Isle of Man built vessels 1800-99.

Manx built vessels 1800-99, over 30 tons

Chris Michael

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Steamships built Isle of Man, 1800-1899

Sometimes only the hulls were built on the Isle - then engines added elsewhere.

Wooden paddle steamer King Orry, built Winram, Douglas, IoM, 1842, 433grt, side lever engines by Napier, Glasgow. Built for the Liverpool - Douglas trade, Isle of Man Steam Packet Co. Ship-yard was funded by James Aiken, of Liverpool. ON21923. Sold 1858 to Napier, Glasgow, in part payment for Douglas. Then sold foreign (to Greece or Turkey?).. More history

Iron screw steamer General Havelock, built James Patterson, Ramsey, IoM, 1857, 164grt. 80hp, 1 screw. LR gives owned T Gibson. ON19981. Sold foreign 1860. More history.

Iron screw steamer General Sir James Outram (also James as Jas. or J.), built James Patterson, Ramsey, IoM, 1858, 99 tons, ON18466. Not found in LR. Sold foreign (Buenos Ayres) 1860. Screw.

Wooden screw steamer Wren, built Ramsey, IoM, 1862, 18grt, 20 hp, 1 screw. ON29923. Owned T. G. Gibson, Ramsey. For sale 1868 at Birkenhead, described as a screw yacht. In MNL to 1877, owned Roach, Liverpool, 28 grt, 209 hp. More history

Iron screw steamer Bintang (launched as no.10), built Isle of Man SB Co (T C Gibson & partners), Ramsey, 1864.11, 232 tons. ON51423. Advertised sailing from Liverpool to Singapore, etc, March 1865, master Webber. Reported as sustaining some damage off S Africa, July 1865. Last newspaper report seems to be: put back and docked at Singapore, December 1866. In MNL to 1867. Probably sold foreign, sailed to Batavia. More history

Iron screw steamer Delaware, built Isle of Man Ship Building Co., Ramsey, 1865.8. 2587 nrt. 280 hp, by Jack, at Liverpool. Yard no.11. ON29958. Owned Dixon. Voyage Liverpool to Calcutta foundered near Bryher, 20 December 1871, 47 of 49 crew lost. More history

Iron screw steamer Coila (launched as no.19), built Isle of Man Ship Building Co., Ramsey, 1866.8, 533 tons, 80 hp by Fawcett & Preston, Liverpool. Owned Hunter, Ayr. ON55063. Sold foreign 1871. More history

Wooden screw steamer Lady Loch, built Thomas Watson, Peel, 1881, 46grt. Engine 15hp. ON63923. Intended to carry fish from Peel to Whitehaven, Holyhead, or Liverpool. Register closed 1925, when broken up at Castletown. Registered Peel, then by 1896, Douglas. Described in 1910 as a steam trawler. More history.

Wooden screw steamer Saint Mary, built T Gale, Port St Mary, IoM, 1882, 76grt for Port St Mary New SS Co. Engine 25 hp, 1 screw. ON78220. Foundered 30 November 1893, crew saved. More history

[from Manchester Evening News 01 December 1893]:
DISASTER TO A MANX STEAMER. Information was received in Douglas yesterday that screw steamer Saint Mary, of Castletown, Elliot master, while on a voyage from Douglas to Dublin, laden with barley in sacks, foundered in mid channel. Her crew were saved by the schooner Goldseeker, and were landed at Dublin. It is not stated in the telegram how the steamer foundered. The Saint Mary belongs to a limited company, and is owned in the Isle of Man.

Wooden SS Mermaid, built Thomas Watson, Peel 1888. ON97571. 81 grt, 45 nrt, 33 hp, screw. Built for passenger trade between Doglas and Port Soderick, then a trawler, then used for cargo. Owned Douglas and Port Soderick SS Co. Voyage Peel to Manchester Ship Canal, leaky, abandoned, sunk, off Great Orme, 16 October 1894. Crew saved.

Wooden screw steamer Sambo, built Henry Qualtrough, Bridge, Douglas, 1890, 38grt, 20nrt, 16hp. Registered Douglas 1/1890, owned Knox. ON95754. By 1925, used as a floating platform.

Composite screw steamer Manx Maid, built James Duggan, Ramsey, IoM, 1891, 57grt, 16 hp, 1 screw, by William Knox. Engine fitted at Douglas. ON87581. Registered Ramsey. In 1893 lengthened to 93grt. Wrecked at Port Soderick, 19 March 1904. More history.

[from Isle of Man Courier 25 March 1904]:
The Manx Maid on the Rocks. The foggy weather which prevailed last week is responsible for many shipping casualties - some of them of a serious character, among them being one of our local craft - the small coasting steamer Manx Maid, of Ramsey, owned by Captain George Burrows. From what I can learn it appears that the Manx Maid was on a trip from Point of Ayr (Flint) to Laxey, laden with coal. As she approached the Island a dense fog came on, and according to my information, some time during Saturday night, the crew took a cast of the lead. Finding that they were in ten fathoms, Captain Burrows thought it time to put the vessel's head to sea to heave her to. Accordingly, just as they were in the act of winding her round, the vessel struck and remained fast. There was a heavy sea running, and it was with considerable difficulty that the crew of six, all told. managed to launch the small boat ..... ashore close to Port Soderick ..... The Manx Maid was built by Mr James Duggan, at Ramsey, some years ago. ....

