NB Esk

I can’t remember the dimensions of a Sheffield keel but I’ve taken one through Thorne lock. Lengthwise there was literally 1” to spare.

To make the job that bit easier, grind/sand the areas to be welded before you push them back into place.

Close…….hider is the son.

My 2LB came out of the deck mounted crane aboard the Esk dredger. Shown are before and after pictures of the restoration.

Don’t forget Ally as in Marble. I remember asking Mother to make me a little pump bag, to keep all my glass Ally’s in.

I wonder if someone may be able to answer my question? We used to have a different kind of pride in this country, it was known as “ wear your poppy with pride “. This referenced people who had made a sacrifice in the defence of their country, in some cases becoming mentally or physically disabled, or even paying the ultimate sacrifice. My question is, if the above people are entitled to just one day per year ( rememberance Sunday ), how come members of LGB are entitled to an entire month?

Must have had good suspension at the back, with all of that weight. Oh…..hang on..

Ninety five percent sure that it’s a Wakefield boat. Boats exactly like this were built at Thornes Wharf, that checker stern deck plate is a dead giveaway, along with the guard irons and the general bow profile. Built like tanks and if it’s had anything resembling maintenance, should be life left in it.

If those rails are narrow gauge, they’re probably the the “naga lines” from Lofthouse colliery, to Lofthouse basin at Stanley ferry. Once the coal reached the basin, it was then transshipped into Tom pudding compartment boats.

My money would be on the Clankshaft.......

You’re right. I’ve noticed over the years that boats especially don’t seem to like water.......

I believe he may have connections with one of our members, Jeanette Smith Harrison. Possibly a relative. I seem to remember her telling of how he pushed her into the canal, when they were children. Hopefully I have that right.

This might just be the one. Moored up at Wakefield, approximately where the Sea Scouts are now. The light coloured warehouse to the left is still standing. Sorry about the quality, it’s a copy of a copy.