of an 1887 William Fife gaff cutter take fro Caperdonich Photo: A31/6 Caperdonich. Away on the first race of the regatta Photo: A31/6 Caperdonich. In sea lock atRead More…
July 5th, 2011 by
Photo: A174 Cordyl interior. Interior, from forecabin looking aft. Foredeck has gone. Photo: A174 Cordyl hull & transom. A174 Cordyl languishing in Bembridge boatyard
July 5th, 2011 by
John Arthure had experience of Atalanta sailing when the boats were quite new, and sent some details about A174 Cordyl in Bembridge boatyard. IoW: ” As you drive round the harbour, past theRead More…
June 13th, 2011 by
So far I have managed a weekend on board and a 3 day midweek cruise – since completing the easter cruise. I suppose there was also a day sail with my olderRead More…
Wow, it looks so nice there!!, its the middle of winter here and very dark and damp and miserable! s
Second of July Fantastic weather, and we managed to get away for a day sa
I have managed to sort out the engine issues over the weekend. The water pump wa
May 22nd, 2011 by
See Eastern Yachts web page here: http://www.easternyachts.com/bluebelle/index.htm £2,700. Two berths and a small galley, lovingly restored, fitted with new alloy mast and new sails, Vetus 7hp inboard diesel engine. Kept under cover forRead More…
May 12th, 2011 by
Peter Keightley writes to say that: ” I had an extraordinary coincidental meeting with a skipper in Cowes Yacht Haven last week.His boat was a van de Stadt called Sherpa Bill. AfterRead More…
I was interested to read Peter Keightley's article about Bill Perkes. Just after I bought
May 12th, 2011 by
Since lifting Mourne Goblin out at the end of September much work has gone on to try and solve some of the issues highlighted during the season. Ive added a layerRead More…
in answer to Colin and Murrays comments I Havn't had a bill yet as its on my mates trade a
Dom, it sounds like great stuff, will be interested to see how it is to machine etc..The blogs great
What is the cost compared to mahogany and other hardwoods? Colin
May 12th, 2011 by
Photo: IMG_1724. Photo: IMG_1730. Photo: IMG_1729. Photo: IMG_1727. On the mooring at Gourock Photo: IMG_1726. Photo: IMG_1725. Photo: IMG_1723. Karen on board at last Photo: IMG_1721. Ready to launch Kip Marina
April 26th, 2011 by
17/04/2011 The crew – Trevor, Pete, Don and John – joined Calista at her mooring in Milford Haven on Sunday afternoon. After settling in we motored up the river to Blackpool Mill.Read More…
John Much improved by your editing and the photos! Thanks
I've inserted a few of the photos in Trevor's blog of our Easter cruise, and there are now plenty mo
John Please edit, add photos and generally add substance to it. Just hope you ca
It was a fantastic six days, Trevor. I'm very grateful to you for inviting me along, and to Pet
April 26th, 2011 by
Photo: Easter cruise on Calista. Dominic working in the galley, supervised by John Photo: Easter cruise on Calista 2. Pete demonstrating how to get out of the aft cabin Photo: Easter cruiseRead More…
April 25th, 2011 by
Photo: Seal on pontoon at Dale. When we arrived at Dale, this seal watched us for about 30 minutes! Photo: Tenby Harbour. For £10 per night you can enjoy the Harbourmaster’s baseRead More…
April 24th, 2011 by
Photo: IMG_1701. Photo: IMG_1702. Photo: IMG_1703. Photo: IMG_1704. Photo: IMG_1705. Photo: IMG_1706. T10 Calista moored at the North Haven on Skomer Island, Easter Cruise, 20th April 2011 Photo: IMG_1707. Photo: IMG_1708. Photo:Read More…
April 20th, 2011 by
Photo: Dominic. Photo: Henry. Photo: Henry Pamela. Photo: Isle Man coast. Photo: Leaving Peel. Photo: Pamela. Photo: Peel departure. Photo: peel trad. Photo: Port Patrick. Photo: port patrick6. Photo: Port Patrick 2.Read More…
April 20th, 2011 by
Photo: 18. Mourn Goblin from Chamois July ’10. Photo: 19. Mourn Goblin No 2. Photo: 20. Mourn Goblin No 3. Photo: 21. Mourn Goblin behind Chamois. Photo: 22.Mourn Goblin. Photo: 23. MournRead More…
April 19th, 2011 by
Photo: on mooring aft port quarter. Jaunty A100 on her berth in Chichester Harbour July 2009 Photo: shor-chich goose winging. Photo: Launch from SYC. Photo: companionway looking forward. Photo: saloon looking aft4.Read More…
April 14th, 2011 by
Mourne Goblin was bought in 2001 from Gavin Clarke who lived at Bettyhill on the North coast of Scotland so before I could collect her a trailer was needed. I obtained theRead More…
Jonty, Thanks for the photo which is now featured on the main page, also nice to know how you look!
