Come along to Pioneer Sailing Trust in Brightlingsea, and spend a hands-on day learning from our highly experienced boat restorers. You’ll get the chance to try traditional boatbuilding and restoration skills, discover the techniques that help keep our historic boats sailing, and make a few things of your own to take home.
What will you try?
• Steam bending oak
• Roving
• Dovetail joints
• Caulking
• Knots
You’ll also make your own wooden phone holder and rope keyring to take home with you!
A fish & chip lunch is included!
Dates:
• 17th October 2026
• 14th November 2026
• 13th February 2027
£119 per person. Participants must be 14 or over. Under-18s must attend with a responsible adult, and we offer a special price of £149 for a young person and their accompanying adult.
Only 8 spaces are available on each day, so don’t miss out!
To book your place, email bookings.pioneer@gmail.com
Come and get stuck in, learn some traditional skills and enjoy a unique day at Pioneer Sailing Trust!
Zone East