Dennett Boat Builder
@DennettBoat
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We have the pleasure and experience of maintaining and restoring a wide range of traditional vessels to exceptional standards.
Joined August 2016
Last preparations for #flagshipoftheyear 2021 @breda1931 for the trip to #Ramsgate visiting #teddington 04/08 & #queenborough 05/08 @VisitRamsgateUK 06-08/08 @NatHistShips @Dunkirk_Ships
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Lifeboat that saw action at Dunkirk painstakingly restored. Many many thanks to @DennettBoat for their skill and vision #Iomspc @Dunkirk_Ships #dunkirklitteships #classicwoodenboats #dunkirkreturn2020 #ladyofmann
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The Lady of Mann was lifeboat number eight on board the passenger ship RMS Lady of Mann, which brought 4,262 men back to England in May 1940. Matt Cain, 44, paid £3,000 for it in 2009 and restored it.
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It has been a huge privilege to participate in the @Dunkirk_Ships tribute sail past at Home Park in honour of HRH Prince Philip and welcome our Honorary Admiral HRH Prince Michael of Kent
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This week we have launched our new website. https://t.co/L26GnmBFzF Check out our portfolio to read about some of our restorations or browse through the page dedicated to the many Dunkirk Little Ships we have cared for or to see what is up and coming visit our Latest Projects.
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Dennett Boat Builders, traditional boat builders, restoring a wide range of vessels from river launches, seagoing motor yachts, superyacht tenders and vessels of historical importance. Dennetts...
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Restoration completed on 1929 Gentleman's Launch. Built by Bowick's of Bowness-on-Windermere, 33ft Carvel Teak on Oak. Bottom, ribs and partial keel replaced and all over decorate.
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Nominated for prestigious @ClassicBoatMag award , @Dunkirk_Ships Makaira restored to her former glorious self. steeped in WWII history, served from 1940 to 1948. Vote at the below link , thank you https://t.co/hRdKnzquaV
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Yesterday’s sundowner: a Dunkirk Little Ship - the single most moving sight on the river all year...
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Gorgeous restoration of a perfectly formed little boat . Out for trials today with owners , great day for lunch on the Thames. Very proud of Grace
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BBC South East filming at the yard today about Dunkirk Littke Ship Subdowner to catch it watch 6pm news
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This morning there will be a piece about Sundowner in BBC Radio Kent. Just past 8am tune in to hear about her forthcoming restoration and amazing history
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Dunkirk Little Ship Sundowner arrived at our yard this morning. Moored alongside fellow DLS @Breda1931 and Gay Venture, her new home for the next few years during her restoration. We are very proud to be able to work on a boat of such historical importance.
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Dunkirk 'Little Ship' which rescued 130 troops is sold for £40,000 https://t.co/D4wmwSgfzh via @MailOnline
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Dunkirk Little Ship the Sundowner is on its way to Dennett's Boat Builders in Chertsey, Surrey, where it will undergo a two year restoration before it is handed to its new owner.
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Looking forward to her arriving with us later today
@GravesendInPics @GravesendTCM @LondonPortAuth @Dunkirk_Ships @visit_gravesend Dunkirk little ship sundown on her way to London from Ramsgate
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Sundowner off Gravesend earlier today. Overnight at Imperial Wharf then on up-river to Laleham.
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@mattcai96961678 @DennettBoat @Dunkirk_Ships Looking good Matt - a lovely day to be out on the river!
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@Dunkirk_Ships Aquabelle leaving @DennettBoat today with new engines, heading for mooring at Windsor. 80 years to the day of her return to the Thames from Dunkirk. Pilot will be the Grandson of the original owner Benjamin Taylor.
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BBC interview with Titanic survivor & @RNReserve Cdr Charles Lightoller about his trip to #Dunkirk board @Dunkirk_Ships Sundowner, broadcast for the 10th anniversary of the evacuation in May 1950 #WW2
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SUNDOWNER UPDATE. Due to unforeseen circumstances the departure has been delayed for a day. She will be leaving Ramsgate tomorrow at 11.00 making for Imperial Wharf in London and on up to Chertsey on Monday. See Sundowner here
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The Association of Dunkirk Little Ships is an association of vessels that took part in the dramatic rescue of British, French and other allied soldiers in May/June 1940.
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SUNDOWNER left Ramsgate at 11.30 heading for Imperial Wharf, London, this evening.
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