Raven's Ait
Introduction
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Raven's Ait
Image: © Hugh Venables Taken: 2 Nov 2010
Island in the River Thames with a mixed history. The buildings date back to 1971, when they island was a base for Sea Cadets. Sea Cadets are no longer on the island, but sea scouts are with rowing, sailing and canoeing run from the island. The buildings were then converted for use as a wedding and reception centre until Ravens Ait Hall Management Company Ltd went into administration in late 2008. Squatters then took over the island, remaining until 1st May 2009. It is now being refurbished, seemingly for a community sailing training centre, which would be an excellent use.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.39929
Longitude
-0.310031