'Compton Queen' Motor Boat, Wolverhampton, Early 20th cent. The steam powered 'Compton Queen' motor boat taking passengers from

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'Compton Queen' Motor Boat, Wolverhampton, Early 20th cent. The steam powered 'Compton Queen' motor boat taking passengers from Newbridge. It was run, along with others in the fleet by the name of 'Margaret' and 'Victoria', by Arthur Beech who had premises at Lock House, Compton. The trips were daily and took in Coven, Calf Heath and Brewood, returning at dusk, with extra sailings during public Holidays. Fares for the trips were one shilling for adults and sixpence for children. Rowing boats were also for hire. It is doubtful as to whether modern safety standards today would allow such a large number of people on one boat. Motorboats, Canals, Photographs

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Size: 2743px × 2196px
Location: Wolverhampton, Staffordshire, Midlands, England, UK
Photo credit: © Wolverhampton Archives, UK / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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