History
Anja was built in Foxhol near Groningen in North Holland by Gebr Bodewes and launched on the 17th September 1929; built as a motor ship with tanks in her hold, what she carried and where is still not clear. She was named 'Transporteur 3' at this time, working in the north of Holland. She was renamed in 1943 to 'Nobi M2' and moved to Rotterdam to work. In 1948 she moved again to Amsterdam and was renamed 'Trio'.
Technical details:
73 ft long x 12.6ft wide by 4ft deep, gross tonnage 50, powered originally by Caterpillar motor 60 hp. Sold out of service in 1997 in Maastricht, Holland and sailed over to Brentford, UK in 1998 engine and tanks removed, Scania diesel fitted and new cabins welded on and converted to live-aboard. Renamed again to her current name Anja. 2014 Gardner 6LX bought from scrapyard and rebuilt by Colin, ex double decker bus,
Your Accomodation
If you decide to stay onboard as part of the immersive experience, you'll be staying in the stern cabin separate to the main accommodation which has a double bed, ensuite shower and loo, beautiful views from the large windows and tea & coffee making facilities. You are welcome to bring something to cook in the main kitchen or head out for something to eat for your evening meal. On the two day onboard Anja option we provide a light lunch with hot and cold drinks provided all day throughout the course.
Accessibility
Access to Anja is via a wide gang plank with a handrail, steep boat stairs down into the stern cabin and a few steps into the main cabin. For the course you will need to be mobile and able to navigate steps, getting on and off the boat with ropes and generally be of a fit nature to get the most out of the course.
