Become a Bessie benefactor
Support this Wells whelker and Dunkirk Little Ship's restoration back to a working life on the water.
Join the crew determined to bring Bessie back to working life by funding her restoration with Rescue Wooden Boats!
What will it take? At least:
- 2 oak trees
- 1 larch tree
- 3,000 copper fastenings
- New sail, spars & rigging
- Engine, engine fittings & controls
- Lots of paint
- 2,000 highly skilled working hours over a few years
- Educational filming of the work
Your help will see Bessie seaworthy again! You can;
- Make a standing order for a regular donation to support Bessie's ongoing restoration by completing standing order and gift aid forms.
- Make a one-off donation to support Bessie's restoration with a UK BACS transfer.
See bank details for BACS transfer donations, standing order form and Gift Aid form to the right →
