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The Registers

There are currently over 2000 vessels across our Registers. These include details of designer, builder, dimensions, construction, propulsion, service history, current location and ownership, as well as images of many of the vessels.

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Barnet

Registered, built 1936 by Harland & Wolff Ltd, Woolwich

Ril Elsie

Registered, built 1923 by Scarr, Henry Ltd, Hessle

Neptune

Registered, built 1927 by Crossfield Brothers, Conway

Shipshape Network

Welcome to the Shipshape Network – a UK-wide initiative connecting historic vessel owners, skilled craftsmen, businesses, heritage organisations, training bodies and all those with an interest in Britain’s maritime heritage.

The Shipshape Zones

East

Heart of England

North

Northern Ireland

Scotland

South East

South West

Wales

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News & Events

Doors Open Days - Visit Scotland's heritage for free

Various dates 19-28 September, across Scotland. Including Tall Ship Glenlee, HMS Unicorn, Swan LK243, and Portsoy Boat Shed

Maldon & Heybridge Heritage Harbour Autumn Talk: 'Dunkirk Heroes: The story of two barges'

Tuesday 7 October, St Mary's Church, Maldon.

Heritage Open Days 2025

12-21 September, various dates and locations. Our round-up of all historic vessels and maritime heritage projects taking part in this year's Festival.