Meet The Team

Nick has been sailing the Norfolk Broads all his life and there isn’t an inch of water he doesn’t know. A prominent competitor in the many races held locally, sailing really is his passion.

Tom is an integral member of our hard working boatbuilding team here at Eastwood Whelpton. In another life he was a teacher and worked internationally for many years. The days when he is off duty, you will still find him at the boatyard, restoring his beloved cruiser Rafferty. A 1968 Ernest Collins White Emblem with a Bourne 35 hull.

Angie has yard life in her blood, having grown up on a local working boatyard in Norfolk. She shares our passion for introducing folk to the Broads and has great local knowledge to share with our customers. .

Jess is the very proud Manager of our pop-up Café ‘The Anchor’ – new for 2024. She has already gained a reputation locally for being the friendliest Barrister on the Norfolk Broads and she can’t wait for next season already!

Introducing Terry. A long time member of the crew, his hard work means that all of our yachts are sanded, varnished, painted and finished to the highest of standards. He has lovingly restored many of the yachts in the fleet over the years. A secret petrol head on the side, outside of work Terry enjoys any opportunity to dabble in a spot of car maintenance and restoration.

Frosty by name, but not by nature! Skipper, rigger and story teller, Frosty is a local legend. He can be found skippering the Wherry Albion and hosting visitors in Toad Hall cottage at How Hill in his spare time!

Hannah manages our wonderful cleaning team here at the yard. Meticulous in her standards, she always adds those ‘little touches’ to our yachts leaving them pristine and sparkly clean. Hannah lives locally and knows all of the best dog walks in the area if you have a furry friend on board.

Port has quickly affirmed his status as the yard’s ‘right’-hand cat, frequently found exploring the workshops. If he had opposable thumbs, we’re sure he’d be in there with a hammer! But he’s equally happy snoozing in the office…

A talented boatbuilder, Jacob has a superb eye for detail and has worked alongside local master mast builder Peter Charlton, to make new masts for the fleet. Jacob also helps with running the yard in the busy sailing season, managing the changeover team, on-going maintenance, and customer care.

Gerry is a Norfolk lad and has a fantastic backstory as a submariner, travelling the world in his youth. He is a great asset to the yard where he will usually be found singing in the sail store!

Sarah first came to the yard for work experience when she was at school. Whilst achieving a a masters degree in environmental science, she has been helping us run our brand new coffee shop – The Anchor!

Tony undertook his training at the International Boatbuilding College in Lowestoft. Having worked with wood and furniture all his life, he is a great addition to the team. Tony enjoys the variety of work that comes with a hire fleet and can turn his hand to many other tasks, as needed.

Port’s sister Starboard enjoys being ‘left’ to her naps, often nestled in an unused sail! This curious cat relishes keeping an eye on the equipment in storage from a sunny spot and eagerly welcoming any new customers into the office.

Saturday boy turned yard hand, Tommo is the newest member of the EW crew.

His strong work ethic and enthusiasm mean he gets called on to help with pretty much anything and everything on a daily basis. Tommo is passionate about rugby and a strong contender on the pitch.