Unknown (Boyne Boat)

Carvel in Ireland

Known as the 'Boyne Boat'. Actual name of vessel not known. Carvel-built boat, probably a flat-bottomed barge. Lies partially buried on the sloping edge of the navigation channel for Drogheda port in the River Boyne. Northern edge of vessel becomes exposed at low spring tides. Consists of heavy framing made up of square transverse timbers overlying thick hull planking. Measures approximately L. 12m x B. 4m.

Type:
Carvel

Coordinates:
53.72°N, 6.29°W

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