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About the Boat Building Academy

WHO ARE WE?

The Boat Building Academy was founded in 1997 by naval commander Tim Gedge. Since then, we have trained over 2500 people.

Students and tutors of Boat Building and Furniture Making are united by a love of natural materials and high-level craftsmanship. Stories are shared in tea breaks and lunch breaks, and all this contributes to the vibrant friendly atmosphere that makes the BBA such a special place.

Our tutors are dedicated to passing on both heritage and more modern skills. This training and the resulting work of our students has gained us international recognition as a Centre of Excellence

Our home is a converted Air Sea Rescue Base in a stunning location, right next to the beach in Lyme Regis and close to the picturesque old harbour.  

Lyme Regis

Vision and Mission

Accommodation

“The 40-week Boat Building course is by far the best thing I have ever done. The teaching is of the highest quality, both in expertise and enthusiasm for the course and the boatbuilding industry in general. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is considering a career in either woodworking or boatbuilding or even just to learn a new skillset.”

George Soper, 40-week Boat Building Graduate

SUPPORT FUTURE BOAT BUILDING AND FURNITURE MAKING STUDENTS BY MAKING A BURSARY DONATION ONLINE

We aim to provide financial help to men and women passionate to train in the crafts of boat building and woodworking.