Maritime record MLI115981 - Former Lifeboat, Boston
Summary
The remains of a wrecked former lifeboat of probable 20th century date, on the western side of the River Witham, Boston.
Type and Period (1)
- WRECK (Post Medieval to Late 20th Century - 1900 AD? to 2000 AD?)
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Full Description
The remains of a wrecked former lifeboat of probable 20th century date, on the western side of the River Witham, Boston. The vessel was included in a photographic survey of wrecks along the Witham foreshore, conducted in October 2013 prior to their removal. The vessel was constructed of wood with a clinker-built hull and featured a transom stern. {1}{2}{3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI12849 Bibliographic Reference: David Doughty. 2009. The Haven Wrecks. p.7.
- <2> SLI15084 Report: Archaeological Project Services. 2014. Hulks Along the Witham Foreshore, Boston. no.6.
- <3> SLI15085 Archive: Archaeological Project Services. 2014. Hulks Along the Witham Foreshore, Boston. LCNCC 2013.153.
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Location
| Grid reference | TF 3290 4353 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | BOSTON, BOSTON, LINCOLNSHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 21 2021 8:35PM
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