Heybridge Basin (Cannibal Island)

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Boatbuilding

Stewart Tolfrey

Son of Peter Tolfrey, Stewart began the restoration of small craft in the 'Red Shed' alongside the Canal Basin shortly after leaving school, often working together with Peter Brookes. He later went on to build larger craft before unfortunately passing away unexpectedly. He also worked from the shed beside his house (originally the first 'The Old Ship' pub).

01 (above) Stewart Tolfrey (on the right) and Peter Brookes working on their boats in front of Stewart's 'Red Shed'. Peter is putting the finishing touches to his red boat that he rebuilt. Stuart's blue 'Nadine' is to the left of the picture which he has nearly finished. Pic about 1981.