Unfinished Project Boat from Lymington Farm

One of our latest collections was to remove an unfinished project boat from a farmer’s barn in Lymington. The boat had been dumped there and her former owner had stopped paying the storage fees. So it was time to move her on and send the boat for disposal.

Collecting unfinished boat projects from locations like a farmer’s barn in Lymington presents a unique set of challenges. Our recent retrieval of such a vessel highlights the versatility of our team and equipment. The project, abandoned mid-construction, had languished in the barn for years, necessitating its removal and responsible disposal.

The farmer’s barn, often a repository for forgotten projects, posed access challenges. The boat, a partially constructed hull, was situated deep within the barn, requiring careful maneuvering. Our HIAB truck, with its reach and lifting capacity, proved essential for this task. The unfinished project boat had the keels removed which made her lighter. We are not sure whether this was by her former owner trying to claw back some scrap value on her.

When we collect a boat it’s always safety first. The initial step involved assessing the boat’s condition and planning the lifting operation. The unfinished project boat hull, often lacking structural integrity, required careful handling to prevent further damage. The HIAB operator, with precision and expertise, positioned the crane’s arm and secured the boat with heavy-duty slings.

The lift itself was a delicate operation. The hull, suspended in mid-air, was carefully swung out of the barn and onto the HIAB truck’s flatbed. The team meticulously secured the vessel, ensuring it was stable and safe for transport. Once she was loaded we could see that the farmer was glad to see her go. We believe that he will be renting the space out to someone else and this boat was simply in the way.