Morris Tolhurst
Today was the funeral of MSBA Treasurer Morris Tolhurst, who died on 18 July, aged 69. He owned Beacon Boatyard at Borstal, near Rochester, and was father of our Patron, Kelly Tolhurst MP. He...
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Commodore of local club crosses Atlantic TWICE, single-handed
Segas Sailing Club commodore John Molloy has returned safely back into UK waters arriving off Hugh Town in the Scilly Isles late this afternoon. Some time ago John left the UK to sail around...
Vacancy at Chatham Marina
Emma Crompton, Manager at Chatham Maritime Marina, is looking for a Seasonal Team Member to provide additional resource during the busiest operating months. This role will be available for a fixed term period between...
Boatperson vacancy at MYC
Medway Yacht Club is looking to appoint a Sunday trot boat driver. This is a paid position, hours are 0900 to 1800 on Sundays and Bank Holidays in the racing season (April – October)....
SB Raybel is recruiting
Thames Sailing Barge Raybel, moored at Milton Creek in Sittingbourne, is recruiting: Assistant/Trainee Shipwright Full Time With restoration work now underway we are looking for someone to join the shipwright team. A rare opportunity to work...
Vacancy for Chief Instructor at Medway YC
Medway Yacht Club is looking for an RYA Senior Instructor to take on the Chief Instructor role on a full time, permanent basis. The role requires a flexible approach with the successful candidate working...
Missing swimmer at Harty Ferry
Kent Police have asked boaters to keep a look out for a man who went for a swim in the Swale yesterday at Harty Ferry (near Oare Creek) and has not returned. A body...
Shock at threat to burn local author’s boat
The MSBA is saddened and shocked that local author, Nick “ditch crawler” Ardley, has received a threat to burn his beloved wooden yacht following his expression of anger at boats anchoring overnight in Stangate...
Briggs recruiting for marine services with Peel Ports
Briggs Marine have been chosen by Peel Ports as the preferred bidder to provide a range of marine services at the Port of Sheerness. After completing the contract agreements they hope to start the...
The MSBA needs you!
The Medway & Swale Boating Association exists to support the local boating community. We are looking for new committee members, especially someone to take on the role of Secretary. We also need someone with...
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