IN PICTURES: Thames sailing barge marks 100th birthday with cake, shanties, and a new book

By Ben Shahrabi

14th Jul 2022 | Local News

In 2019, the Thames Sailing Barge Trust started the latest phase of her restoration which will see Pudge sailing for many years to come. The Trust raised £738,000, through grants and donations, for Pudge to receive new decks, beams, ceilings, carlings, and a below-deck refit.
In 2019, the Thames Sailing Barge Trust started the latest phase of her restoration which will see Pudge sailing for many years to come. The Trust raised £738,000, through grants and donations, for Pudge to receive new decks, beams, ceilings, carlings, and a below-deck refit.

Crowds gathered at Hythe Quay, Maldon, yesterday afternoon, to mark 100 years of the Thames sailing barge Pudge.

Take a look at the event as told in pictures, or click here to learn more about the barge's fascinating history.

Built in 1922, Pudge is a familiar sight for visitors to the town. (Photo: Thames Sailing Barge Trust)

To mark the occasion, the Thames Sailing Barge Trust published a book about the barge's history, called 'Pudge – the Survivor' which was launched yesterday afternoon.

Maldon Town Mayor Andrew Lay joined in with the festivities (Photo: Gill Carpenter)

Trust volunteers were on hand to make teas and coffees, and there was a vast array of cupcakes, Victoria sponges, chocolate cakes and more on offer. (Photo: Gill Carpenter)

Local shanty crew Mains'l Haul gave a performance, to mark Pudge's 100th birthday. (Photo: Gill Carpenter)

The Thames Sailing Barge Trust sold lots of copies of its new book, and the public showed an interest in the Trust itself, too. (Photo: Gill Carpenter)

Shanty crew Mains'l Haul (L-R: Jeff, Jill, Sue, Ray and Dave) sang in front of the century-old craft. (Photo: Gill Carpenter)

Copies of the book 'Pudge - A Survivor' cost £22.95 plus p&p of £5.00. To purchase one, contact John Rayment on 07587 141 054 or via the Thames Sailing Barge Trust's website.

     

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