March 28th, 2011 by
Photo: A90 Mourne Goblin. Atalantas were designed as “trailer-sailor” cruisers Photo: ready for test sail. Photo: 127. Photo: 128. Photo: 129. Photo: 130. Photo: 131. Photo: 132. Photo: 134. Photo: 140. Photo:Read More…
March 27th, 2011 by
Photo: 106. Photo: 107. Photo: 113. Photo: 114. Photo: 64. Photo: 65. Photo: 109. Photo: refurbished keels. Photo: new engine. Photo: 115. Photo: 108. Photo: 122.
March 26th, 2011 by
Photo: 44. Photo: 45. Photo: 50. Photo: 51. Photo: 54. Photo: 60. Photo: 61. Photo: 62. Photo: 63. Photo: 68. Photo: 92. Photo: 93. Photo: 94. Photo: 95. Photo: 96. Photo: 97.Read More…
March 25th, 2011 by
Photo: 11. Photo: 31. Photo: 32. Photo: 33. Photo: 34. Photo: 35. Photo: 36. Photo: 37. Photo: 38. Photo: 41. Photo: 42. Photo: 43. Photo: 52. Photo: deck repair.
March 24th, 2011 by
Photo: 8. Photo: 9. Photo: 13. Photo: 116. Photo: rebuilding cockpit. Photo: engine cover.
March 23rd, 2011 by
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March 22nd, 2011 by
Photo: 24. Photo: 25. Photo: 26. Photo: 27. Photo: 28. Photo: 29. Photo: 30.
March 22nd, 2011 by
Photo: A87 UK. Packing up… Photo: A87 UK. Farewells… Photo: A87 UK. Off to Southampton… Photo: A87 NZ. Arrival in Auckland… Photo: A87 NZ. Arrival in Auckland… Photo: A87 NZ. Home atRead More…
March 22nd, 2011 by
Photo: A87. As is where is….Kingswear Devon Photo: A87 UK. On the way to Totnes… Photo: A87 UK. Baltic Wharf… Photo: A87 UK. Tidy up begins… Photo: A87 UK. Hull painting… Photo:Read More…
March 21st, 2011 by
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February 1st, 2011 by
Photo: Thames_festival_090912. Caperdonich at the St katherine’s Dock for the Thames Festival 2009
January 31st, 2011 by
Photo: IMAG0039. Photo: 2009-05-24 12.02.27. At the turkey farm, freshly painted top Photo: TakaMaruMove 4-Apr-07. Loading up at Boroughbridge to come down to Watford. Photo: Emma Duck. Chichester
December 21st, 2010 by
A183 Bluster was fitted with the ‘Unskink Offshore Buoyancy System’. This is a set of airtight bags which are normally folded but fill with compressed air under emergency conditions.
December 12th, 2010 by
For sale on the South Coast. ‘Click’ on a photo for a slideshow.
December 12th, 2009 by
The Harbour Master at Milford Haven contacted the Association with news that an Atalanta had been abandoned in the harbour and was going to be destroyed. A group of Association members gotRead More…
May 20th, 2009 by
Chris Green bought A169 Kerry Piper in 2011 and commenced what turned out to be a very extensive restoration. As you can see in the photos, taken 2 years earlier, there wasRead More…
December 12th, 2007 by
Lindora for sale in fishing-boat trim. ‘Click’ on a photo for a slideshow.
