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A famous West Wales lifeboat will be launched on a new career as the centrepiece of a
A famous West Wales lifeboat will be launched on a new career as the centrepiece of a maritime museum.
Enthusiasts have rescued the 81-year-old William Cantrell Ashley lifeboat which for more than 40 years was on station at New Quay, Wales.
The double-skinned lifeboat was the last rowed sail version to be used by the RNLI.
It was built by the London based Allied Iron Founders and entered service in 1907 at Newquay,
The lifeboat saw service in both world wars and took part in scores of rescues in atrocious sea conditions off the West Wales coast.
In 1948 the RNLI replaced the sail lifeboat with a powered boat and presented the old lifeboat to an outward bound centre in Aberdovey.
Subsequently it was used as a fishing boat in Milford Haven. and it was converted with an
engine and cabin.
It was found in this modified state by officials of the New Quay Maritime Museum, who bought it for £ 3, 000 and transported it to their seaside town to await restoration.
Picture shows: Museum chairman Mr. Malcolm Headley with his model lifeboat.
12th August 1988
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New Quay
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Media ID 21918690
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21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the rich maritime history of West Wales with our latest addition to the Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This stunning image captures the moment the legendary 81-year-old William Cantrell Ashley lifeboat embarks on its new journey as the proud centrepiece of a local maritime museum. Each print, expertly crafted by our team at Memory Lane Prints, brings the story of this heroic vessel to life, transporting you to the heart of West Wales' nautical heritage. Order yours today and bring a piece of coastal history into your home.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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A piece of maritime history finds a new home. The renowned William Cantrell Ashley lifeboat, known for its heroic service off the West Wales coast, will now take center stage at a maritime museum. This 81-year-old double-skinned lifeboat holds a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts who have tirelessly rescued it from obscurity. Built by Allied Iron Founders in London and entering service in 1907 at Newquay, this rowed sail version was the last of its kind used by the RNLI. Throughout its illustrious career, it braved treacherous sea conditions during both world wars and participated in numerous daring rescues. After being replaced with a powered boat in 1948, the old lifeboat found itself repurposed as an outward bound center's possession and later as a fishing vessel in Milford Haven. However, fate intervened when officials from the New Quay Maritime Museum discovered it modified but still intact. Purchased for £3,000 and transported to their seaside town for restoration, this iconic vessel now awaits its grand unveiling. Museum chairman Mr. Malcolm Headley proudly poses alongside his model lifeboat – an homage to what is soon to become one of their most prized exhibits. As we celebrate this remarkable acquisition on August 12th, 1988 let us reflect on the bravery and resilience embodied within these wooden planks that once saved countless lives amidst unforgiving waves.
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