Henry Bomby Sailing - Round Britain Project - The Seahorse Restaurant, Dartmouth

 


 

Supporters Page

This page is dedicated to those who have helped me along my journey.

This could have been financially, product support, or simply moral support! If you think you can help me in one way or another please contact me - it would be great to hear from you.

Title Sponsors

'The project has recently received an extra boost by attaining lead sponsorship from the Seahorse restaurant in Dartmouth, run by celebrity restaurateur and writer Mitch Tonks. Henry said he is delighted to have such an enthusiastic partner for the project in the Seahorse restaurant.'

'The Seahorse restaurant will be holding events leading up to Henry’s departure on the 12th June, including a grand leaving and homecoming party, as well as various fundraising dinners to help Henry raise money for his chosen Charity ‘Toe in the Water’. Mitch Tonks has become famous for his love of Seafood, TV shows, Books and his previous fish restaurants in London and more latterly the Seahorse in Dartmouth which he opened on the waterfront which is raved about by customers and critics alike.'



Founding Sponsors



Baltic Wharf Boat Yard in Totnes are the Official Founding Sponsors of the Henry Bomby Sailing - Round Britain Project.

The deal of a £7000 loan over a 2 year period enabled me to buy a beautiful Contessa 26 'The Seahorse' formerly 'Gerunuk'. Along with this the yard also helped me out with storage space as well as other facilities and have been the base of my project during winter months when refit and preparation work takes place.

www.balticwharf.co.uk

Gold Sponsors

 

 


Specialty Fasteners & Components Ltd
has been engineering solutions to fastening problems since 1991, as both a manufacturer and a distributor. Today SFC has built up an enviable reputation for quality, technical knowledge and a fast efficient service.

Now moving into the marine industry this project offers a fantastic opportunity to test their products and get their name out there.

www.specialty-fasteners.co.uk

 

Foley Steels Ltd is wholly owned by former Churston Grammar School pupil John Dockerty.

'My life has been somewhat of a "Rags to Riches" story, and I am now looking at putting something back into the system, especially to someone like Henry who has already shown massive commitment and belief, and to someone who shares a connection with Churston Ferrers Grammar School being a former pupil myself.'


 

Project Partners

 

www.englishbraids.co.uk

 

English Braids have come onboard the project by supplying me with brand new running rigging, lines, halyards and mooring lines etc. With their wide range in products and fantastic prices English Braids are by far the best rope supplier on the market.

www.englishbraids.co.uk

 

 

Henri Lloyd have come onboard the project as the official clothing partners. They are supplying me with all gear from offshore kit to team jackets worn by all friends, family and supporters! They are also supporting our J80 programme with jackets to wear both on and off the water.

www,henrilloyd.com

 

 

Offshore Challenges Technology have come onboard the project by supplying me with one of their trackers. This will enable people to follow my trip more easily and get a better feel for what life is like onboard and where about's I am!

www.octechnology.co.uk

 

 

 

Gauss Ltd have kindly supplied the project with their amazing new Dreamseeker sleeping bag. The Dreamseeker is essential kit for any offshore sailor, due to its highly adaptable 4 layer system, waterproof shell and soft inner fleece, the Dreamseeker enables you to fall sleep easier and really make the most of your time off watch!

www.gaussltd.co.uk

 

 

Panataenius came onboard the project as the official insurers. There fantastic services as a yacht insurance company has enabled me to get sailing and out on the water, they are based locally in Plymouth.

www.pantaenius.co.uk

 

   

Thanks to Spinlock I now have the safest and most comfortable lifejacket on the market, the deckvest. I live in this lifejacket and am extremely grateful for their generous contribution to the project.

www.spinlock.co.uk

 

Ocean Safety came onboard the project as the safety equipment distributors, offering a fantastic discount on all safety gear from flare packs to liferafts.

www.oceansafety.com

 

 

Thanks to Julie at Dart Harbour Sea School I have been able to work on the completion of my Yachtmaster by attending courses for free or at heavily discounted rates. Their fantastic instructors and friendly attitude make them the best sea school on the dart.

www.dartharbourseaschool.co.uk

 

 



Dave Brooks came onboard the project before it even began, offering to fit a new gas locker when I eventually found a boat. He kept his generous promise and my old paraffin stove is now replaced with a more practical gas stove for single handed sailing.

www.gascheckmarine.co.uk

 

 

 

Jamie Blackburn, himself a keen yachtsman has supported both myself and the project since the very beginning. His generous £300 donation enabled me to get the project underway with my first years refit. Currently he is also planning an fantastic adventure, sailing around the world with his family, hopefully leaving from Dartmouth in 2010 too!

 

www.firedearth.co.uk

 

The new name for Gamalan Media

Thanks to Pete Blackler of Insignia Creative (formerly known as Gamalan Media) this website is up and running. They cover the costs of hosting as well the initial creation and technical updates, something that was fundamental in getting the project off the ground.

www.insigniacreative.co.uk

 

Holly and David are family friends, and also former employers of mine! They came onboard the project as the 'official foodies!' and provide me with the most amazing bread and brownies whenever I go to sea! Thanks guys!

www.mannafromdevon.com

 

 

Project Supporters:

 
 

Darthaven Marina

  Mike's Smokehouse
  Non Such House
  Nicky Bomby Photography
  Menai Piper
  Herald Express
  Totnes Times
  Western Morning News
  Brixham Times
  Kingsbridge Times
  Dartmouth Chronicle
  By the Dart Magazine
   

 


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