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147-year-old NI lugger facing destruction
Built in 1877 by William Paynter of Kilkeel, the Mary Joseph is set for her final journey after a Declaration of Intent to deconstruct the vessel by current owner National Museums NI (NMNI) was approved by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. Described by NMNI as representing ‘a way of life of the region and the importance of the fishing industry to the people that lived there’, the Mary Joseph was the first in the Kilkeel fleet to be equipped for 
prawn fishing in 1954, and is one of the last original vessels from the east coast of Northern Ireland. Anyone wishing to make an offer for the vessel, explore taking a section or fittings for reuse or display, propose a new use or location, or provide further evidence, should contact: [email protected] as soon as possible, and no later than 9 December. more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 09:17
