To all fellow Allchornians

Firstly, I have to say that it is high time I gave you this update on how things are going with the
William Allchorn.

Since The William Allchorn was last in service in 2009, the pleasure boat business has proven
to be increasingly difficult to operate. Maintenance is always a challenge and the increasing costs
relating to operational regulations are relentless. The good news is that we haven’t given up!

We know the Allchorn boats are historic to Eastbourne and would love to keep the trips running
into the future. Sadly, with our limited funds, we can no longer see that happening without help.

Over the years, we have heard many wonderful stories from people taking our glorious trip to
Beachy Head lighthouse - people who have come from far and wide with their own story to tell.
The anecdotes make us even more anxious to prevent the Beachy Head trips from becoming a
thing of the past.

In 2008, a lovely elderly couple came on board - all excited as though it was their first trip - but it
turned out they had been taking the trip every year for many years, they had met each other
on board, and were celebrating their 40th anniversary with us (with free tickets of course). Just
one of the many romantic stories told to us.......it's good to know how much the pleasure boats
have meant to people visiting Eastbourne over the years.

So now our own efforts to keep the boats running have hit the rocks, and after having exhausted
our own ideas, we need help and we need it fast!

Therefore, we are asking you all for your ideas and help to keep the trips running. We are looking
for your enthusiasm, encouragement and ideas. What are you willing and able to commit to? This is
not just another appeal for money (although that is a key issue) we need qualified crew and capable maintenance volunteers. How can YOU help?

FRIENDS OF ALLCHORN........join us to save this historic venture for future generations.

Please email me on: allchorn_boats@hotmail.com or write to me at:
Allchorn Pleasure Boats, Net Shop 5, Fishermans Green, Royal Parade, Eastbourne BN22 7AA

Many thanks and best regards
Jason Foster
Director - Allchorn Pleasure Boats