Heaton Belle
Am sure every one in Manchester knows Heaton Park. A while ago i stumbled across this little treasure, has been chaved and had its original beauty destroyed, and left as you see it now. There was originally 2 boats taking people round the lake, but there is only The Belle left. Still has engine fitted, and wouldnt take much to get running. Was seriously considering buying this boat and having it as a project, suppose when you have access to a 60ft long low loader you can think big. Heres a few pics:
Main Shed
Bow
Stern to Bow
Inquisitive Collie
Apologies for fuzzyness and poor light, was another unexpected pic session.
Also, dotted around there is several hatches, these 3 are on top of a hill. Resevoir nearby, and there was an old ROC post which has been filled in, maybe these have some thing to do with it.
Am sure every one in Manchester knows Heaton Park. A while ago i stumbled across this little treasure, has been chaved and had its original beauty destroyed, and left as you see it now. There was originally 2 boats taking people round the lake, but there is only The Belle left. Still has engine fitted, and wouldnt take much to get running. Was seriously considering buying this boat and having it as a project, suppose when you have access to a 60ft long low loader you can think big. Heres a few pics:
Main Shed
Bow
Stern to Bow
Inquisitive Collie
Apologies for fuzzyness and poor light, was another unexpected pic session.
Also, dotted around there is several hatches, these 3 are on top of a hill. Resevoir nearby, and there was an old ROC post which has been filled in, maybe these have some thing to do with it.