Lost memories of the River Severn

Lost Memories of the River Severn is an intriguing programme of talks and guided tours through the remains of Purton Hulks.

Led by marine historian, L.P.Barnett, the tours of the site take place just north of Sharpness New Docks, and are the final resting place for 81 steel, timber and concrete vessels. This amazing site is deemed to be the largest of its kind in the UK and includes varied craft such as schooners, Severn trows, wich barges, concrete lighters, and rare Stroudwater and Kennet barges.

The tours can also be accompanied on request by an historical slide-show presentation, and an extensive photograph collection. This will include information relating to original ship dimensions, cargo trade routes, former crew member anecdotes, and a description of the heroic beaching process onto the foreshore of this sleepy Gloucestershire hamlet.

The tours begin at 2pm and last for approximately two hours (weather permitting). Admission is £3 or donations can be made to the Severn Area Rescue Association.

For more information or to request a slide-show presentation call 07833 143 231 or email barnadillo@aol.co.uk.