Lovely documentary; well done whoever had the foresight to make this little record of an almost hidden industry. There aren't enough small boatyards in the world!
This brought back some fond memories of my time as the Yacht Broker with Toughs at Teddington, circa 1971 to '73. Living on my boat moored middle of the river below the weir. Wonderful days.
I started my working life in the shipyards of the Lower Clyde, Scott Lithgows . Pretty much all gone now although Fergusons of Port Glasgow are enjoying an upturn in fortunes and long may that continue. This excellent documentary has gladdened my heart to see those skills still being put to good use and providing people with a satisfying career. Launching a boat you've helped to build is a special feeling.
18:03 My first job at 15yrs old, was with Mark Edward's at his 1st boat yard in Thames st, Hampton, before he relocated to Richmond. A great boss, he was only about 27 years old then
The White Cross Hotel* near Richmond Bridge was my "local" when I first moved to East Twickenham from Coventry as a nineteen year-old. I hired those boats from the steps by the bridge in my twenties and had a great time rowing up-river with friends. For a few years I lived in a flat in central Twickenham and I could see Eel Pie Island from the kitchen. Years before cycling became popular again, I rode to work along the Thames tow-path (where I could ) from Surbiton to Kew Bridge. So this has been a great video for me as the Thames was a great part of my life and it is good to learn about the boatyards of which are such a part of the scene . Now I live not too far from the Brisbane river in Australia. *I recommend it to every Australian I know who is about to visit London.
Great piece of film! I was born/brought up in Richmond and remember all the yards from Toughs to Brentford (including some that no longer exist). We used to pootle downriver in our little boat as far as the Pool of London - but not as far as Charlton. So happy that the boatyards are still working and training up younger people to carry on the tradition.
Toughs built the boat we recently purchased. It was owned by Roger Pilkington and is named Thames Coomodore. There is quite a fascinating history to this boat and is a ‘one off’
Absolutely flipped brilliant! Fair play to everyone of you and all those not seen, you do such important work. 32:35 stunning photographs. Nothing beats the camaraderie of a well manged industrial worksite, cheers from NZ.
A good Documentary, I wish someone made a record like this of the Tyne Shipbuilding where I worked 1963-1982.i worked with old guys who had been riveters on piece work .no ear defenders or safety gloves then .
@@johnlewis9158 I don’t know. Tough’s started the tugs and boatbuilding company, Toughs Tugs of Teddington. It became the largest boatbuilding company on the Thames. The originators were Watermen on the Thames.
hi there i was just watching all the political nonsense on you tube as you do, and then i came across your film, thank you, time to de stress, well done,
I think that it’s wrong when residents complaining have more power than boat yards along the river. The working river has been going on for centuries. Boat yards should be protected by government as a traditional activity/enterprise. A building can be heritage listed and therefore protected. I think that traditional river side businesses should also be listed. If you don’t want to listen to the activities of a boatyard, DONT buy the house next door to one. I mean, what did they expect to happen? The entitlement is incredible.😳
Problem around south dock is the gentrification and residents not wanting industry on their doorstep, but those who remember before the new flats remember the old docks. A loft in London not a loft no more.
Considering we are welding thick metal plates Tm amazed there is only one example of MMA or stick welding against the numerous examples of MIG welding?
@MichaelKingsfordGray jeez...say something constructive, it was a fair question. But what gets put in depends on Editors and may not reflect daily grind...
Polisch people....you say are ARTISTE.....because you give them a little salary........Anyway it is easy to understand.....you can buy à boat in POLAND....2 time less EXPENSIVE Than in ENGLAND
He says "I had been fortunate to find some Polish people. They are equally as skillful. Have tremendous great work ethic. Very loyal. Hard working. Not cheap. You have to pay'em top money. But they're worth every penny."
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This is where my sailboat was made. She's still going strong after 40 years. She's with me in NZ now
Been in the industry for over 25 years and it is a way of life. Certainly not a money making game. Great doc.
Good to see all the different people proud of their work, and the tradition of boat work
Lovely documentary; well done whoever had the foresight to make this little record of an almost hidden industry. There aren't enough small boatyards in the world!
YES AGREE #BUZZOFFTOXIC
This brought back some fond memories of my time as the Yacht Broker with Toughs at Teddington, circa 1971 to '73. Living on my boat moored middle of the river below the weir. Wonderful days.
@MichaelKingsfordGray
No ! Was that filmed there ?
I started my working life in the shipyards of the Lower Clyde, Scott Lithgows . Pretty much all gone now although Fergusons of Port Glasgow are enjoying an upturn in fortunes and long may that continue. This excellent documentary has gladdened my heart to see those skills still being put to good use and providing people with a satisfying career. Launching a boat you've helped to build is a special feeling.
