Polaris

Original intended pairing with motor no 85, Southern Cross.

Acquired by Manchester Ship Canal Co in January 1947 and became Light Work Boat No 3.

Now has full length cabin.

Boat information

Company: Grand Union Canal Carrying Co, Manchester Ship Canal Company
Original type: Butty
Class: Star
Builder: Harland & Wolff
Build date: 08/08/1935
Hull construction: Iron composite
Fleet no.: 334
Registered at: Brentford
Registration date: 03/09/1935
Registration no.: 519
Extant: Yes
Full length: Yes
Gauge date: 23/10/1935
Gauge no.: 12410
Gauged by: Grand Union
Other names: Light Work Boat No 3