David Sinnett-Jones black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: In Memory of David Sinnett-Jones 1930-2004 A distinguished yachtsman, having survived cancer with the loss of a lung and part of his heart in his forties, took up the challenge of ocean sailing. From this harbour he sailed first to South Africa in a 26 foot boat, followed by a single handed voyage around the world in his self-built 'Zane Spray', becoming the first disabled single-handed Cape Horner. For his final voyage in 1999 he built a replica of the 'Liberdade' Used by his hero, Joshya Slocum, one hundred years earlier and re-enacted his voyage from Paranagua in Brazil to New York. A great hearted man with astonishing determination and courage Recorded plaque organisation: Aberaeron Yacht Club.

David Sinnett-Jones was a distinguished yachtsman who, despite losing a lung and part of his heart due to cancer in his forties, completed remarkable ocean voyages including becoming the first disabled single-handed Cape Horner. His achievements highlight exceptional determination and courage, making him an inspiration for overcoming physical limitations.