Our crew members will be taking part in the Great River Race,
a 22 mile marathon on the River Thames from Ham to Greenwich. They will
be rowing the Stancomb Wills, a replica gig from Shackleton’s
1914 Antarctic Expedition, to raise money to sponsor places for children
and disabled people to enjoy a trip on board the Richmond Venturer
our specially equipped barge.
The
race starts at 2.05pm and goes downstream through the centre of London.
Whatever your vantage point, from the towpath or on a bridge, please
give us an extra loud cheer as we row by!
We
would like to thank Cargostore
International for giving us the opportunity to row in this event.
For the rental or purchase of shipping and storage containers contact
www.cargostore.com.
The Great British Duck Race
Sunday 31st August 2008 at Hampton Court. The
organisers are hoping to race 250,000 plastic ducks for 1 mile down the
Thames and break their own world record of 125,000 set last year. First
duck past the finishing line wins £10,000.
Please click on either picture to adopt a duck on
behalf of the Boat Project.
The River Thames Boat Project is a registered charity that aims
to give people the chance to access the Thames, to discover this
fascinating river and learn about its environment. We provide
opportunities for personal and social development, and encourage
people to become more independent by participating in running the Richmond Venturer, our specially adapted barge.The
Venturer is available for day cruises, residential voyages or
for static hire - as a floating classroom or for meetings or social
events.
Where we go
Voyages normally
start from Kingston; the cruising area is between the Thames Barrier
and Windsor.
Day cruises
usually go up river past Hampton Court Palace to Walton or
Shepperton, where we stop for lunch. The boat returns to Kingston in
the late afternoon.
Alternatively, longer residential
voyages upriver to Windsor can be arranged. Cruises downstream
provide a chance to see London, its bridges and landmarks from the
perspective of the Thames. Please note that all downstream cruises
are dependent on the tides, which change daily. Please speak to our
Project Manager who will help you plan your cruise.
The
barge is well appointed with a large galley - fitted with gas
cooker, fridge, double sink, microwave, plus a good selection of
crockery and cutlery - a spacious saloon, sleeping accommodation for
ten passengers and four crew, two toilets and showers accessible to
wheelchair users, a lift which provides access from the main deck to
the accommodation below for those who cannot manage the stairs,
safety equipment and a dinghy. The wheelhouse and upper deck offer
superb views of the Thames and the scenery.
The Boat Project employs a qualified
skipper, who has overall responsibility for the Venturer and
everyone on board. The crew, who are volunteers, undergo regular
training. They run the boat and will be happy to help your group.
Many are knowledgeable about the river and all will be pleased to
talk to members of the group during the day but they are not trained
carers and do not provide personal care.
