Buy a boat! Save the yard! Morwen has been generously donated to Underfall Yard Trust to support the Recovery Fund. Proceeds from the sale will go towards rebuilding the Big Shed to bring back the boatyard we know and love. Morwen is a classic wooden motor cruiser built in 1965 at Conwy for the boatyard owner, for use on the North Welsh coast. Propelled by [...]
In the final part of his research project on historic yard tenants P&A Campbell, volunteer writer Dave Duggan explores how the company was impacted by the Second World War. He has uncovered some fascinating details on the requisitioning of their paddle steamers and materials for the war effort... Britain declared war on 3rd September 1939 and by the 16th September 10 of Campbells’ 11 steamers [...]
Are you a hospitality professional with a passion for customer service and great coffee? Underfall Yard Trust is looking for a dynamic Front of House Supervisor for our Café to lead the team and deliver exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate is a skilled barista who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in crafting quality coffee, even under pressure. If you’re a dedicated [...]
Are you an experienced kitchen professional looking to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, community-focused environment? Underfall Yard Cafe is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor/Chef to help lead our small but passionate team. Majority of the year, the café operates daytime Hours Only! Enjoy your evenings free with shifts between 7:30 AM - 5:30/6:00 PM. Our growing events programme [...]
APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED Join the team! Underfall Yard Trust is looking for a Marketing and Events Assistant. This role is open to candidates looking to start a career in marketing, as part of an apprenticeship with Working Knowledge UK. Could this be the right role for you or somebody you know? The ideal candidate will have: Experience in a customer-facing role with excellent interpersonal [...]
Have you ever heard of "beating the bounds"? Volunteer writer Elaine has uncovered a superb tale of boundary stones and slipway slapstick from Underfall Yard's early history. We hope it gives you a chuckle on this cold winter's day... The boundary stone is still visible on Avon Crescent, which runs alongside the walls of Underfall Yard. When shipbuilders Ross and Sage installed a [...]
Local pioneers of sustainable gifts at Ecotribo have kindly donated some of their wares for sale in the Underfall Cafe. Pop in to pick up one of Ecotribo's beautifully crafted carabiners, which were made from the Floating Harbour's own leftover plastic rope! Volunteer writer Amanda Schlicht visited their market stall to learn more... Recently, at the Underfall Market, I had the pleasure of meeting Tyrone [...]
Monday 4 November to Friday 8 November is Trustees’ Week in the UK. It is a time for us to come together to celebrate the achievements of nearly one million trustees across the UK. Underfall Yard Trust wants to take this opportunity to thank each of our Trustees for their time, commitment and effort. It has been a particularly challenging 18 months for Underfall Yard but, [...]
With the reopening of the yard’s harbourside walkway and the launch of Underfall Market, this year has certainly been a busy one for the Yard. It has been wonderful to see visitors returning to the Yard in larger numbers, exploring the site and bringing its character back. Underfall Yard has always had a strong sense of community and that has survived, even thrived, as the [...]
Lady Moyra Brit and Westward Ho moored at Underfall Yard in 1928 Volunteer writer Dave Duggan continues his series on P&A Campbell, the paddle-steamer business that was based at Underfall Yard in the early 20th century. This month, he explores the maintenance of the company's highly popular fleet of paddle steamers and the innovative steps taken during their time at Underfall Yard. Thank [...]