Heybridge Basin (Cannibal Island)

The 1977 Regatta

(above) The trophys and prizes donated by local businesses and villagers awaiting presentation. An envelope with a token small amount of cash enclosed plus a comemorative plaque was awarded to the winner and second and third of each event.

(above) Spectators and the 'Committee Tower'.

(above) The spectators

(above) the 'Mens Sculling Race'.

(above) Peter Brookes wining the 'Mens Sculling Race'.

(above) 'Mens Doubles Rowing race'.

(above) Douglas Stoker.

(above) 'Ladies Rowing Race'. Sue Polden in the foreground and Anna Woodcraft near the sea wall.

(above) 'Ladies Rowing Race', Christine Brookes

(above) preparation for the 'Raft Race'.

(above) Rafts at the start wire.

(above) 'Persephone'.

(above) 'Greasy Pole Event'. Tom polden being steadied at the start by Keith Harman.

(above) 'Greasy Pole Event', Tom Polden takes the flag with a flying back flip. Anthony Stebbens is standing in the rescue dinghy.

(above) 'Greasy Pole Event'. Christine Brookes.

(above) 'Greasy Pole Event'. Colin Evans or Ralph Critch.

(above) 'Greasy Pole Event'. Paddy Mulville ?. Anthony Stebbens with hat standing in rescue boat.

(above) Peter Brookes first winner of the 'David Picton Memorial Cup' for the Sculling event. Mrs Picton the mother of David is behind to the left wearing glasses.