Jessie Atkinson

Jessie is a colour blind sailor and jumped-up ship’s cook who has spent most of her adult life as a traditional seafarer. She has been involved in all aspects of the industry, starting as a deckhand and bosun’s mate on the square-riggers over a decade ago.

Having sailed professionally on ships of all sizes, from 40′ gaff cutters to 150′ barques, Jessie has since moved on to vessel support and marine coordination (although she’d still be happier scurrying up the rigging while dinner’s in the oven…)

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05/09 Inspiration

Top Tips for Your First Traditional Sailing Holiday

No Experience Required Ready to Sail?  If you’re thinking about trying traditional sailing, no experience is necessary. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a

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London Great River Race 2024 in Pinnacle for Flushing and Mylor

27/09 crew profile

Conquering the Thames: A Record-Breaking Gig Row

Recently, I had a fantastic adventure rowing in the Great River Race, an annual event that’s held every autumn and has become known as

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Great food on board and plenty of it

11/09 Careers

The Way to a Crew’s Heart… The Role of the Ship’s Cook

Having taken a job as vessel manager at a heritage harbour a few years ago I was described (behind my back) as a ‘jumped-up

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