I started model boating back in 1958 when I joined the Forest Gate Model boat Club, Living opposite the model boat pond on Wanstead flats, Later I Joined the Mayesbrook Club using the lake in barking park ,my main interest was in strait running. going to model boat regatta's/contest's  all over England.   After a break of 20 Years I am now back model Boating with Grays Thurrock Model Boat Club. below are some pictures of my boats and fellow club members boats.