Mike Sheppard is a visitor to Setley Pond. He specialises in paddling and rowing models. Mike's Comments.

Mike Sheppard's model of the first steam paddle ship. The original was a 36ft craft designed by John Fitch in 1786 (Wikipedia entry). Mikes nickname for it "The Beast" reflects the joys of construction. Movie:

"Donk" and "Monk" have been shopping for food and Donk is rowing them home. Monk is steering by sitting on the tiller, but doesn't like to see where he's going! Model: Mike Sheppard, now owned by Peter Taylor (who at least provided the hay!).
Setley Pond: River Itchen: Model workings: .

Mediterranean Galley - a trireme (Mike's comments)
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Special Boat Squadron two man canoe, the model is mechanically propelled by the paddles; model: Mike Sheppard.