Cheers, down the hatch, well not down the hatch of the boat!

The opening of the Colne oyster fishery, normally in the spring, here can be seen all the dignitaries required for the opening including the Mayor of Colchester, as the Colne fishery belonged to the town of Colchester.
This photo was probably taken in Pyefleet Creek off the river colne.

They are celebrating the opening of the fishery with the traditional Gin and Gingerbread.

Wivenhoe Memories collection.