December 12th, 2007 by
Extensively restored in 1999-2000 and then used on the East Coast. For sale in Essex having been stored for a couple of years. The ‘For Sale Details’ and a 2006 Survey canRead More…
December 12th, 2007 by
A65 Joann is for sale. An unusual Atalanta she has a Titania coachroof ‘blister’ over the main cabin providing increased headroom there. She also has a standard Atalanta blister fitted to theRead More…
December 12th, 2004 by
Blue Jackaroo, in excellent condition, is for sale. ‘Click’ on a photo for a slideshow.
April 28th, 2004 by
In 1996 Colin Twyford, the AOA Secretary, Sent an AOA Newsletter to Jack Nelson requesting news of Aku but heard nothing in reply. Colin sent another Newsletter in Spring 2004 .To Colin’sRead More…
February 1st, 2004 by
Major Boat Restorations Awarded when restorations are put in the water. This award started as a plaque awarded to singificant restorations of an Atalanta, Titania, Fulmar or Atalanta 31. It became knownRead More…
January 25th, 2004 by
Most Adventurous Journey written up in the Bulletin Silver model of an Atalanta in a glass case. This is a second silver model (like the Etchells Trophy). This had been owned privately,Read More…
January 25th, 2004 by
Best Technical Article published in The Bulletin Painting of A71 Blue Jackaroo by Alan Vines. The trophy is the second painting taken from a photograph of A171 Blue Jackaroo. This time theRead More…
February 1st, 2003 by
Renamed Trientje P from Turnstone A77 in fine condition in Germany in 2003.
December 12th, 2002 by
Tenga had been owned and restored by a cabinet maker. As can be seen in the picture and in this advert, she is in remarkable condition. A88 Tenga for sale in CanadaRead More…
June 5th, 2000 by
In 2000 Puffin was bought by ‘Ship’s Company’. The letter to the Hon Sec at the time (Colin Twyford) below explains their purpose and requested help:
January 24th, 2000 by
In 2001 the original Coventry Victor engine was replaced with a 13.5HP Beta.
May 20th, 1999 by
This picture is of A169 Kerry Piper looking fine in 1999 just before she was sold.
December 15th, 1998 by
The family of Uffa Fox held a celebration for the centenary of the birth of the great man. The Event was attended by twenty five boats including two Atalantas – and A165Read More…
November 14th, 1998 by
This letter was received from the owner in 1998
May 24th, 1998 by
In 1998 a restoration began with the rebuilding of the lower cockpit woodwork. Further work included restoring the mast, standing and running rigging.
January 29th, 1997 by
Photographic record of turning over Taku Maru in the late 1990s. Click on an image on the right for a slide show.
July 31st, 1996 by
Achates visited the MDL Marina on the Hamble based on the old Fairey Marine yard.
June 1st, 1996 by
Arose visited the MDL Marina on the Hamble based on the old Fairey Marine yard.
May 26th, 1996 by
In 1996 A52 was bought by Jochen Gassner to join his charter fleet on the Mecklenburgische Seenplatte or Mecklenburg Lake District in the South East of Germany. The fleet also included A110.Read More…
February 1st, 1995 by
Flying Fox changes hand, is returned to her original name from ‘Branca’ and gets a new coat of paint.
February 1st, 1995 by
In the US Tenga is restored to beautiful original condition.
January 29th, 1995 by
Photo: Kerry Piper A169. A169 in Antwerpen (Belgium) just prior to and after the restoration from 1987 till 1990.
You had her in great shape Wouter - hopefully she will be back together this season 30 years on.
January 18th, 1993 by
In 1993 A35 was bought to form part of a collection of over 70 boats in Bordeaux, based in the old submarine pens. Press release from the time: https://www.lexpress.fr/informations/bordeaux-merveilleux-fous-flottants_595134.html
August 17th, 1992 by
Associate Member P.Nichols sent through a report of his visit to see Polaris II. The current owner had offered her for sale. She had been dry stored for many years and wasRead More…
January 24th, 1992 by
In the early 1990’s Atalanta Mary was modified with the fitting of twin rudders in place of the single lifting original. This was influenced by the number of rudder blade failures andRead More…
February 1st, 1990 by
Bernard Upton fitted a Farryman 12hp and hydraulic drive to a 2 bladed folding propellor. He also put hydraulic rams on the keel hoists.
