'Zeta' Goes Home

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   Two weeks ago the owners of the boat yard, where 'Zeta' has resided for the last few years, finally decided that they would cut her up with chain-saws, as they were fed up with with her taking up valuable space and getting no income! Two potential buyers were unable to finalise purchase. However they gave me two days grace so that I could take some photos. Several phone calls later, the MTB102 trust wholeheartedly agreed to take her, as she was a 'Brooke Marine' boat built in Lowestoft, a price was negotiated with the boatyard, their proviso was that she had to be gone within two weeks.  Again several phone calls later transport was arranged. 'Zeta' was loaded yesterday, and is due to be delivered to Newsons this afternoon.
This arrangement is being funded by a temporary loan until funds can be obtained. The transport costs are £700, some donations have already been promised but other offers will be very welcome, the most effective method would be to use the 'gift aid' system via the MTB102 trust (for every £100 donated good old Gordon Brown will give £28 making a total of £128 - What a nice bloke!) details available at mtb@online.co.uk
Richard and Keith at Newsons have come up with  an opportunity for you folk who would like 'hands-on' and  practical involvement with 'Zeta's' restoration - they are hoping to be able  to provide volunteer accommodation, (so book your holidays with the 102/Newsons leisure centre!)
So there we are, we've saved one!
I will post some photos when I get a chance and hopefully Richard and Keith will keep us up to date with progress.

Edited by ForumManager - 27 March 2009 at 2:01pm

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David Earle-Pay Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 08 May 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 59	Post Options Post Reply Quote David Earle-Pay Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: 'Zeta' Goes Home Posted: 27 March 2009 at 12:56pm
	Two weeks ago the owners of the boat yard, where 'Zeta' has resided for the last few years, finally decided that they would cut her up with chain-saws, as they were fed up with with her taking up valuable space and getting no income! Two potential buyers were unable to finalise purchase. However they gave me two days grace so that I could take some photos. Several phone calls later, the MTB102 trust wholeheartedly agreed to take her, as she was a 'Brooke Marine' boat built in Lowestoft, a price was negotiated with the boatyard, their proviso was that she had to be gone within two weeks. Again several phone calls later transport was arranged. 'Zeta' was loaded yesterday, and is due to be delivered to Newsons this afternoon. This arrangement is being funded by a temporary loan until funds can be obtained. The transport costs are £700, some donations have already been promised but other offers will be very welcome, the most effective method would be to use the 'gift aid' system via the MTB102 trust (for every £100 donated good old Gordon Brown will give £28 making a total of £128 - What a nice bloke!) details available at mtb@online.co.uk Richard and Keith at Newsons have come up with an opportunity for you folk who would like 'hands-on' and practical involvement with 'Zeta's' restoration - they are hoping to be able to provide volunteer accommodation, (so book your holidays with the 102/Newsons leisure centre!) So there we are, we've saved one! I will post some photos when I get a chance and hopefully Richard and Keith will keep us up to date with progress. Edited by ForumManager - 27 March 2009 at 2:01pm
	David Earle-Payne Make it idiot proof, and then someone will make a better idiot!

David Earle-Pay Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 08 May 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 59	Post Options Post Reply Quote David Earle-Pay Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 March 2009 at 2:24pm
	Edited by ForumManager - 27 March 2009 at 7:23pm
	David Earle-Payne Make it idiot proof, and then someone will make a better idiot!

Whitelady Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 30 June 2008 Location: Lowestoft Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote Whitelady Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 March 2009 at 2:32pm
	Hurrah! Well done to the MTB 102 Trust.
	You don't own a boat, a boat owns you.

Whitelady Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 30 June 2008 Location: Lowestoft Status: Offline Points: 75	Post Options Post Reply Quote Whitelady Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 27 March 2009 at 2:40pm
	Oh and P.S I'm sure I may be able to put something towards the restoration, albeit only a small amount financially as I've got my MSPB to look after too. If I can be of any assistance with the restoration please do not hesitate to contact me Richard.
	You don't own a boat, a boat owns you.

johnk Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 March 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1355	Post Options Post Reply Quote johnk Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 28 March 2009 at 10:01am
	Indeed, great news, just need to check the old bank account, know what it will say but will do my best, but sure that hands will be most appreciated, again see what I can do, very generous of MTB 102 trust to allow donations, of course she hereself needs support. Look forward to developements with her and the yard. Johnk

rozm2 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 07 June 2006 Status: Offline Points: 99	Post Options Post Reply Quote rozm2 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 29 March 2009 at 1:31pm
	What excellent news, unfortunatley Lewina wasn't so lucky (as I understand it both boats were owned by the same gent). What happened to Zeta's engines, are they still with her or is a search now on for 2 S6M's?

johnk Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 March 2006 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1355	Post Options Post Reply Quote johnk Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 31 March 2009 at 8:45am
	Yes, great pics of Zeta in the shed, did not know Lewina was owned by the same guy, great pity she met her end in breaking, as I say, will try and offer what I can, Johk

rozm2 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Groupie Joined: 07 June 2006 Status: Offline Points: 99	Post Options Post Reply Quote rozm2 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 31 March 2009 at 5:35pm
	I believe so, though can't confirm it, Lewina unfortunatley came to a similar fate, the moorings owner got fed up of waiting and put a match to her, rediculous really since I was in negotiations to go down and view her, but she was cut up before I got there!

Magic Fingers Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 19 March 2007 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 113	Post Options Post Reply Quote Magic Fingers Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 03 April 2009 at 9:16pm
	Work has already started on Zeta although we anticipate this being a long term project. If anyone would like to help this project funds are required as we have to pay the private loan back and the transport costs. All details of the MTB102 Trust can be found on www.mtb102.com also a form can be downloaded with the gift aid declaration on it. It is also possible for keen savers of historic military craft to come and do their bit for Zeta. Just contact me via web site or at mtb102@ukonline.co.uk Richard.
	If it ain't broke don't fix it!