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HISTORIC THAMES SAILING BARGE 'GRETA' WHITSTABLE
Launched in 1892 'GRETA' is one of the oldest remaining Thames sailing barges left in Britain. Their heyday came at the turn of the 20th century when over 2,000 were on the shipping registry and working in and around the Thames Estuary and the old London Docks. Only thirty barges remain with a few still working as pleasure craft. In 1940 Greta took part in Operation Dynamo to rescue troops from Dunkirk. You can now have a trip on board 'GRETA' from Whitstable Harbour during the warmer months.
THE 2021 SAILING SAILING SEASON HAS ENDED - GRETA HAS RETURNED TO FAVERSHAM FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. WE WILL BE BACK IN WHITSTABLE NEXT APRIL FOR THE 2022 SAILING SEASON. ORDER GIFT VOUCHER FOR 2022
Safety Notes for all Passengers
Passengers board and disembark at their own risk via a near vertical ladder attached to the Harbour wall. Passengers must ensure that they wear suitable clothing and flat footwear. A safety briefing is given on board prior to sailing.
Maximum of up to 12 passengers on each trip
Steve Norris - Greta Owner/Skipper
GRETA IS AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE CHARTERS & DAY TRIPS AROUND THE THAMES ESTUARY - SAILING FROM WHITSTABLE HARBOUR - UP TO 12 PASSENGERS WITH JUST 8 PASSENGERS ON THAMES SAILING BARGE MATCH DAYS IF 'GRETA' IS TAKING PART IN THE MATCH.
Sailings are subject to Wind & Weather conditions
Greta is listed on the National Historic Ships Register UK Certificate No. 206