Peter Martin: A Tribute
With the passing of Peter Frederick Niels Martin, the world of rowing and traditional gig building has lost one of its most quietly profound figures....More
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Pedn Billy – For Sale
Helford River Gig Club are offering Pedn Billy, registered Cornish Pilot Gig no. 137, for sale. Built in 2009 by Dave Currah, Pedn Billy...More
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FMPGC 24 Hour Erg Challenge
The Flushing & Mylor Open A Crew are taking on an incredible endurance challenge on 22nd March, rowing for 24 hours straight on a rowing...More
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A Legacy In Every Stroke
The name says it all—The Hunkin Regatta is a celebration of the extraordinary craftsmanship of Maurice and Louis Hunkin, two of the most respected boatbuilders...More
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Felix Lane Set For Atlantic Challenge
Felix Lane, 17, from River Fowey Gig Club has progressed quickly since joining the sport in 2020. Having represented Cornwall in the National County Championships...More
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The Hunkin Regatta
Following the success of the Maurice Hunkin 75th Birthday Regatta held in 2023, River Fowey Gig Club celebrated the talent of local boat builders Maurice...More
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Winter Maintenance – A Labour of Love
For many clubs, the winter season is an opportunity to carry out essential maintenance, repairs or even a full refit. Wooden gigs are clubs’ most...More
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Winners of the Jurassic League 2023
Introduction The Jurassic Gig Rowing League was set up to allow clubs from the region to get together and race in different categories over the...More
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SOLD – INVERMORE
Pilot Gig, Invermore No 159. Plus Road trailer (Lizard Trailers) and 7 oars (Celtic Oars, Nancarrow) The boat was launched in 2014 and was built...More
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New Gig To Be Built in Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis Gig Club have announced that they are planning on building a brand new Cornish Pilot Gig with the Lyme Regis based Boat Building...More
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Celebrating 75 Years of Maurice Hunkin
On Saturday 4th February, Fowey Gig Club hosted a very special celebration, the 75th birthday of gig builder Maurice Hunkin. Fowey Gig Club arranged...More
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A Landmark Year for Female Athletes
In August 2022, The Royal St John’s regatta (the oldest organised sporting event in North America) off the coast of Newfoundland made a landmark decision...More
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Building a Gig: A Family Affair
Little did Peter Martin think that he’d be called out of retirement by his American Grandson, Dylan Sofio. Luckily when Peter hung up his tools...More
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A massive loss to our sport.
Some sad news to share, the sudden passing of master gig builder – David (Dave) Currah. Dave passed away on Sunday peacefully. He retired due...More
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Retirement of Dave Currah
In 1992 a new Cornish Pilot Gig was launched at Looe ‘Ryder’ built for the Looe Gig Club. She was the first build for father...More
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St Mary’s Gig Club are getting a new gig
St Mary’s Gig Club have commissioned the building of a brand new racing gig. By the time we receive the new gig in 2021 or...More
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Ralph’s Day Ramsey Island Row
On Friday 14th June, a group of hardy rowers from Tamar and Tavy gig club made the long trek to the far corner of west...More
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Ralph’s Day – Weekend of the 15th and 16th June 2019
Courtesy of Porthgain Gig Club Ralph Bird made a huge contribution towards gig rowing, of which building the gigs was one aspect, another was his...More
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Rame To Launch New Gig – 20th April
Rame Gig Club will be launching their new Spirit Of Rame gig on 20th April at 11am on Cawsand Beach. All are welcome to attend...More
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Rame New Build Making Progress
Good progress is being made in the build of Rame’s new racing gig, which has just passed it’s second CPGA measurement check. She is the...More
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Club Feature: Clevedon Pilot Gig Club
This week marks exactly 10 years since the formation of Clevedon Pilot Gig Club. The idea was hatched by Andrew Brown, who had previously been...More
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Falmouth Pilot Gig to Launch New Boat ‘Arwenack’
On Saturday 12th January 2019, Falmouth Pilot Gig Club will launch their new Pilot Gig ‘Arwenack’ at 12 noon at the Watersports Centre in Falmouth,...More
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Torpoint Rowers Club Take Ownership Of First Wooden Gig
Formed in 2017, Torpoint Rowers Club is one of the newest gig rowing clubs in the UK, and Saturday 25th August 2018 marked a major...More
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Duke & Duchess Of Cornwall Launch New Fowey Gig During Royal Visit
Monday 16th July was a memorable day in the history of River Fowey Gig Club, as the Duke & Duchess of Cornwall led a naming...More
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Blessing, Naming and Inaugural Launch of the 200th Racing Gig ‘Little Picket’
The sun came out on Saturday for Sidmouth Gig Club’s blessing and naming ceremony of their new Cornish pilot Gig boat, “Little Picket.” Named after...More
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