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Shane Cheshire
Marina Manager
Shane has worked at Woolverstone since 2002, starting his career operating the water taxi on weekends whilst studying at college, he has carried out varies roles and worked his way up to the position of Marina Manager. Shane’s vast knowledge and experience means he is able to provide a first-class service to all our customers and has a keen eye for detail. When not at work Shane can be found tinkering with cars or game shooting.
Adam Peak
Assistant Manager
Adam has worked at Woolverstone Marina since 2014. After obtaining a degree in Water Sports Studies and Management at Southampton Solent University, he started his career as a Sailing and Windsurfing instructor. Adam has had various roles over the years, including working in the Chandlery, the Lodge Park and organising the Boatyard. Adam can be found anywhere in the Marina or the Lodge Park as no two days are the same and is always happy to help.
Trystan Arnold
Lodge Park Supervisor
Trystan joined the team in 2022 and is already an integral part of the team. With a background in lawn care and horticulture, Trystan loves the great outdoors and takes immense pride in ensuring that the Lodge Park looks its best year-round both inside and outside the Lodges. In his spare time, Trystan can be found tinkering with his classic MX5 or enjoying some well-deserved family time with his children.
Allan Chesney
Marina Operative
Allan joined the team in October 2022. He works a 4-day shift pattern and has a wealth of nautical experience, having been a boatbuilder and grown up on a houseboat converted from a 64ft fishing trawler. In his spare time, Allan can be found woodturning, tinkering with motorbikes or clay pigeon shooting. Fortunately for us, not at the same time!
Barrie Stammers
Marina Operative
Barrie joined the team in August 2023 as a Marina Operative, having spent the past 6 years as a bus driver. Prior to this, Barrie served over 18 years in H.M. Armed Forces, firstly in the Royal Navy and then in the Military Provost Guard Service, which is part of the British Army responsible for establishment security. Barrie enjoys getting out on the water whenever the opportunity arises.
Graham Bushell
Marina Operative
Graham has recently celebrated his 20 years’ service working as a Marina Operative at Woolverstone and is a font of knowledge. He is happy to share his skills and experience with his colleagues and customers alike, providing a very thorough and efficient service to all. Graham is a boatbuilder by trade, but has worked in various industries in the past, including construction and haulage. Graham is a keen sailor and berths his own sailing catamaran at Woolverstone.
Russell Ward
Night Marina Operative
Russell joins us as a Night Marina Operative, and although relatively new to the marine industry, he is thoroughly enjoying it and is keen to learn. Russell is ex-military with a strong background in security including door work and close protection. In his spare time, he enjoys venturing off hiking and camping.
Victoria Monaghan
Marina Operative
Victoria has had a diverse career across the hospitality sector, and enjoys getting to know the customers alongside having a varied role at work. Whilst relatively new to sailing, in her spare time she is working on a big liveaboard project yacht, so is practical and handy if you ever want to chat about boats and DIY.
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Visitor Information
- Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 1AS
- (01473) 780206
Today’s fuel price
60/40 retail price including VAT
Diesel - £1.59 per litre
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Facilities & Services
- 235 berths
- Max LOA: 24m
- Fuel (diesel)
- 45 swinging moorings with water taxi service
- Luxury lodge park
- On-site restaurant - please note the restaurant is currently closed for refurbishment
- Storage sheds
- Laundry facilities
- Yacht brokerage
- Calor gas
- Sailing school
- RYA training centre - Royal Harwich Yacht Club
- Electric Vehicle Charging - Tesla & Universal Type 2
- MDL WiFi
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