Heritage Marine Foundation
Registered Charity No 1129735
ABOUT US
“I feel there is something almost sacred about building a boat ... It is almost like creating a living being, a boat seems to have a soul and character all her own ... It requires more thought to give a boat a good name than it does a child.”
― John Guzzwell, Trekka Round the World
Larling under construction
Heritage Marine Foundation is based in Downs Road Boat Yard, situated in the historic river port of Maldon on the Blackwater Estuary. Downs Road is well established in the field of traditional boat repairs and restoration. Many substantial rebuilds and refits have taken place here over the years, from classic yachts to working vessels. These have included magnificent Thames Sailing Barges and traditional sailing Smacks of the East Coast.
Downs Road's nucleus of skilled Boat Builders, Shipwrights, Engineers, and Riggers along with their associated trades ensure the yard is an ideal base for the Foundation. Our apprentices are surrounded by a wealth of knowledge and a lifetime of experience, work on major restorations, new builds, and smaller repair projects, providing ample opportunity to learn and try out different skills.
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OBJECTIVES
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TO ADVANCE MARITIME HERITAGE FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY BY:
The preservation, restoration, and operation of historically significant vessels, and the continuation of traditional maritime skills.
The provision of training and work experience in maritime skills to those unable to sponsor themselves through a dedicated program, as well as offering that training to the public at large.
Advancing the education of the public and raising awareness of maritime heritage by maintaining and operating historic vessels, participating in public events, conducting research, and offering education, information, and advice.
TO ADVANCE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT BY PROMOTING SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY BY:
Researching and promoting traditional methods of fishing under sail in order to educate, encourage, and promote the concept of sustainable fishing.
Researching and developing carriage of cargo under sail in order to educate, encourage, and promote the concept of sustainable waterborne freight.
Carrying out research and educating the public into the sources of pollution at sea and promoting clean seas and responsibility for local marine environments .
Contact Us
apprentices@heritage-marine.com
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HERITAGE MARINE FOUNDATION
Downs Road Boatyard
Maldon Essex CM9 5HG
01621 770796
