Birchwood 25 Boat Collection and Recycling in Bristol

Birchwood 25 Recycling in Bristol

Taking on an aging motor cruiser can quickly turn into a race against escalating costs and structural decay. That was the reality facing the owner of a Birchwood 25 in Bristol, who ultimately called in the Boatbreakers team to handle her collection and recycling.

The boat had suffered severe rot across her wooden superstructure and cabin interior after years of exposure to the elements. Combined with ongoing mechanical trouble from her finicky petrol engine. Plus an upcoming hike in Bristol mooring fees, the financial balance tipped. The owner tried to sell her and even offered to give her away for free. But with buyers wary of the extensive repairs needed, no one took the offer. Realising that keeping her afloat was no longer viable. He made the smart call to scrap the vessel.

One Last Problem

On the day of collection, the owner set off to navigate her along the river to Bristol Marina, where the yard’s crane was waiting to lift her out. In true project-boat fashion, the petrol engine died mid-journey! Fortunately, the owner managed to limp her around into the dock. Bringing her alongside just in time for the haul-out team to take over.

The Bristol Marina team hoisted the 25-foot cruiser out of the water and loaded her directly onto our transport truck. Once back at the Boatbreakers facility, our crew got to work systematically stripping her down. Reclaiming usable salvage gear and sorting all metal, timber, and composite materials for responsible recycling.

We’ll Be Back

The team at Bristol Marina noted that many other neglected boats in the area are approaching the end of their lifespans. So it won’t be long before our trucks are back in the South West.

If you have a boat in Bristol or along the inland waterways that has become too costly to keep. Get in touch with Boatbreakers today for a hassle-free removal quote.