‘The vigilant’ : The Restoration of a Thames Sailing Barge
by Stuart Brooking, 12 October, 2013, 9 comments
Woodlands.co.uk is helping with the supply of some materials (wood, timber) for the restoration of a majestic Thames sailing barge. The barge is “The Vigilant”, a 109 year old 'Edwardian Lady of the Thames. It is undergoing a complete restoration at Topsham Quay in Devon.
The object of the project, (which will be seeking help from the Heritage Lottery Fund), is to return The Vigilant to sailing condition, so that it serves as a living reminder of the part these trading vessels played in the building of Britain. In its cargo carrying days, it could carry 120 tons. Read more...
