Bob Clunas on the The Swan
Bob Clunas was invited to sail on the The Swan, from Lerwick, Shetland to Ålesund, Norway. 4 -10th August, seven days sailing and 340 nautical miles. Bob will be going back in September to sail her from the Lofotens back to Shetland . Wish him 'fair winds and rolling home'.
Breakwater report !
Breakwater report from Harbour Trust director Robin Hamilton:
"During September A.G. Thomson brought in 150 tonnes of rock armour to reshape the breakwater, mainly at the Cromwell side to strengthen and raise the level. Also many of the existing larger stones were repositioned on the front face to make better use of them. It is proposed to bring in further rock armour next year after seeing how the strengthened breakwater reacts to Dunbar's winter storms."
Branders being installed in Cromwell Harbour
These branders are being installed in the Cromwell Harbour to protect the fishing boats in bad weather. The boats will ride against them, thus dampening any surge-effect during storms and will eliminate the risk of the boats being thrown onto the quayside in extreme conditions.
Stop Press: The first of the branders has already been fitted, the remaining installations depend on weather and tidal conditions being suitable and resources being available at those times; it is an ongoing project.
Soldiers and Sailors of the ’45
October 20, 2018. Historical reenactment.
A superb event from the actors, helpers and organisers of the Soldiers and Sailors of the '45 held on Saturday October 20 at Dunbar Battery. A great day of drama, meeting the 'protagonists', and seeing the various drills and demonstrations.
