Maritime record MLI97538 - Wrecked Motor Fishing Vessel, Boston

Summary

The remains of a wrecked motor fishing vessel of probable 20th century date, on the western side of the River Witham, Boston.

Type and Period (1)

  • (Post Medieval to Late 20th Century - 1900 AD? to 2000 AD?)

Protected Status/Designation

Full Description

A recently sunk motor fishing vessel of probable 20th century date is on the western side of the River Witham, Boston. It was in the process of being converted into a yacht when it sank. {1} 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 made of wood with a carvel hull. It featured a central recess for a cabin and perhaps the engine. {2}{3}

Sources/Archives (3)

  •  Bibliographic Reference: David Doughty. 2009. The Haven Wrecks. p.7.
  •  Report: Archaeological Project Services. 2014. Hulks Along the Witham Foreshore, Boston. no.3.
  •  Archive: Archaeological Project Services. 2014. Hulks Along the Witham Foreshore, Boston. LCNCC 2013.153.

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Location

Grid reference TF 3285 4347 (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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