Registration number 1996
Status Registered
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Meridies moored in Southwold
Meridies moored in Southwold
Meridies under way - port bow
Meridies - starboard side
Meridies on deck - looking aft
Meridies - interior
On deck of Meridies
Interior of Meridies

Details

Function Leisure Craft
Subfunction Launch
Location Southwold
Current use Commercial Activity
Available to hire Yes
Available for excursions No
Web address www.classiccruising.com

Construction

Builder Silver, James A Ltd, Rosneath
Built in 1937
Rig None
Number of decks 1
Propulsion Motor
Number of engines 1
Primary engine type Inboard diesel
Boiler type None
Boilermaker None

Dimensions

Breadth: Beam
11.60 feet (3.54m)
Depth
4.60 feet (1.40m)
Length: Overall
45.00 feet (13.73m)
Tonnage: Gross
19.00

History

MERIDIES served from 1940 onwards at Avonmouth as a harbour patrol vessel. In 1944, the wheelhouse was blown off by a petrol explosion during re-fuelling and, after the war, she returned to Silver's yard for a re-build. She is now in excellent condition following a major restoration in 2001. She is an original example of James Silver’s work and colour film survives of her build, launch and the owner’s first family holiday onboard her in March 1937.

Own this vessel?

If you are the owner of this vessel and would like to provide more details or updated information, please contact info@nationalhistoricships.org.uk