Author: James Tomlinson

7th – 9th October Self, James Robinson and Bill Hughes. We were off for five days but the weather was going to deteriorate later in the week so out trip … Continue Reading →

The Orwell to Orford 4th October

Samingo ll in Royal YC Oostende 0830 September 26th left Royal YC Oostende 0900 Oostende Harbour Entrance Engine OFF One of those odd days when one ends up cursing oneself … Continue Reading →

1405 on the 22nd September Orford Haven heading for Belgium Looking back towards Harwich as we approach S Shipwash And not convinced about visibility.  Although it was forecast to improve. … Continue Reading →

10th September, 2013, Suffolk YH. R Orwell Self and James Robinson had prepared ‘Undina’ for the arrival of a potential buyer from Boston, Pat Ilderton who was bringing with him … Continue Reading →

8th September  I had not managed to get to Undina in 2013 until a couple of weeks before.  After a lot of hard work we were going to take her … Continue Reading →

2nd to the 5th September 2nd September.  Ahead ‘Dutch Dream’ with Barry and Sheila Hitchcock and James R  ‘Dutch Dream’ Heading for Suffolk YH OSC Supper in The Lightship SYH. … Continue Reading →

23rd August I was very late getting to ‘Undina’ in 2013 and a major clean was required.  Not least getting some air through her. 28th August And today her teak … Continue Reading →

In the River for Leila’s Birthday At anchor Island Reach above Aldeburgh.  A rare night with Sally on board S ll. It’s my Birthday.  Leila Abley trying out S ll’s … Continue Reading →

5th – 9th August 2013  S ll and me down The Wallett 5th August The result of a brand new bottom! S ll back in Brightlingsea for the first time … Continue Reading →