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Plea to save Victor, Ipswich's 130-year-old sailing barge

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A large sailing barge docked in a quay next to a pavement and road. Blocks of flats can be seen in the background.

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Campaign launched to raise £100,000 to save Ipswich's 130-year-old sailing barge Victor

Overview

A community trust is racing to raise £100,000 by 30 December to purchase and preserve the historic sailing barge Victor, built in Ipswich in 1895. Without the funds, the vessel risks being left to rot or converted into an improperly maintained houseboat, threatening its future and popular passenger voyages along the River Orwell.

Key points

  • The Victor 1895 Community Heritage Trust needs to raise £100,000 by 30 December to buy the historic sailing barge.
  • Built in Ipswich in 1895, the 82ft (25m) vessel is listed on the National Register of Historic Ships but currently lacks legal protection.
  • The trust aims to maintain the barge to continue popular passenger trips on the River Orwell and support maritime careers and traditional skills.
  • The barge's long-time skipper of 21 years, Wes Westwood, is retiring.
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