Dredger by Appointment Trinity Talk by Ted Harris on Monday 11 April

Water has always played a large part in Ted’s life. An Officer Cadet in the Merchant Navy at the age of 16, he moved to Maidenhead 60 years ago to be near the river.

In 1974 he started his own dredging business which bloomed into a group of five separate businesses, including a small shipyard at Brentford, passenger boats at Maidenhead and a water-related design company. Ted rowed at Henley in 1961 and rowed the English Channel at 64.

These are fundraising events for Holy Trinity Church. Everyone is welcome, but capacity is limited and it is advisable to check in advance. Places at £20 each can be reserved by email (stephaniediggon@hotmail.com) or by phone on 01628 527465. Arrive from 6.30pm at Bel and The Dragon for Prosecco and canapés, the talk starts at 7pm and finishes around 8pm.