The Ancient Mariners Sailing Podcast

Harbour harmony, from cruise ships to launching slips

The Ancient Mariners Sailing Podcast

Show Notes

This week Brad and Andrew talk to the CEO of Falmouth Harbour, Miles Carden. Topical topics covered include the recent devastating fire of a classic boat in the harbour and dealing with storm Goretti. Miles gives an insight into the commercial operations of the harbour and shares his own sailing journey as the owner of a classice St Mawes One Design which he bought when he was just 16 years old. Plus the pleaure of his own son's success in the RS Aero class. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Jun 21, 2026

This week Andrew welcomes Adrian Grigg, shipwright and Chair of Penryn Stakeholders Group and Tom Blakemore, the Penryn Harbour Master to the studio to talk about the ancient harbour of Penryn and initiatives to improve this part of the river and represent the water users based there, from the marine businesses to the live-aboard residents and the mooring holders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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