Restoration’s almost finished on an Isle of Wight based paddle steamer. Two years of work has been taking place on the Monarch.
PHOTO: Monarch arrives at the IW Walking Festival 2008.
Now, the owners are looking for volunteers to help continue their work. Jobs like leaflet and poster distribution, brass polishing and light cleaning as well as crew members are being sought. They also plan to seek charitable status, to raise £15,000 for a new boiler. Visit www.medinamonarch.co.uk to find out more.