Typically used to catch whitebait and shrimps in the Thames Estuary the Bawley is characterised by full, but relatively shallow hull lines and a transom stern very similar to that of a Thames barge in shape, giving the Bawley good sail carrying ability. The rig is typically a lose footed main with an almost vertical leech and a large topsail for catching the light airs as they made their way up the Thames.
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Good Intent was lying at Woodbridge at the top of the River Deben in Suffolk a few years ago when these photographs were taken, even laid up at the quay she looked lovely.
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Built in 1860 by Shrubsills of Milton at 36 feet on deck, she is registered as a Lowestoft boat - No. LO136, she fished for sprats and cod under sail until she retired from fishing in 1927.
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Shrubsall, not Shrubsills
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