Sailing Barge Edith May

11/10/2024

Edith May heads to London to meet T&W's latest barge, Ardwina.

It wasn't all smooth sailing!

Having taken ownership of the Thames sailing barge Ardwina in February 2024, T&W needed to bring her to her new home at Lower Halstow, Kent.Setting off in Ap...

09/05/2024

We're aiming to sail to the Red Sands Towers next Wednesday, with Edith May and Cambria sailing in company together.

Heading off early from Lower Halstow on 15th, and a slightly later departure on the 18th from Queenborough.

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08/12/2023

Ding D**g Merrily on High!

It's the return of the carol nights aboard Sailing Barge Edith May

On Tuesday 12th, Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd, we'll be led in song by musician Anna Braithwaite and her musical chums.

Join us aboard for chestnuts roasting on an open fire, mulled wine, mince pies, Christmas cheer and a good old festive sing song.

A touch of Christmas magic as musician Anna Braithwaite leads the carols on the barge on the 12th, 21st and 22nd December.

24/07/2023

Edith May is sailing today from Sun Pier:

1200 - Little Skippers - an introduction for 4-12 year olds

1430 and 1830 - Medway River Trips - Suitable for all the family, 90mins out on the river.

There is no charge to come aboard, as we operate on a giving basis - we aim to give you a great experience and it's your choice if you choose sign up as a subscriber or make a donation to keep these old girls sailing!

Tiller & Wheel are offering free sailing experiences to create a sustainable future for all the heritage sailing craft of the East Coast

14/07/2023

Live music returns to the barge next week!

Thursday night with Staggered Ray is sold out, but tickets remain for Friday, featuring Tom Bright and Kelly Stanley & Company as part of the wonderful Sun Pier Sounds.

Get your tickets on T&W's website - https://tillerandwheel.com/product/sun-pier-summer-music-nights

09/06/2023

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30/05/2023

A 1hr Medway River Trip sailing aboard an iconic Thames sailing barge, taking in the historic sights of Chatham Dockyard and Upnor Castle.

30/10/2022

You can enjoy your own private sailing experience for up to 12 people aboard our beautiful Thames sailing barge with a range of options.

23/10/2022

A short film of Edith May taking part in this year's Medway Barge Match.

Edith May switched to the Bowsprit Class on the night of the Match to ensure the Adieu had some competition and there was a good fight in store until misfortune struck!

If you like the idea of coming barge racing, our 'Mate' patron tier (£50+VAT www.patreon.com/tillerandwheel) allows you to join us for the season's racing or some of the other barges take paying guests - drop us a line and we can forward some links.

https://youtu.be/rmyeAVbP7k8

On 21st May 2022, 6 barges entered the Medway Barge Sailing Match - the 113th edition.This is one of the oldest sailing competitions in the world, with barge...

27/05/2022

Next weekend (Sat 4th June) is the Platinum Jubilee Medway River Pageant.

It's looking like a great event, culminating at Sun Pier, Chatham, with 'The Grand Cacophony' at 330pm.

There is an exclusive opportunity to get aboard a sailing barge for the day, taking part in the full Pageant experience. Check out the link below for more details.

Get aboard the historic sailing barge Repertor at Queenborough and take part in the Jubilee Pageant on Saturday 4th June.

24/05/2022

Free sailing this afternoon from Sun Pier. 6 spaces available

An extended cruise from Chatham Maritime Marina, encompassing Napleonic forts, Upnor Castle and the Historic Dockyard

07/05/2022

Did you know two of the most famous racing barges ended their days just round the corner from Edith May's home at Lower Halstow?

We sent a drone up to film them before they completely disappear...

Whilst shaping up the new stem for Edith May, we reflect on how the great racing barges of the 50's and 60's were modified to get every last bit of speed.The...

16/02/2022

A little look back at last summer to when we brought the barge back from Gravesend to the Medway.

Roll on summer!

Following a weekend of beautiful weather running sailing experiences at Gravesend, Kent, UK, as part of Estuary Festival 2021, it was time to take the barge ...

09/02/2022

Just two days left for vessel owners to sign up to the Medway Jubilee Pageant

REGISTER HERE:

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Vessel owners!

Just two more days to sign up for the Medway Jubilee Pageant, taking place on Saturday 4th June.

If you would like to be a part of the event, please ensure you have registered your interest by Friday 11th February.

REGISTER HERE:

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22/01/2022

Highlights of Edith May in last year's Thames Match

On Saturday 14th August, Edith May entered into the Thames Barge Match, competing against Adieu, Marjorie and Blue Mermaid in the Bowsprit Class.We made a gr...

01/01/2022

Happy New Year!

We've just released a new video reviewing the first year of our new community initiative and looking into a bit of what is coming up. If you'd like to view this and more of our future online content, you can sign up for as little as £3+VAT a month.

Wishing you all the best for 2022.

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18/11/2021

The 2021 Swale Match took place on 31st July 2021.The race is an inclusive event, welcoming craft from all over the East Coast and beyond, held on the North ...

17/11/2021

Join the Tiller & Wheel as a Ship's Assistant and become a part of Edith May's story.

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