Terra Nova looking a little the worse for wear at the back of the boatyard – but work on refurbishment will get under way soon, says Mort

Out flooded the workers…

Mort Smith recently asked readers for their memories of the Walton Yacht Company. Here are just some of the reminiscences you’ve been keen to share

Headway for the Medway

I was absolutely delighted to receive an email from Alan and Jean Barrett of Walton following on from my piece about the restoration of the old paddle steamer, the Medway Queen, in last week’s Herald and News.

Jumble so much fun for boating enthusiasts

At any time of year there are few prettier places in the UK than the New Forest – but for boat owners there’s a special reason to head south on Sunday, April 29 because that’s when the country’s biggest boat jumble takes place at Beaulieu.