The world's last surviving steam-powered herring drifter steamed back to Great Yarmouth on Saturday 15th May 2010.
Refer Lydia Eva for more details
Steam drifters once filled the harbours as they worked down from Scotland following the Herring
Lydia Eva was, unusually, also capable of trawling outside the herring season
The last complete example of a Lowestoft sidewinder trawler
Mincarlo is the last floating example which has engine and hull both manufactured in Lowestoft.
Every summer she is open for visitors
Your support to keep these vessels afloat is vital. Please help
A 3rd vessel, Excelsior, looked after by Excelsior Trust completes Lowestoft's fishing fleet history.
For other nautical destinations wander over to Boat District or Enjoy the Broads