Medway Queen restoration update
Chris Graham on 17th May 2023
We report on the progress being made with the ongoing restoration of the 1923 paddle steamer, Medway Queen.
Paddle steamer
98-year-old River Dart paddler
Chris Graham on 8th June 2022
An appeal has been launched to raise funds for the essential repairs needed to keep a 98-year-old River Dart paddler afloat. Can you help?
Paddle steamer Medway Queen update
Chris Graham on 5th April 2022
Richard Halton of the Medway Queen Preservation Society brings us a detailed update on this remarkable paddle steamer.
1913 River Dart paddle steamer’s future in doubt
Chris Graham on 16th March 2022
We report on the uncertain future of the 1913, former River Dart paddle steamer Compton Castle, which was withdrawn from service in 1962.
London’s first party boat!
Chris Graham on 30th October 2021
Richard Clammer recalls the unusual history of an 1879 paddle steamer that became London’s first party boat!
The Medway Queen
Chris Graham on 9th September 2021
David Stearne has the latest news on the movements of the famous and much-loved paddle steamer, the Medway Queen.
Save the paddle steamer!
Chris Graham on 16th February 2020
The save the paddle steamer appeal to save the historic paddle steamer Waverley has reached its £2.3 million target, to keep the vessel operational.
