Although originally registered as MV Gainsborough Trader in 1931 when built, she was renamed MFH in 1937. In 1995, she was returned to her original name by the then owners. It is considered unlucky to re-name a ship … but re-re-naming is probably OK!
Original Function: Cargo Vessel
Sub Functional Area: Coasting
Type: Humber Keel
Builder: Richard Dunston of Thorne
Build date: 1931
Length overall: 70.95 feet (21.64 metres)
Tonnage: 78.17 (Gross Tonnage)
Boat displacement: 48.6 Tonnes
Depth: 7.28 feet (2.22 metres)
Beam: 16.26 feet (4.96 metres)
Air Draft: difficult to say – mast up or stepped, loaded or light!
Primary Propulsion: Engine
Engine: Inboard Diesel
Engine year: 1939
Engine builder: Kelvin
Current use: Home, pleasure, and restoration … I am always being restored!
Present location: South Dock Marina (Greenland)
MV Gainsborough Trader 