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Steam Tug Mayflower and Fire-boat Pyronaut

These are working exhibits at Bristol harbour. Mayflower dates from 1861 - she’s believed to be the oldest surviving tug in the world.

 

Pyronaut was a crucial part of the docks’ fire-fighting service for about 40 years, including the Bristol Blitz in 1940.

 

You can read more here www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/m-shed/whats-at/working-exhibits/

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