December 30th, 1989 by
Bill and Juliet Higgs sent ‘Seasons Greetings’ to Secretary George Parker with the photographs below. Dear George Seasons Greetings to you and the association. This is a typical winter’s day in BritishRead More…
November 5th, 1985 by
It’s what Atalanta sailing is all aobut!
February 1st, 1981 by
Services to the AOA Painting of A71 Blue Jackaroo by owner EL Sinclair. The painting was created from a photograph of A171 which was also used as the basis for a secondRead More…
January 28th, 1980 by
From the 1980-81 Bulletin Tony Peck and John Riding’s start of their circumnavigation, and its halt in the Galapagos islands, has been written up elsewhere. After abandoning their circumnavigation AKU was passedRead More…
January 24th, 1979 by
Atalanta Mary was owned by a Naval officer between 1979 and 1981. During this time he and his wife had their honeymoon cruising the South Coast.
November 29th, 1978 by
‘Peanut’ is an Atalanta 31 with a difference. She was put together about 1974-5 by the Burnetts with the help Captain Urry, who was Mrs Burnett’s father and a pioneer of theRead More…
May 5th, 1978 by
Humber Yacht Club, NZ looking very smart.Photo sent to Hon Sec in 1998
June 30th, 1977 by
In 1976 was bought as a kit of parts. The previous owner had dismantled her with the intention of restoring her but never got around to it. However the new owner tookRead More…
June 7th, 1976 by
A146, already very well travelled, changed hands and went across the Atlantic No history of racing by Atalantas would be complete without mention of Rod White who sailed A146, Bluff, in theRead More…
August 6th, 1975 by
Soon after Maj. Gen. Odling became the Hon. Sec. of the AOA in 1975, he instituted the East Coast Rally and Race as an annual event at West Mersea on the EssexRead More…
May 27th, 1975 by
In 1975 Eric Stallard and two young friends set out from Appledore on May 27th in A115, Sabrina of Croyde, to cross the Atlantic. They had a stormy passage through the BayRead More…
May 11th, 1975 by
Although the AOA Registers are Bulletin are quiet on the matter it appears that A80 was converted to Gunter rig in the 1970s (and back to her standard rig later). In 1975Read More…
June 29th, 1974 by
Immediately after sailing in the Round the Island Race on June 29 in which he came second in the Atalanta Class, Alan Perkes in A148, Sherpa, set out for the Round BritainRead More…
November 28th, 1964 by
The longest and most ambitious expedition undertaken in an Atalanta was in 1960-61 when Tony Peck and John Riding set out in A113, Aku, to sail round the world in a westerlyRead More…
May 18th, 1964 by
The 1964 Atalanta brochure has a picture of Inyoniyamanzi on her trailer on page 4. She was kept for many years at Clarens at the eastern end of Lake Geneva.
February 1st, 1964 by
Best Log published in The Bulletin Silver model of an Atalanta in a glass case. The ‘Etchells’ was first presented at the AGM on 6 January 1965 in memory of HF Etchells.Read More…
May 18th, 1963 by
A175 was launched with the name Inyoniyamanzi. The is a term from South Africa (Afrikaans? Zulu?) for “African Penguin”.
