A new training gig for Truro River Rowing Club was launched in the sunshine at Loe Beach.
Doris Ansari, Cornwall Councillor, officially launched the new gig by pouring champagne on the bow.
The fibreglass gig will be kept on the beach all year round and the club hopes its purchase will encourage new members to join.
The name of the new boat, Lady Loe, was chosen from suggestions from children at Bosvigo School.
Jacquie Rapier, vice-captain, said the club was very grateful to all involved in raising the necessary funds through events such as carwashes at Ferris Garage and auctions at the Punchbowl and Ladle.
