The traditional Ironbridge paddle is a simple and crude thing. Cut the plyboard into a rectangle 16in (40cm) long x 7 1/2in (20cm) wide. Cut the broom handle to a length of 50in (130cm). Cut a 10in (25cm) slit in one end of the broom handle. Insert the plyboard into the broom handle, screwing and gluing in place. Use the broom handle offcut to make a handle to go on the top of the paddle. You may wish to paint a coat of bitumen paint on to the paddle blade and lower part of the paddle handle to waterproof the timber - don't paint the upper 2/3rds of the paddle, as in warm weather you may end up with sticky hands
17 February 2021
The Society was saddened to learn today of the passing of former member Dick Mundy, who died on Saturday 13th February following an accident he was involved in. Many members will have known Dick through his involvement with the Bures Coracle Regatta, or his time as editor in the mid 2000s.
We send our condolences to his family.
26 January 2021
These are my first attempts at making coracles from willow. The willow was cut on the Gwent levels. I have made two shapes, one round and one a more rectangular shape - they seem to have turned out quite well
Martin Morgan
06 December 2020
As coracling has been mostly out of the window this year and not being able to build more, I’ve happily filled some of this year making models. After all, that’s what I believe the Rogers would have done. With most cafes closing their doors and turning to takeaway drinks I realised that instead of my tea coming with the humble teaspoon it comes with a model coracle lath. So, inspired by models in the coracle shed and thirty c
06 December 2020
Society member and Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority volunteer Dave Purvis recently attended a virtual conference hosted by the park authority on ash dieback disease and its impact in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Within the presentation was a lot of information on how the disease is spread, how to spot it at various stages, and how to manage woodland in order to conserve as much uninfected trees as possible.
This course offers introductory Society membership for purchase. For more information click here
Join a small group for an interesting, rewarding and productive 2 days in glorious mid Wales! Take home your own beautiful, strong and traditional Boyne-style coracle!
163rd annual village show.Horses, funfair, classic cars and tractors, arena displays, home produce, crafts and pet competitions. Live music, beer and food marquee. Trade stands.
Clay pigeon shooting, archery and medieval re enactment display. Traditional skill demonstrations including coracle making.
Ironbridge Coracle Trust hopes to present the annual Ironbridge Coracle regatta on August Bank Holiday Monday, as long as national covid precautions allow.
We are tentatively making preparations for a small event this year as we don't want to attract too much of an audience. However, we do want to encourage you all to bring your coracles along for a try out on the Severn - see if they are still waterproof!
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