The Skippers Blog
A Cargo of Timber to Kent
16/04/2024
Ed Gransden asked if we would like to take some wood belonging to Ardwina from Kevin Finch’s yard at Fullbridge to Lower Halstow where it will be used on her. We said yes and asked… Read More
News from the Barge
15/03/2023
New for 2023! A cargo load-line for Blue Mermaid.
Blue Mermaid has been issued with her official permit to carry cargo under sail. This is a very exciting new development for Sea-Change Sailing Trust, and will enable us to provide real purpose to… Read More
News from the Barge
18/10/2022
There’s no such thing as bad weather
Our Thames sailing barge Blue Mermaid has no engine and uses just wind and tide for propulsion. Read More
News from the Barge
24/08/2022
Learning through outdoor activity
Young people who sail on a residential voyage onboard Blue Mermaid fully participate in all activities during their stay with us. They learn skills such as resilience, team working, communication, and leadership whilst working together… Read More
News from the Barge
13/06/2022
The value of Sail Training
Sea-Change Sailing Trust is a member of The Association of Sail Training Organisations. ASTO have commissioned researched into the effect of residential sail training voyages on the lives of participants. Group leaders reported the following… Read More
News from the Barge
05/05/2022
Blue Mermaid – A film star!
Sea-Change Sailing Trust is working with film maker Huw Wahl and production assistant Rose Ravetz in the creation of a feature length film exploring the artistry of engineless sailing. For most of history relying on… Read More
News from the Barge
13/04/2022
Discover Your Talents And The Value Of Teamwork
Participating in a residential voyage onboard Blue Mermaid enables our clients to try things they have never done before – to discover their talents and understand the value of teamwork. Someone has to go out… Read More
News from the Barge
05/04/2022
Hoorah! We Are Under Sail Again After The Winter Refit!
We have our first trainees of the season. They are a little older than our usual customers! We are addressing the skills shortage in the historic Thames sailing barge fleet. This is a PLA funded… Read More