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Building a fishing boat, St Ives, Cornwall
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Building a fishing boat, St Ives, Cornwall
Andrew Besley, boat builder, building a 20 foot traditional wooden fishing boat at St Ives, Cornwall. It is designed to work off a steep pebble beach of the kind found in East Devon. It was built to order, with an oak keel and steamed oak ribs, and planked in Scottish Douglas fir. (2 of 4)
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In this evocative photograph, we witness the skillful hands of Andrew Besley, a boat builder, as he constructs a traditional 20-foot wooden fishing boat in the picturesque town of St Ives, Cornwall, UK. The boat, designed to work off the steep, challenging pebble beaches of East Devon, is a testament to the rich maritime history of the region. The boat, built to order, boasts an oak keel and steamed oak ribs, which provide the boat's structure and stability. The planks, meticulously placed, are made of Scottish Douglas fir, a durable and robust timber that is well-suited for the harsh marine environment. The boat's design harks back to the 1970s, a time when such boats were a common sight along the UK's coastline. Andrew's workshop is filled with the sights, sounds, and smells of boatbuilding. Woodworking tools and equipment are scattered about, and the air is thick with the scent of freshly cut wood. The boat's construction is a labor-intensive process, requiring a high degree of precision and attention to detail. The boat's historical significance is not lost on Andrew, who is passionate about preserving the traditions of the past. The boat's design is a nod to the rich maritime heritage of the region, and its construction is a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the boat builder. The boat's length of 20 feet may be small, but the impact it will have on the sea is immeasurable. As Andrew continues to work on the boat, we are reminded of the importance of preserving traditional skills and the role they play in our cultural heritage. The boat, once completed, will not only be a beautiful addition to the St Ives harbor but also a living testament to the rich maritime history of the region.
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