July 28th, 1961 by
After a troublesome voyage across the Bay of Biscay Aku put in to Las Palmas on her way round the world for rudder repairs. There she caught the eye of James andRead More…
June 28th, 1961 by
From the 1962-63 Bulletin MR. J. A. (TONY) PECK, ‘Aku’ (A.II3), is now wintering at Las Palmas in the Gran Canarias Islands before setting out across the Atlantic on the next stage of his round-the world cruise. Fighting forRead More…
February 1st, 1961 by
Nothing is new – Fairey had a Dry Boat park, now all the fashion, in 1961. And it was for 26′ sailing boats! In 1961 they provided a boat park for allRead More…
November 30th, 1960 by
From the 1960-61 Bulletin On 15 November 1960, John Peck in Fairey Atalanta “Aku” (A113 ) left Hamble on the longest planned Fairey Atalanta cruise yet . He planned to sail westward round the world – a two year, 31,000 mile journey. John Peck was a racing motor cyclist aged 49. He was accompanied by 24 yearsRead More…
August 27th, 1960 by
So you want to play Atalopoly? You have come to the right place. Instructions Each Player has an Atalanta. They throw the dice and move around the Atalopoly board, sailing, making repairs,Read More…
July 6th, 1960 by
Between 1960 and 1963 the annual Cross Channel rally/race was arranged each Whitsun. On the second occasion in 1961 there were 14 entrants and the event was kindly started at 1900 hrsRead More…
February 1st, 1960 by
For activities on The South Coast (UK) Silver Cup. The Coupe Bernard Argod was donated by Bernard Argod who livein Paris as a trophy for Solent to Cherbourg race. Bernard Argod wasRead More…
December 9th, 1959 by
Introduction Since the first Atalantas were made they have competed against each other and against other yachts in races. When racing against other classes in races organised outside of the AOA theyRead More…
February 1st, 1959 by
The need for a smaller and cheaper sailing cruiser of similar construction to the Atalanta 26 was met by the production of the 20ft overall Fulmar. The cut-away diagram in Fig. 5Read More…
January 10th, 1959 by
The only 26ft variant of the Atalanta was the Titania. Described by the makers as “brilliant and beautiful”, it was intended for the owner who planned to spend more time cruising underRead More…
July 12th, 1958 by
Although the Atalanta was designed primarily as a family cruiser it was natural that some owners, who had previously raced dinghies, were attracted to competitive sailing. The first venture was the RoundRead More…
May 31st, 1958 by
The Current Constitution Previous Versions 1959 – The Original ‘Rules’ 2001 – As adopted at the AGM 2018 – As adopted at the AGM
May 21st, 1958 by
When Fairey Marine first launched the Atalanta 26 they considered ways of promoting the class and encouraging owners to get together. A cocktail party was given by the Company on their standRead More…
January 24th, 1958 by
First Atalanta in the West Mersea Regatta (previously Round the Island Race) Wooden Model of A12 in a glass case. The Atalanta Trophy was created by Fairey Marine in 1958 and awardedRead More…
December 1st, 1957 by
After the Second World War Fairey Marine applied the technology developed to make aircraft to boats. Starting with dinghies such as the Firefly, Swordfish, Albacore, and Falcon they started building the AtalantaRead More…
June 1st, 1957 by
General The forehatch is a major safety feature for Atalanta sail handling. This is a feature of both the Atalanta and the Titania. It may be frowned upon by a marine surveyorRead More…
May 1st, 1957 by
Original Engines Motoring in most Atalanta’s originally used a Coventry Victor horizontally opposed twin cylinder petrol engines developing 12 or 15 hp depending on model. Titania’s and some Atalanta’s were fitted withRead More…
April 1st, 1957 by
Do you need them? Well do you? Read the post on handling sails and ropes from the forehatch. Read how you can work the mainsail from the main hatchway. Look at howRead More…
February 25th, 1957 by
A key requirement for any trailer-sailer is that raising and lowering the mast must be simple. And it is with the Atalanta and Titania. The mast Some Atalanta are fitted with alloyRead More…
Not sure why you need a special winch. Only having done this on dry land I took the sheet over the
I don't know where you got the "special winch" from? I have not mentioned a special winch.My des
Hi does anyone have more detail on this - ie closer in pictures!? I am planning a remast and launch
February 20th, 1957 by
The Atalanta has always been used as a caravan en route to a new cruising ground. The issues you need to be aware of are: Where to spend the night? Camp sitesRead More…
February 15th, 1957 by
Leave aside the obvious travel hoist or crane option. Basic principles The diagram is based on an original Fairey marine drawing. The boat and trailer combination were always intended toRead More…
February 10th, 1957 by
