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Two Bideford-built schooners of the Nineteenth Century.

Posted on 12/07/2016 by Tango Alpha

“Buzz” was contacted in June by Roger Banfield of Scilly seeking information on the schooner “Vivid”, built in Bideford in 1851 (see Shipping Notes 136, July edition). Mr. Banfield undertakes maritime history research for his own interest, and also in … Continue reading →

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Memories of Bideford Shipyard.

Posted on 28/01/2016 by Tango Alpha

Many thanks to Mr. Freddie Palmer, who provided these photos. We’re sure that they’ll be of interest to many people. “Buzz” is dating the photos of the trawler “Galatea” as 1975, since records show that as date of launch.  Names … Continue reading →

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