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It is very expensive to pay the shipwright’s wages, and source the materials required. Any help you can provide, whether by a donation or fundraising, will be great received.
The Many Lives of Jane Hannah MacDonald

Buy the book about the boat – release date 23rd May 2026
YOU ARE INVITED….

ALL proceeds of the first 500 copies sold go entirely to the renovation of Jane Hannah MacDonald III (after that, profits will always go towards this charity)
Order your book here
OFFER – including postage
Order here for the book to be posted to you.

£9.55
OFFER – no postage
If you live locally and can collect, order here.

£8.00
About the AMHT
Established in 2017, the Appledore Maritime Heritage Trust aims to acquire and restore heritage assets in order to preserve the area’s long and established maritime heritage.
The Trust is funded entirely from Grants, Gifts and Donations. Time given to the Trust is voluntary and professional employment is provided. Contributions are very welcome and individual donations are greatly valued.
Latest News
- The Keel Appeal: Fundraising efforts
Book launch 23rd May – come along or order the book. - Renovation Update
It’s was an exciting autumn! It is so wonderful to see progress being made with the renovation as well as to welcome more people to share in her story. We… Read more: Renovation Update - Addressing a skill shortage
According to the National Heritage Craft Organisation traditional shipbuilding skills are on the red danger list . This means that there is a severe skill shortage threatening the future of… Read more: Addressing a skill shortage