There are really four ways of launching an Atalanta (or a Titania) from its trailer: The travel hoist The easy way is to have it lifted in by travelhoist. It is notRead More…
February 5th, 1957 by
Weights The Atalanta and the Titania can be legally towed behind many 4×4 cars. The boat weighs between 2 and 2.5 tons (depending on equipment and fittings). A suitable trailer could weighRead More…
Hi TrevorPartly to see what happens to a Comment in this section of the site, and partly because
NickI did reply to this yesterday but the reply has disappeared.Lets see if this works!N
January 1st, 1957 by
Where to dry out Atalanta’s were designed to be equally at home sitting on the bottom, anywhere where there is a suitable stretch of ground to sit on. Muddy harbour andRead More…
December 1st, 1956 by
What sort of accommodation does an Atalanta have? Well if we start at the bow, there is a traditional forward heads. Behind that there is a saloon, with a berth on eachRead More…
November 1st, 1956 by
It Opens aft It is right in the eyes of the boat – so it could hardly open the other way! You can see from the photo how useful it is. SeeRead More…
October 1st, 1956 by
Three photos of Atalantas follow. Look at them with particular emphasis on the curved decks and coachroofs: There are three elements behind this design feature: Windage Fairey marine always made a bigRead More…
September 1st, 1956 by
Engine Ventilators I am talking about those blue things mounted either side of the cabin entrance. They are original features of the Atalanta and the Titania. They are common on factory finishedRead More…
August 1st, 1956 by
The standard rig illustrated in Fig. 2 was the so-called three quarter rig when the forestay holding the luff of the foresail was secured approximately threequarters of the way up the mast.Read More…
July 1st, 1956 by
Stability The prototype Atalanta is shown in the photo above undergoing a heeling test. While we cannot tell what the righting moment is ( but it looks like the man at theRead More…
March 20th, 1956 by
The transom hung rudder is a heavier version of a typical dinghy rudder, with a large lifting blade: This is the rudder on a Titania, but in principal the same as anRead More…
March 1st, 1956 by
Retractable keels The Atalanta has a canoe body which has no form of fixed keel what so ever. All of the ballast is contained in lifting keels. Two of them. The unusualRead More…
December 6th, 1955 by
With thanks from YW for permission (NEED TO GET THIS) A T A L A N T A Designer: Uffa Fox Builder: Fairey Marine Ltd L O A 24ft.Read More…
June 1st, 1952 by
An ardent admirer of the Firefly was Alan Vines, a senior executive in the Fairey Aviation Company and a keen and almost fanatical sailor. He was very impressed with the seaworthiness ofRead More…
April 1st, 1952 by
(The photo shows the prototype Atalanta between a production Atalanta on the left and Sujanwiz on the right, Alan Vines concept boat which started it all) On a family visit to UffaRead More…
March 31st, 1952 by
This is a comment that most Atalanta owners will have come accross at some time.It’s usually when you are tied up alongside in a small harbour attracting attention from all the passersRead More…
December 1st, 1950 by
Ereina sailing near the cleddau bridge within Milford Haven[/caption] Well on a practical level it is a combination of the following: Safe at sea, even when the weather deteriorates The ability toRead More…
November 1st, 1950 by
Although these boats meet the definition of “classic yacht” (designed or built before 1960) they seem to be too modern for “real” classic boat enthusiasts. They are not made from planks ofRead More…
October 1st, 1950 by
The Atalanta is the original trailer sailor. From the very beginning in 1955 owners were regularly trailing them to the south of France for summer holidays. In those days large family carsRead More…
September 1st, 1950 by
Claims that the Atalanta was a suitable boat for families, on account of her roominess and sea-kindly qualities, were soon confirmed by several accounts of cruises in which children accompanied their parents.Read More…
August 1st, 1950 by
The Atalanta has always been considered to be a seaworthy vessel. Few trailable 26 footers can claim this distinction. It is a special feature of these boats. Many of the early AOARead More…
June 1st, 1950 by
See also the poston Atalanta Handicaps for use when racing Diagram showing likely speeds on different points of sailing Both the Atalanta and the Titania are capable of making swift offshore passages.Read More…
March 1st, 1950 by
Sailing with variable draft Atalanta’s can be sailed with the keels lowered or partly raised. It is usual to keep them fully down when offshore to maximise the righting moment. HoweverRead More…
January 20th, 1950 by
1964 Atalanta Specification for Atalanta 26 (issued in 1964) STANDARD BOAT: £3,360 Ex Works Hot pressure moulded hull consisting of 4 laminations of 2.5mm Agba on mahogany main frame fitted with bulkheadsRead More…