Scaffolding being fitted round Britannia
1st Choice Scaffolding has started placing the scaffolding round Britannia’s hull. This structure will enable the work to commence, giving access to the boat […]
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K1 Britannia Overview
A very British legacy, the yacht Britannia, a replica of the King's famed racing yacht is being restored by the K1 Britannia team in Cowes on the Isle of Wight. K1 Britannia's aim is to reclaim the legacy and heritage of Britannia, to make her a flagship for charity and a whole range of activities and projects around the world.
Wherever Britannia is seen, people will know that history is being made, her legacy is being brought back so that her noble heritage may be shared with the world. It’s all in her Latin motto: Quibus Nobilis Est Animus - Those with Noble Hearts.
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Britannia Giving
During the months Britannia is not being used by the Trust for charity projects, Britannia will be gifted to 50-100 charities a year as a floating venue to be used for small and medium charity fundraisers internationally.
A department of highly specialized event planners will arrange charity events, dinners, donor events, outreaches, sailing adventures, etc.
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Britannia Kids
K1 Kids will be a community for young people that encourages lifelong associations with the Britannia, and in addition provides an environment for creating new and lasting friendships as a result of the kids’ experiences and involvement with the Britannia.
Furthermore, K1 Kids will provide a forum for educating young people in the historical, legacy and noble aspects related to the Britannia as well as raising their awareness of global oceanic environmental issues.
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Britannia Events
Coming soon: Britannia Events calender givng you a clear schedule of the events and programs connected to the Britannia throughout the world.
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Follow the Rebuild
See regular posts from our team on-ground at Venture Quays with regular updates, photos and news, keeping you abreast of the re-fit as she progresses.
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Britannia Is In Her Cradle!
Britannia was finally lifted today and set in her cradle at Venture Quays! The whole operation was smooth and without a hitch. We’re so thankful to everyone at SouthBoats, Blade Runner, Harry Pound, […]
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Britannia on BBC Radio Solent
BBC Radio Solent has covered the Britannia project in a first interview with Tristan Stone (Wood Supplier and Consultant on the project.) Click the link below to listen to the audio: BBC Radio Solent […]
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New Britannia lifting date!
Britannia will be lifted on Tuesday the 13th around midday. Stayed tuned for photos and news. (Photo courtesy of Hamo Thornycroft - www.yacht-photos.co.uk)
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Britannia’s first lifting attempt
In-spite of everything working like clockwork at Venture Quays, the lifting had to stop half-way through the process due to the fact that Britannia weighed 13 tons […]
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The day has arrived for Britannia’s lifting!
Good morning all! It’s 8:00 am here in East Cowes and everyone is electric with excitement. Blade Runner has done a lot of precise planning to make sure that […]
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Preparing to lift Britannia into her cradle
Lots going on at Venture Quays in preparation for Britannia to be lifted and placed in her cradle on the 9th of this month! All was moved around at the yard and […]
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Projected lifting strategy
We’ve had news from the yard, and due to high tides, it looks like the 9th of March will be the best date for the lifting of Britannia into her cradle. We will keep you all posted. Above is a drawing […]
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A special thanks to South Boats!
We just wanted to say a special thank you to those at SouthBoats, Venture Quays as they have done a tremendous job so far in helping us care for Britannia, going out of their way and above the call of […]
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Articles from the Web
The K1 Britannia Vimeo Channel
His Majesty King George V was a sailing and racing enthusiast. His beloved racing yacht "Britannia" was built in 1893 for Queen Victorias son […]
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The K1 Britannia YouTube channel
Britannia was acquired by K1 Britannia to be used for maritime education, charity fundraises, and a whole range of charitable causes.
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A New Britannia to rule the waves
→Crowdfunding voor J klasser (Dutch Press) »
→Do you have an original piece of Britannia? »
→Britannia-Projekt sucht Sponsoren (German Press) »
→Fundraising appeal for Britannia K1 »
→Launch day for Britannia Kickstarter »
→The rebuild of sailing yacht Britannia launched on Kickstarter »
→Classic Boat: Britannia launches online funding appeal »
→Britannia Rebuild Begins on Kickstarter »
King George V’s royal yacht bearing that name may never be seen in Solent waters again but it is planned a replica, also called Britannia, […]
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Historical Photos
See the original Britannia as she was, from her launch in 1893 to her final voyage in 1936.
Hull Construction
See exclusive photos of her hull being built in the Solombala yard, Arkhangelsk, Russia.
Follow photos of her refit in Cowes.
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