Shipwrighting & Repairs

Keeping a traditional vessel afloat requires practical skill, an understanding of her structure and the ability to recognise and repair deterioration. This collection explores shipwrighting, maintenance, repair work and the craftsmanship involved in caring for wooden ships.

Articles, photographs and technical records help preserve the knowledge behind the work, from individual repairs to the larger task of maintaining a historic vessel.

The collection grows as new material is contributed and verified.