Gadwall like many other classic wooden yachts was lost for many years, laying on Roa Island after a stalled restoration. However, during this time she was completely refastened with silicon bronze screws and copper rovings used in areas below the waterline.
She was left fallow until 2016 when a collective from Hayling Island took on the herculean task of restoring her and bringing her back to glory.
From going back into the water in 2019 Gadwall’s restoration maintained her period features and the continued work focuses on her originality and ensuring she sails constantly and competes in the future.