Whitstable Maritime seeks volunteers interested in our maritime heritage.
If you live locally and are interested in getting involved in the town's heritage, environment, and future, we would be delighted to welcome you as a volunteer at Whitstable Maritime.
Whitstable Maritime focuses on four related objectives:
* Celebrating Whitstable's maritime heritage
* Supporting the town's coastal economic development
* Addressing marine environment issues
* Encouraging well-being
WM is restoring the 1906 Whitstable Oyster Yawl, the Gamecock, which you may have seen in the harbour. Once relaunched in 2026, the Gamecock will offer a mix of pleasure sailing, team-building events, and an education space for schools and charity groups.
So, there are many ways you can get involved. If you have specialist skills and knowledge, or you want to be involved in something important for the town, we are looking for volunteers with experience in:
* Sailing, especially in historical craft
* Boatbuilding and woodwork
* Care of the marine environment
* Charity fundraising
* Applying for grants and funding
* Events management
The time commitment is as much as you can give.
Many local companies and organisations support Whitstable Maritime, but it is people who matter most to us.
You don’t need to attach a CV, just let me have a number or email address and I will be in touch.
Please apply if you feel it is time to get involved in something worthwhile.