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On patrol with Rye's Harbour Master
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Ryecast is back - with another series of podcasts about the people living & working in our town. This week’s edition is all about Rye harbour master James Bateman. James Stewart joined him on board his launch, Rother IV, during a routine check on the condition of the navigation lights that keep sailors safe. Along the way there are seals and birds, and a chance to look at Rye’s flood protection and the work on Strand Quay. It’s a totally different way of seeing Rye, with a unique view of the fishing fleet and yachts moored up at the quays and marina.
It’s not just smaller vessels. Last year around 40 bigger ships came up the channel, each one needing help from James and his team to guide them in. Over 90,000 tonnes of cargo was unloaded at Rastrum Wharf in 2022.
Back on dry land, the conversation continues at the harbour offices. On the wall a wooden board lists the Rye harbour masters going back to 1850. "I’m proud to be part of that history. I’m number 12 . It’s a life choice as well as a job," he says. Brought up on Romney Marsh, James has been in charge at the harbour for 12 years, returning to the area after many years working at sea.
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