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Remains of an unknown vessel on the southern shore of Hooe Lake, near Oreston in Plymouth.

Type

Fishing vessel, motor trawler

History

The remains of a boat abandoned by the boatyard on the shore of Hooe Lake, the name of this ship is not yet known.

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Description

This vessel arrived in this location between 2001 and 2005. The hull appears to be intact, the ship floats on the tide and may be being used as a houseboat.

Location and Access

Hooe Lake, Oreston, Plymouth

From Oreston, take the Lower Saltram road off Plymstock Road then turn right into Kingfisher Way. Follow the road down to the lake and there is a car park at the end. Take the footpath heading south under the folly and follow it round to the hulk, there is a gap in the bushes where you can walk through to the beach. Alternatively, walk round via the beach but take care as the rocks are slippery. Note that Hexton Quay is private property and is not open to the public.

Nearby hulks include the trawler Dignity , Bon Ami , Hooe Lake 8 , Hooe Lake 9 , barge Hooe Lake 10 , motor launch Jade

Last updated 03 Jan 2021

Position OS: SX 50155 52817
Position GPS: 50.356143, -4.107816

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