History

The early 1900's found the River Lynher hosting a very productive stone quarrying era. The land was owned by the Lord of The Manor, who additionally farmed the surrounding hills. At it's height, up to 300 men were employed in the quarrys, providing the material that would eventually be transported by road and river, to the wider UK and mainland Europe. The majority of the material was transported from the old quay (Where we now have the slip), to river barges, which then transferred the spoils to ocean going vessels anchored in The Sound. The quarrying became uneconomical in the early 1970's and the yard gate was closed.

In the mid 1970's, the potential to re-focus the area as a private boatyard was recognised, and Boating World was born. Numerous quarry buildings were revitalised and adapted for boatyard use, with many of them still evident today. Two major build projects were embarked upon in the late 1980's; the main building, which now houses the yard office, the chandlery, and engine shed, and secondly, the building on the river bank, which became the home of wooden boat and vintage car restoration. This building will ultimately become our training centre and conference facility, housing integral accommodation.

We purchased the yard In March 2004. First impressions of the place, after navigating the private access road (And the following description might not be understood by everyone), "Was the Falklands with trees". Dead boats, trailers, cradles, leaky roofs, broken windows....the image is still vivid! However, looking through all of that, at an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty located within the Coastal Zone, a Site of Great Scientific Value and Site of Special Scientific Interest, we had found our enchanted valley. We are slowly turning the yard around, focusing on our customers requirments, with the aim of making Boating World a friendly & professionally managed, family owned boatyard, whilst remaining conscious to the fact, that value for money is close to everyone's heart.

We look forward to meeting up and assisting you in safely realising full enjoyment from your boat.