No cash no splash. Also the motto of every commercial diver.
18:03 My first job at 15yrs old, was with Mark Edward's at his 1st
boat yard in Thames st, Hampton, before he relocated to Richmond.
A great boss, he was only about 27 years old then
The White Cross Hotel* near Richmond Bridge was my "local" when I first moved to East Twickenham from Coventry as a nineteen year-old. I hired those boats from the steps by the bridge in my twenties and had a great time rowing up-river with friends. For a few years I lived in a flat in central Twickenham and I could see Eel Pie Island from the kitchen. Years before cycling became popular again, I rode to work along the Thames tow-path (where I could ) from Surbiton to Kew Bridge. So this has been a great video for me as the Thames was a great part of my life and it is good to learn about the boatyards of which are such a part of the scene . Now I live not too far from the Brisbane river in Australia. *I recommend it to every Australian I know who is about to visit London.
As a boatyard owner, I thoroughly enjoyed this documentary.
Pat walsh is my friend Cousin, I've been on the thames my whole life, and we have never met, gos to show its in your blood respect 🙏
One of the most fascinating videos I've watched, should be out on DVD, or on the tele, thanks for posting.
Great piece of film! I was born/brought up in Richmond and remember all the yards from Toughs to Brentford (including some that no longer exist). We used to pootle downriver in our little boat as far as the Pool of London - but not as far as Charlton. So happy that the boatyards are still working and training up younger people to carry on the tradition.
Thank you, great to see boats being worked on, to keep important skills alive.
Documentary perfection.
Toughs built the boat we recently purchased. It was owned by Roger Pilkington and is named Thames Coomodore. There is quite a fascinating history to this boat and is a ‘one off’
Fantastic documentary, loved watching it!
Absolutely fascinating 😊
Absolutely flipped brilliant! Fair play to everyone of you and all those not seen, you do such important work. 32:35 stunning photographs. Nothing beats the camaraderie of a well manged industrial worksite, cheers from NZ.
Wonderful, interesting documentary, thank you.
Fantastic video
Cracking little film, beautifully crafted.....
Loved that. Thanks so much
A good Documentary, I wish someone made a record like this of the Tyne Shipbuilding where I worked 1963-1982.i worked with old guys who had been riveters on piece work .no ear defenders or safety gloves then .
Hi Alan, I will forward this to our director. We love telling stories of the river!
Great story
40:32 RIP to those souls lost on the Marchioness 20th August 1989.
Yes, and scandalous lack of respect for those poor souls from the Coronial authorities.
These yards should be protected.Englands heritage ❤
As a 'Tough' descendent it was lovely to watch this film.
Did tough ever own or part own a lighterage company
@@johnlewis9158 I don’t know. Tough’s started the tugs and boatbuilding company, Toughs Tugs of Teddington. It became the largest boatbuilding company on the Thames. The originators were Watermen on the Thames.
@@yumyummoany i was before i retired a Lighterman and Waterman
Great film
Respect...
hi there i was just watching all the political nonsense on you tube as you do, and then i came across your film, thank you, time to de stress, well done,
I think that it’s wrong when residents complaining have more power than boat yards along the river.
The working river has been going on for centuries.
Boat yards should be protected by government as a traditional activity/enterprise.
A building can be heritage listed and therefore protected.
I think that traditional river side businesses should also be listed.
If you don’t want to listen to the activities of a boatyard, DONT buy the house next door to one. I mean, what did they expect to happen?
The entitlement is incredible.😳
Totally agree. Same problem with church bells.
Very interesting
17:12 wise words.
Problem around south dock is the gentrification and residents not wanting industry on their doorstep, but those who remember before the new flats remember the old docks.
A loft in London not a loft no more.
Considering we are welding thick metal plates Tm amazed there is only one example of MMA or stick welding against the numerous examples of MIG welding?
@MichaelKingsfordGray And the top of the morning to you too sir!
@MichaelKingsfordGray jeez...say something constructive, it was a fair question. But what gets put in depends on Editors and may not reflect daily grind...
😁👍👏👏👏
cant hear what is said for the music
Polisch people....you say are ARTISTE.....because you give them a little salary........Anyway it is easy to understand.....you can buy à boat in POLAND....2 time less EXPENSIVE Than in ENGLAND
He says "I had been fortunate to find some Polish people. They are equally as skillful. Have tremendous great work ethic. Very loyal. Hard working. Not cheap. You have to pay'em top money. But they're worth every penny."