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06/06/2009
One Paddle Steamer to Help Another on BBC

PS Ryde, aka, Ryde Queen is to help start the ball rolling for the boiler fund of a slightly smaller vessel...the Paddle Steamer Monarch.......

11/05/09
Stricken Paddle Steamer Assisted by Serco Denholme

PS Monarch, the Isle of Wight paddle steamer has suffered a major setback this weekend, requiring assistance from the naval tugging company Serco Denholm. ..........

05/01/09
Mainland Company Helps Out Island Paddle Steamer

The Paddle Steamer ‘Monarch', is entering the final stage of a two year restoration which will see her fully reborn for service in Newport Harbour this spring. The.......

04/01/09
Paddle Steamer Looking for Friends

The Isle of Wight's very own paddle steamer, the ‘ Monarch', is currently nearing the end of a massive two year restoration and improvement....

04/01/09
Paddle Steamer Looking for Volunteer Crew

If you have a passion for being the centre of attention, being involved with large steam engines and getting filthy for a good cause then this might be the job for you!...

 

 

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