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    Thames lighter steps in to offer working space

    Oct 16, 2020 0 minutes

    t has been a while since sizable ships used to dock at Woodbridge, previously a working lighter on the Thames. Her new role will be to lift small boats into her hold for repair, restoration and storage, adding almost 50 per cent to the covered workshop space.

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