Talks By the Thames Resume with Joshua Rebbettes

His subject - 'A day in the life of a (deputy) Harbour Master'

Joshua Rebbettes (top left) and images from his job as a deputy harbour master
Joshua Rebbettes (top left) and images from his job as a deputy harbour master

October 12, 2024

The series of Talks by the Thames hosted by the Chiswick Pier Trust (CPT) resumes with a talk by Joshua Rebbettes.

His subject on Tuesday, 29 October will be ‘A day in the life of a (deputy) Harbour Master’.

The deputy Harbour Master for the Port of London Authority (PLA) will be presenting the 45-minute talk at The Pier House, Corney Reach Way W4 2UG.

It will be a chance to find out about his unusual job, managing the smooth flow of river users along the ‘Upper District of the River Thames - between Putney and Teddington.

From patrol boats and port security to planning for the capital’s flood resilience, you will discover the diverse duties involved in supporting the river’s many and varied users and how Joshua found his perfect career.

The talk begins at 7pm with doors open at 6.30pm and refreshments will be on sale. Tickets cost £5 with CPT Members free. Register for your tickets here.

The following week there is an opportunity to come and join Chiswick Pier Trust on a cruise to watch the Battersea fireworks from the river.

On Sunday 3 November it will be sailing aboard a bigger boat with covered saloon area and outside viewing fore and aft. The boat is scheduled to leave Chiswick Pier at 6pm boarding at 5.45pm. (timings tbc). They will then cruise down to below Albert Bridge stemming the tide off Battersea Park to watch the fireworks and sail back to arrive at Chiswick Pier.

During the cruise a fork supper will be served with a choice of either Cottage Pie or Vegetarian lasagne served with French bread and salad. On board will be a bar where drinks may be purchased.

Tickets cost £39 for adults and children under 8 are charged £35. This is a very popular cruise so early booking is essential online at www.chiswickpier.org.uk or by calling 020 8742 2713.

These events are organised by the Chiswick Pier Trust which works to engage people with the River Thames. It provides access to the Thames and supports major river events, as well as organising events of its own.

For information on Chiswick Pier Trust membership check the Chiswick Pier Trust's web site.

 

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