THE ENGINE ROOM PLATE FROM THE P.S. TATTERSHALL CASTLE, 1934
cast in brass with raised lettering inscribed No. 1059 / BUILT BY / WILLIAM GRAY & Co. / LIMITED / WEST HARTLEPOOL with holes for bulkhead attachment -- 13½ x 20in. (34 x 51cm.); together with a refurbishment plate from 1975; and a brass and enamel steward's lapel badge
(3)
Originally built as a passenger tender for the London & North Eastern Railway, the 556 ton Tattershall Castle was used as a barrage balloon tether and troop ferry over the Humber in World War II. Nationalised with the railways in 1948, she remained with British Rail until 1973. In 1976 (after a refit) she was towed to London where, after a stint as a floating art gallery, she was re-opened as London's famous floating pub in 1982. Moored along the Embankment opposite the old County Hall, the "Tatty Cassie" as regulars affectionately know her has been open for business ever since.
Sold for £2,480
Estimated at £600 - £800
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
Condition Report
good overall condition
We are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of this property. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Charles Miller Ltd is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD “AS IS” IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE.
THE ENGINE ROOM PLATE FROM THE P.S. TATTERSHALL CASTLE, 1934
cast in brass with raised lettering inscribed No. 1059 / BUILT BY / WILLIAM GRAY & Co. / LIMITED / WEST HARTLEPOOL with holes for bulkhead attachment -- 13½ x 20in. (34 x 51cm.); together with a refurbishment plate from 1975; and a brass and enamel steward's lapel badge
(3)
Originally built as a passenger tender for the London & North Eastern Railway, the 556 ton Tattershall Castle was used as a barrage balloon tether and troop ferry over the Humber in World War II. Nationalised with the railways in 1948, she remained with British Rail until 1973. In 1976 (after a refit) she was towed to London where, after a stint as a floating art gallery, she was re-opened as London's famous floating pub in 1982. Moored along the Embankment opposite the old County Hall, the "Tatty Cassie" as regulars affectionately know her has been open for business ever since.
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Gloriana), 1st Nov, 2022
Page turning catalogue here
Downloadable bid form here
Order of Sale:
Mercantile (Sail & Yachting) 1-57B
Mercantile (Steam) 58-112
Naval (Sail) 115-202
Naval (Steam) 205-319
Navigational & Scientific Instruments 325-353
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