Purpose

May 2025 marks the 85th
Anniversary of Operation Dynamo. Due to the postponement of the
last crossing, it is proposed to be the largest crossing since the
original operation in 1940. 60+ Dunkirk little ships will be making
the crossing on 21 May 2025 with an additional 60+ supporter
vessels. As tradition the vessels are planning on sailing from
Ramsgate Royal Harbour on this date, arriving 10 hours later
(dependent on weather) in Dunkirk.
 
The Dunkirk little ships will
arrive before the initial sailing date and will likely be berthed
within the inner marina creating a spectacle for the public. There
will be options to allow the public onto certain vessels to look
around. The event is set to gain large amount of media attention,
as usual, and is a great opportunity for Ramsgate Royal harbour to
play its part in the celebration.

Decision

The Leader agreed that:
 
1. 
Berthing fees and charges for any authentic Dunkirk little ships
part of the Association of Dunkirk Little Ships’ be waived
for the weekend before and after the 85th Anniversary event. This
amount is expected to be approximately £16,000;
 
2. 
Berthing fees for any registered charity vessel attending the 85th
Anniversary event be waived for the weekend before or after the
event. This is expected to be approx. £2,000.