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
Teifi coracle needing a new home. Frame appears to be in good order but needs recovering. Owner wishes to donate it to someone with the time and knowledge to repair it and bring it back to working order.
Collection from Hertfordshire.