Upcoming events
Explore our upcoming events at the Boat Building Academy and see where we’ll be exhibiting at boat shows.
The Princess Royal visits the Boat Building Academy
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited the Boat Building Academy in Lyme Regis (6 October 2025) to meet students past and
BBA Talks: Wood and Ice with Will and Sara Stirling
The Boat Building Academy was delighted to welcome Will and Sara Stirling, of www.stirlingandson.co.uk, for a special talk. Will shared insights into
A Huge Thank You for Joining us for our Open Day!
We were thrilled to see so many new faces exploring the academy, as well as welcoming back our graduates. Your presence made
Boat Building Academy Founder receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Commander Tim Gedge AFC RN, founder and Honorary Life President of the Boat Building Academy (BBA) and Furniture School in Lyme Regis has been
MP Edward Morello speaking in Westminster.
A huge thank you to Edward Morello, MP for West Dorset, for his speech in Westminster yesterday. During the debate ‘Role of
BBA Talks: Timber Framing with Henry Russell
Last night, the 2025 Boat Building Academy talks began with Henry Russell’s presentation on timber framing. He showcased an impressive display of
Watercraft Magazine – What makes a boatbuilder?
Our graduates make the front page of Watercraft Magazine and Colin Henwood met with Jack Livesey.
Dan Lee to guest tutor new skiff course at the Boat Building Academy
Online boat builder Dan Lee is stepping out from behind the camera to teach a two-week face-to-face skiff building course.
