Family takes back ownership of 'secret' marina after 50 years

Family takes back ownership of 'secret' marina after 50 years

"We’re open every day of the week through the summer and we plan to have BBQs and create a relaxing haven for everyone."

Christchurch Marina Returns To Family After 50 Years

After being leased for the last 50 years a ‘secret’ Christchurch marina is back under the control of the family who own it.Little Avon Marina is tucked away behind the Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre and is now being overseen by Charles Wallrock and his sister Jo Turnage.Their father, the war hero Commander Michael Wallrock, bought what was then an ornamental pond in 1969. He dug out the marina and created an attractive little haven in the shadow …