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Tuesday, 4 October 2011

Broads Yacht Valkyrie

I had a trip to Reedham Ferry on the South Broads today to Survey this lovely old Broads Yacht. Built by Ernest Collins way back in 1937.

Collins History: The start of the pleasure boating business on the Broads is often associated with Loynes of Wroxham, but another family started a hire craft business which can claim to be the second oldest on the Broads and subsequently, one of its most famous – the Collins family. In the 1930’s, the yard built a series of yachts, all of which were mahogany-planked and bright varnished, giving a distinctive appearance. These included four 30ft, 5 berth yachts, known as the “Valkyrie” class.....
Valkyrie back in her Heyday......



Reedham Village in the distance


Lifting her out for inspection

Amazing old 'Derrick' at Reedham, one of the oldest left operating in the country...

A couple of seams to re-caulk before putting her back in the water

No valves no tanks! The toilet waste goes straight out through the bottom of the loo!


Anyone fancy a project... the Yard have a Corvette 32 hull and superstructure up for sale for £12K. Contact Sandersons of Reedham for more info.