(Photo copyright of West Mersea Town Regatta) Slightly earlier this year than previously. More a social than a race (although there is of course a competitive frisson for an hour or soRead More…
16Aug/19
2019 AGM & Lunch – Tamesis Sailing Club
The 2019 AGM & Lunch will again be held on the River Thames at the Tamesis Sailing Club in West London (the website includes location details). The club has good road andRead More…
07Jan/19
A1 Restoration – Transom
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
06Jan/19
A1 Restoration – Trailer
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
05Jan/19
A1 Restoration – Hatches
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
30Dec/18
A1 Restoration – Hull veneering, tools and equipment
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
20Dec/18
A1 Restoration – Keel Support Brackets
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
19Nov/18
A1 Restoration – Somewhere to do it, and initial investigations
Do you need a shed? An often asked question when carrying out work on a boat, the answer to which I would argue is – Yes.
15Nov/18
Restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ 2016 to 2019
I took on the restoration of A1 ‘Atalanta’ in 2016. This post begins a series in which I will document the work done, in text and photographs. There has been an extraordinary interest in A1’s progress. Many thanks to all who have expressed interest.
What’s new? – Archive and technical updates
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…
What’s new – November 2018 Photos Added
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.
11Nov/18
3 piece suit for A169
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…
10Nov/18
Peanut in Beaumaris 2018
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…
31Aug/18
AOA60 – East Coast Race (West Mersea Regatta)
The AOA 60th Birthday East Coast race will again be held around the West Mersea Regatta. The 2017 event was well attended and in our 60th Birthday year we hope to goRead More…
28Aug/18
AOA60 – East Coast Cruise
The Suffolk Rally will lead into a “cruise in company” for as many boats as possible from Suffolk Yacht Harbour to West Mersea from Tuesday 28th to Friday 31st August 2018. NickRead More…
AOA60
AOA60 was a great success. 14 members came from far and wide and 5 Atalantas were co-located at Suffolk Yacht Harbour, Levington, Suffolk. A1 stayed on dry land, but A16, A89, A102Read More…
24Aug/18
AOA60 – Rally in Suffolk
This event is a get-together of Fairey boats, their owners, former owners, members and anyone with an interest in these iconic boats. The AOA60 Rally will be held at Suffolk Yacht HarbourRead More…
16Aug/18
Bluster arrives in Scotland, from Suffolk
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…
30Jul/18
A1 Atalanta gets a new Iron Topsail
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…
26Jul/18
A90 Mourne Goblin – Offers around £5000
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 around £5000.
26Jul/18
A86 Sassi – On the hard….refitting….Surrey
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…
24Jul/18
Recent jobs on A169
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…
OGA East Coast Race
We are repeating our tie-up with the Old Gaffers Association at their OGA East Coast Race. Details are still be worked up and the date is currently provisional.
11Jul/18
A1 is measured up for some James Lawrence sails
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…
11Jul/18
Major Robin Shinkwin
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…
11Jul/18
Someone is always watching…
Spotted in Marans near La Rochelle by no less than two local Fulmar fans ! Looking good, very good! Year/month event occurred: 2015?
10Jul/18
A1 Atalanta Interesting Keel Hoist
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…
09Jul/18
Original Owner
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…
03Jul/18
A1 Atalanta dresses in her new rigging
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…
03Jul/18
A1 Atalanta Trailer (ex Kotora) – a different type of trailer
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…
03Jul/18
A1 Atalanta Restoration – Sunlight for the first time in 18 months
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…
17Jun/18
Site Activity Feed – Never miss a post, blog or comment on the site
AOA Website Site Activity Feed – updates emailed to you so that you never miss a post, blog or comment.
15Jun/18
A162 Nip down to Spain
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…
15Jun/18
A104 Arosa Hull to Whitby in June 2010
I found these images of A104 Arosa whilst looking for something entirely different and thought they might be of interest. Year/month event occurred: June 2010
07Jun/18
A144 CYN For Sale – € 1500 / offers
Yet another year has passed and I haven’t had time to touch Cyn.
She is complete and watertight wooden mast and a yanmar engine which isn’t fitted.
There is a rough yard trailer
Located 30min from Rosslare port
€1500 euro / offers if it’s going to be restored
A160 Moyra from the Archive – use with the RONA Trust
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…
29May/18
Atalanta 26 For Sale – A161 Amber Ellen
Atalanta 26 for sale – A161 Amber Ellen. Based near Ullapool Amber Ellen is offered with a trailer and some interesting modifications including wheel steering. With varnished hull and decks she now needs some attention and TLC. The exterior needs re-finishing and decks may need some repairs. The hull is in sound condition. Amber Ellen has had some interesting modifications through the years including raised tubular toe rails and wheel steering.
21May/18
Atalanta 26: A9 Ereina £2000 ono
Atalanta 26 A9 Ereina is for sale. Ereina is part way through a restoration interrupted due to move to sailing a catamaran. She is out of the water in South Wales. Most repairs have been completed (see photos) – the hull needs stripping back and re-coating. Galvanised 4-wheel trailer almost unused, never been in salt water. Yanmar 1GM10 engine , stainless steel P-bracket. Original Dinky dinghy.
06May/18
A138 Sweet Sue spotted in St Peterport Guernsey
A138 Sweet Sue picture in Guernsey 5th May 218 Year/month event occurred: 5th may 2018
03May/18
A117 Turtle May 2018 – progress in Cornwall
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…
AOA60 Round the World – We’re off!
Please add our Fairey yacht trips to our AOA60 Log Book to help us get round the World.
?? AOA60 – How well do you know Fairey Marine yachts?
The AOA0 Challenge is live – have a go, get on the leaderboard, and maybe learn some new facts about the Fairey Marine Yachts.
22Mar/18
A169 Kerry Piper 100W Solar Panel for 48V charging
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…
06Mar/18
Raising A86 off her trailer after repositioning in the barn
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…
Test FrontEnd Post
This is a test of a Front End Post. Year/month event occurred: 4444
The AOA is 60 Years Old – Celebrate with us
Check out, and Join in our celebration of 60 years.
25Feb/18
A110 Memories from an Owner
These photographs relating to A110 Turnstone (now Trientje P, being restored in Germany) were kindly provided by Richard Slater. [One of the pleasures I get from the website is connecting previous AtalantaRead More…
21Feb/18
Portsmouth Bound Prt 7 Lizard Point to Portsmouth
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…
16Feb/18
2018 AOA AGM
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…