CLASSIC OYSTER SMACK RACING ON THE BLACKWATER ESTUARY

[@nickviner1225]

I grew up sailing on the Colne. Was born at the Martello Tower @ St Osyth Stone .
After leaving the Royal Navy I worked dredging oysters for the Pyefleet Oyster Company
and emigrated to Australia In 1972. I have never found the time to return so your beautiful photography is very special to me.
Thankyou for posting here. Regards, Nick Viner.

[@willcrossley1479]

Good start by Kate. But you got us in the end. Great race Angus.

[@hawkeyeoverthehorizon868]

Fantastic sailing footage. Subscribed

[@williamwoolcock]

Incredible sailing. No winches?

[@johnveal9122]

It looks fun!

[@thebentley71]

These look like Channel pilot cutters.