Photographs of the DUKE OF
LANCASTER taken on May 30, 2024 when she was trading as the "Fun
Ship". Some interesting comparisons are possible with the present
scene [CLICK
HERE]. The ship actually appears to be
almost afloat and there is no evidence of the concrete barge holding
her stern. This must have been placed in position at a later date.
The DUKE
also carried her builders plate back in 1980, though care in
applying the white paint was obviously lacking! Also of interest is
the fact that both the forward anchor chains can be seen. Today the
starboard anchor chain remains extended presumably with the anchor
buried in the quayside? The port anchor, however , has been wound up.
It is also interesting to note
that the small dock was also in use by some small craft at the time.
The ship displays the white / black funnel as it appears on the
Solitaire web site. |