Build a boat, row a boat
Faversham is a coastal town, served by a tidal creek that once had thriving boatyards that even built a ship for the battle against the Spanish Armada in 1588. Sadly, for many people in our town, the last time they took to the water was for a channel ferry crossing. At Cinque Ports Rowing, we’re working on getting people back in touch with Faversham’s amazing maritime heritage by getting hands-on!
We’re building boats in Faversham!
The Faversham community boatbuilding project is building it’s four St Ayles Skiffs – 22ft, coastal rowing skiffs that can accommodate four rowers and a cox.
Participants in previous Boatbuilding Experiences in our area and more widely have described their participation as a tremendously positive experience that allowed them to learn new skills and understanding. It has been particularly helpful for those living with depression and anxiety, offering a calm, meditative environment in which to gently re-build links with their local community.
Of course, once the Skiffs are built, there will be endless opportunities for the local community to learn to row, race and generally muck about on the water – exercise, friendship and community.
We’re rowing boats in Faversham
We regally row our St Ayle Skiffs in Faversham Creek, rowing events and races. Everyone is welcome, please give it a try.
Get Involved
Participation in the project is free (however, if you can make a donation, it would be greatly appreciated). Tutor-led workshop sessions are available throughout much of the week, including after-school sessions and Saturdays when you will work as part of a small team on a St Ayles Skiff that is under construction.
Before you can book in to join us, please complete an Enrolment Form and return it to hello@cinqueportsrowing.org.
How to find us?
We’re at the Purifier Building, to the rear of Morrison’s on North Lane, Faversham.
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