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…
17Nov/19
07Nov/19
A1 Atalanta floats for the first time in over 25 years
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…
07Nov/19
Membership Subscriptions – Simplified for 2020
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…
Re-Restoration for Relaunch!
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…
New owner and location
Pilgrim is now ashore at Ullswater and owned by; John Hamilton Jr. , > Barrow in Furness Cumbria
29Oct/19
November 2019 Classic Boat – Atalanta as an ‘Affordable Classic’
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…
06Oct/19
A38 – across Canada
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.Read More…
01Sep/19
2019-20 Bulletin – Contributions please
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…
12Aug/19
Ex Owner seeks photos of Aquilo sailing for a painting
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…
2019 East Coast Rally – Final Programme
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…
15Jul/19
Southampton Boat Show 2019
Owners Associations exhibit afloat at the show Always a good show, this year it has an extra dimension for us fanciers of older craft. Our old friend John Goode has organised forRead More…
03Jul/19
A176 Persephone – Last Call (2019)
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…
01Jul/19
Diesel Bug in Fuel Tank
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…
Modification – F53 ?
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…
June 2019: Website Updated – hope you like it..
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…
13Jun/19
Bluster in two big bits (and many small bits)
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…
22May/19
Base camp Terrapin
base camp established we are missing the magneto from the Coventry and need a model number we are also wanting all the sponge replicating Title: IMG_20190516_202940Caption: A49 Terrapina Port Quarter
21May/19
2019 Atalanta Owners in Bristol 11th May
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…
21May/19
Saving A49 Terrapin
I saw A49 on ebay and I am bringing her home to restore.
11Apr/19
Refit of Bluster Started
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…
05Apr/19
Colchide back in the water
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…
10Mar/19
Atalanta trailer winter refurbishing
Title: 4 completed Rear RCaption: Forward chock bolted trough mudguard support brackets Title: Rear chock bracketCaption: Bolted to frame and rear chock Title: Rear chock bolt – through angle bracketsCaption: 12 mmRead More…
04Mar/19
2019 AGM Tamesis Sailing Club
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…
2019 AGM
The 2019 AGM was a great success and thanks again to the Tamesis Club for allowing us to use their beautiful Club on the banks of the River Thames. Below are someRead More…
28Feb/19
A1 Restoration – Spars, Rigging, Sails
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.
21Feb/19
A1 Restoration – Topside Veneering
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.
14Feb/19
Wood needs to breathe – A59 Julietta re-launch delayed
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…
14Feb/19
A1 Restoration – Aft cabin companionway and cockpit coaming
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.
10Feb/19
A1 Restoration – Engine Space
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.
09Feb/19
Wooden Mast and Boom Rebuild
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…
04Feb/19
A1 Restoration – Foredeck Veneering
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.
31Jan/19
A1 and A105 Head to Toe
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…
30Jan/19
A1 Restoration – Aft Deck Veneering
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.
29Jan/19
2019 AGM, Meet-Ups, Cruises and Rallies
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…
28Jan/19
Atalanta Mary hibernates
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…
22Jan/19
A1 Restoration – The Cockpit Area
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.
21Jan/19
Spring Get-together, Underfalls Yard Bristol
Fairey Atalanta Owners Association Meet Up in Bristol 11th May 2015. An opportunity to talk Atalantas, sailing, boats and anything that takes our fancy.
07Jan/19
2019 East Coast Rally & Race (West Mersea)
(Photo copyright of West Mersea Town Regatta) The West Mersea Regatta is on 17 August 2019. As always, Atalantas will get together for a natter and then take part racing for theRead 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 2020
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. Although the photographs are individually availableRead More…
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…