I'm currently working on a rather neglected GP14 and wish to repair a
sizable hole towards the bow, close to the keel (see
http://xdev.net/~jon/pict1679-resized.jpg). I've stripped back all the
rotten wood around the hole and am wondering how to proceed.

My current idea is to cut back the hole to a straight edge, produce a lip
around the edge of the hole by removing half the plys of the existing wood
and make a patch to fit (with an opposite lip). I then plan to epoxy this
in place and possibly brace it on the inside. I could then use marine
filler to shape over the top of the patch to the curvature of the bow.

Does this plan sound sensible, or can anyone suggest how I should proceed?

Many thanks.