Herald - Issue 455

v BRINGING THE GOOD NEWS TO YOU SINCE 1994 v 28th March 2024 • The HERALD • Page 63 ASK A PROFESSIONAL LJM Bookkeeping Services I provide a range of accounting and business services to individuals, partnerships, charities and small businesses. I am licenced through the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers for the following services. Bookkeeping, Computerised Accounting Software, Final Year End Accounts, Payroll Management, CIS, VAT, Self Assessment Tax for Individuals and Construction Industry Scheme, Statutory Accounts for Small Businesses including Corporation Tax and related submissions, Holiday cover can also be provided for, hourly rates charged. Please contact Lynda McIntyre Email: ljmbookkeepingservices@gmail.com Telephone: 07774 790543 New Boatyard Investment at Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour In the latest investment in Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour as many as 48 new boat cradles have been bought to improve boatyard services for Beaulieu River berth and mooring holders. e £125k investment in top-quality galvanised steel cradles will enable the marina and boatyard team to o er the highest standard of care when moving, repairing and storing customers’ boats. Another 37 yacht cradles were previously bought, together with 90 motorboat stands. A 17-metre-high cherry picker was also recently purchased to enable boat owners to reach the top of their masts for wind instrument swap-outs and re-running halyards, as well as helping the boatyard team and dockmasters to carry out more maintenance work and repairs. A er a £2m redevelopment to recon gure and extend the award-winning marina, Beaulieu Enterprises is now securing the yacht harbour’s future by investing in its boatyard. Luxury facilities were built as part of the upgrade, while environmentally-friendly boat pumpout and washdown facilities were also installed. Harbour Master Wendy Stowe said: “Many customers prefer modern steel to traditional wooden cradles, which provide more protection and efficiency while moving and working on their boats. We are committed to delivering the best possible customer service with the investment that requires.” Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour continues to o er an open policy boatyard and chandlery with full marina services, as well as a range of bene ts. e yacht harbour won the title of Marina of the Year in recent British Yachting awards, a er receiving the most votes for its warm welcome, facilities and services for sailors. e investment has extended to its team, with the appointment of the yacht harbour’s rst apprentice. Ollie Rickard, aged 23, is working towards achieving the British Marine apprenticeship standards to deliver the best service for boat owners and visitors. e Beaulieu River o ers a beautiful natural setting, which provides habitats for more than 200 species of birdlife at the gateway to the New Forest National Park. It has been kept special by the custodianship of the Montagu family for over four centuries. A packed events calendar also o ers regular opportunities to bring together new and old friends in the Beaulieu River community. A restaurant, bar and tea shop are on the doorstep at the 18th century shipbuilding village of Buckler’s Hard, with its maritime museum. For moorings and berths visit: www. beaulieuriver.co.uk, email: harbour. office@beaulieu.co.uk or call 01590 616200. To follow the latest news, visit Facebook and Instagram /beaulieuriver. New boat cradles in Buckler’s Hard Yacht Harbour

RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTIyNzI=