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THE ELLIOTT GILL was built as a Liverpool Class lifeboat in 1953 by Groves & Gutteridge of Cowes, Isle of Wight. She is of double diagonal mahogany construction. Previously powered by twin engines, at the time of registration the vessel had no engines as she is waiting for restoration.
She operated as the Runswick Lifeboat from 1954 to 1970 and was then transferred to the Reserve Fleet. During her past, she was named GILL and WENDY & BARBARA.
The ELLIOTT GILL was withdrawn from service in 1970 after 39 launches and saving 24 lives.
In May 2022 afloat again after ten years, after acomplete restoration to its original condition but with two reconditioned 40hp Lister diesels. A beautiful restoration by Craig Glassonbury.
THE ELLIOTT GILL is the penultimate Liverpool Class Lifeboat built.
Built by Groves & Gutteridge of Cowes, Isle of Wight
Served as Runswick lifeboat
Served as relief lifeboat
Commenced restoration to original condition
If you are the owner of this vessel and would like to provide more details or updated information, please contact info@nationalhistoricships.org.uk
National Historic Ships UK acknowledges the financial support of its sponsors