Maritime record MLI115986 - Wrecked Motor Fishing Boat, Boston
Summary
The remains of a wrecked former motor fishing vessel 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 former clinker-built, wooden motor fishing boat 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 hull of the vessel appeared to have been coated in cement at one point, to help prolong its life. {1}{2}{3}
Sources/Archives (3)
- <1> SLI12849 Bibliographic Reference: David Doughty. 2009. The Haven Wrecks. p.6.
- <2> SLI15084 Report: Archaeological Project Services. 2014. Hulks Along the Witham Foreshore, Boston. no.12.
- <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 4360 (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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