Arctic Corsair's Final Journey to Hull North End Shipyard Planned for August 13–17
Hull’s last remaining sidewinder trawler, Arctic Corsair, is slated to move to its final home at North End Shipyard in mid-August within an operational window of August 13–17, with an exact date to be confirmed on August 11 after assessing tides, weather, river conditions, and safety. The move is highly complex, requiring coordination of multiple bridges and precise navigation along the Humber Estuary and River Hull during a narrow high-tide window, and follows extensive preparations including dredging around 3,500 cubic metres of silt and the trial installation of a new dock gate. The Arctic Corsair, built in 1960 and famed for its role in the Cod Wars, will become a central piece of Hull’s Maritime project as a visitor attraction at the refurbished North End Shipyard, alongside a new energy-efficient visitor centre and other historic restorations. City leaders, including Councillor Mike Ross, emphasise the move as a landmark for Hull’s maritime heritage and say the chosen window will prioritize safety in real-time conditions. Local authorities have noted that several bridges and the Hull Tidal Surge Barrier will be temporarily opened to facilitate passage, with bridge openings potentially causing short-term delays for road users. The relocation forms part of a broader £65 million redevelopment of Hull’s maritime history and museum precinct, aiming to reopen and boost tourism in the city.