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Former Swan Hunter coppersmith and welder Rob Dixon, 38
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Former Swan Hunter coppersmith and welder Rob Dixon, 38
Former Swan Hunter coppersmith and welder Rob Dixon, 38, built the 7 ton steel hulled Rio Delta, in the backyard of his council home in Cedarwood Avenue on the North Shields Meadow Well Estate..
The fishing boat was lifted and taken to the towns Albert Edward Dock thanks to a 2000 North Tyenside Council grant.
Once fitted out Rob planned to charter the boat to fishing parties to raise money for the required fishing gear.
28/11/87
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Achievement Crane Dock Fishing Fishing Boat Hobbies Success Testing The Water Resourceful
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Former Swan Hunter coppersmith and welder, Rob Dixon, 38, proudly poses next to his remarkable creation - the Rio Delta. This magnificent 7-ton steel-hulled fishing boat was meticulously built by Rob in the backyard of his council home on Cedarwood Avenue, located in the charming North Shields Meadow Well Estate. Thanks to a generous grant from the North Tyneside Council in 2000, Rob's dream became a reality as he successfully lifted and transported the Rio Delta to Albert Edward Dock in town. With its completion drawing near, Rob plans to charter this impressive vessel for fishing parties as a means to raise funds for much-needed fishing gear. Rob's resourcefulness and determination shine through as he showcases his self-assembled masterpiece. His passion for craftsmanship is evident in every detail of this stunning boat. The photograph captures him during one of many testing moments when he bravely takes it out onto the water for its first trial run. This image not only represents an incredible achievement but also symbolizes the spirit of ingenuity and perseverance that defined individuals like Rob during the vibrant era of the 1980s. It serves as a reminder that with dedication and creativity, even seemingly impossible dreams can be realized.
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