We are a small friendly team, whose total experience and knowledge of all things nautical exceeds 150 years. Our individual skill sets complement each other’s, enabling us to support our clients with all their needs and queries. We like to work hard, but also enjoy socialising out of hours and we will often all be found down the local after work enjoying a ‘bevy’ or two.
Richard Kember ‘The Boss’
Starting as a Shipwright before acquiring the marina, Richard developed the marina from a mud hole accommodating just 20 boats in 1985 into one of the premier independant marinas on the East Coast. With vast experience of the River Deben he is considered a true local amongst the local boating fraternity. Hands on and with a wealth of experience, Richard can be seen driving the crane, welcoming visitors and is happy to help you with any aspect of the marina’s activities.
Mark ‘Coops’
Mark is the Marina Manager who has been with us for 20 years and has over 30 years experience in the marine industry.
Mark is a good source of local information and can often be found following the ‘historic tour of Woodbridge’ encompassing a variety of local pubs.
Mike ‘The Pipe’
If you can’t find him, look for the smoke signals… Mike is the Harbour Master and can often be found in the workboat in and among the pontoons.
Whilst Mark is a big fan of GRP, Mike is more the Old Wooden Smack type.. When Mike wins the lottery, he’s going to buy 300 gallons of black tar, but we’re not sure if that’s for caulking a Bawley Trawler or for the pipe!
Steve ‘Sparky’
Steve is a round Britain sailor, musician and a demon with a voltmeter! With vast knowledge of marine electronics, Steve can assist with installations, diagnostics and fault finding.
I am very pleased to announce that Steve Ward recently passed his National Marine Electronics Association exams and is now a qualified Marine Electronics Installer! Whether you require installation of a modern navigation system, your autopilot needs upgrading or your GPS sorted, Steve is your man!
Henry “known as Henry!”
You may well recognise Henry as he spent many weekends at the marina in his youth helping out. Now a qualified Mechanical Engineer he is trained in all aspects of engineering work and specialises in hydraulics. Keen to help, if you need any advice he’s your man!