Sailing vessels built Isle of Man, 1800-1899

Very many fishing vessels were built on the Isle of Man - often called nickeys, though named as smack, lugger, or dandy in the register. By 1870 the Isle of Man had a fleet of 300 fishing boats. Here I try to concentrate on merchant vessels.
There was concern in England, that Manx shipbuilders had an advantage - they did not have to pay import duty on foreign timber.
Transcripts of shipping registers.
Some background history.
Summary of shipbuilding 1829-31.
Summary of shipbuilding 1890-2.
Jump to Steamships
Index of shipbuilders

Sailing vessels built in Isle of Man, in date order (specifying rig, mainly vessels over 30 tons, to reduce the number of fishing vessels included; early vessels from IoM Shipping Register (SR), so possibly missing some of those sold new elsewhere):

1802: James Sm; Mary & Ely Sm; Dasher Sm;
1803: Jane & Mary Sm; Sisters Sm; Queen Charlotte Sm: Betsey Sm; Charles Sm;
1804: John Bull Sm; Bella Sm; Amelia Sm;
1809: Peggy Sm;
1811: Margaret Sm;
1813: Jonah Sm;
1814: Rachel & Jane Sm;
1815: Ally & Nancy Sm; Carolina Sm;
1817: Marquis Sm; Mona Castle Sm; Prince Leopold Sm;
1818: St Patrick Sm;
1819: Eleanor Sm;
1820: William Scott Sm;
1823: Lord Glenlyon Sm; Amelia Sm; Lady Gordon Sm;
1824: London Sm; Ebenezer Sm; Peel Castle Sm; Lady Sarah Sm;
1825: Jessie Sm; James Holmes Sm; Tryall Sm; John Sm; Sovereign Sm;
1826: Columbine Sn; Fame Sm; Swift Sm; Anna Sm; Lovely Lass Sm;
1827: Pantaloon Bg; Caledonia Sm; Lightfoot Sm;
1828: Eleanor Sm; Emily Cu; Brilliant Sm;
1829: Beatrice Bk; Douglas Bg; Emulous Sm; Margarets Sm;

1830: Zoe Bk; Defiance Sm; Supply Sm; Jane Sm; Lady of the Lake Sm;
1831: Matilda Bk; Julia Bk; Hindley Bk; Cacique Bk; Rosalind Sr; Harmony Sr; Reform Sm; Queen Adelaide Sm; Rushen Castle Sm; Amelia Sm;
1832: Tynwald Bk; Peru Bk; Ramsey Sr; James Crawford Sm;
1833: Parkfield S; Mona S; Cestrian S; Sarah Sr; Asenath Sm; Isabella Sm; Phoenix Sm; John Quayle Sm;
1834: Magistrate S; Mary Ridgway Bk; Foxdale Sr; Ellen Sr; Columbine Sm; Henry Holmes Sm; John & Margaret Sm; Sarah Anne Sm;
1835: Orleana S; Diamond S; Velocity Bg; Louisa Bg; Christiana Sr; James Holmes Sm; William Sm; Edward Sm; Jane Sm; Thomas Sm; Mona's Isle F;
1836: Duncan S; Georgetown Bk; Ellen Bg; Eagle Sr;
1837: Dumfries S; Superior Bk; Palmyra Bk; Victoria Bg; Aurora Sr; Honora? Sr; Susan Sr; Hart Sr; Elizabeth Sr; Unicorn Sr; Isabella Sr;
1838: Marion Bk; Catherine Bg; Fenella Sr; Seapoint Sr; Guiana Sr; Falcon Sr; Jane Sr; Catherine Sr; Fenella Sr; Mona's Queen Sr; Mary Sm; Eliza & Catherine Sm; Manksman Sm; Glenfaba Sm;
1839: Lascar S; Argestes Bg; Maid of Mona Sn; Lima Bg; Georgiana Bg; Unknown Sr; Robert Seymour Sr; Gipsey Sr; Gazelle Sr; Selina Sr; Elk Sr; Catherine Sr; Venus Sm; Greyhound Sm; Rambler Sm; St German Sm;

1840: Nith S; Princess Royal Bk; Fenella Bk; Taglioni Bk; Australian Bg;Village Girl Bg; Manico Bg; Deemster Bg; Minerva Sr; Claughbane Sr; Magnet Sr; Sarah Sr; John & William Sm; Edward & James Ga; Prince Albert Sm; Castletown Sm; Rover Sm; Peveril Sm;
1841: Nabob S; Cadet Bk; Mary Ann Bg; Maid of Mona Sr; Black Dog Sr; Zebra Sr; Laxey Mines Sr; Ruby Sr; Ospray Sm; Duchess of Kent Sm; Julian Sm; Ranger Sm;
1842: PS King Orry PS; Speed Bk; Annie Bg; Majestic Bg; Unknown Bg; Huma Sr; Louisa Jane Sr; Rose Sr; Herald Sm;
1843: Crishna Bk; Maggie Bg; Cruiser Sm; Mauthe Dhoo Sm; Princess Mary Sm;
1844: Douglas Sr; Romp Sr; King Olave Sm; Emily Maria Sm;
1845: Flibberty Bg; Native Sm; North Star Sm; Vulcan Sm; Brilliant Sm; Argo Sm; Jehu Sm;
1846: Confucius S; Neptune Sm; Gem Sr; Dolphin Sm; Olive Branch Sm; Village Maid Sm; George Sm; William & Margaret Sm; Manchester Sm; Ellan Vannin Sm; Liverpool Sm; Friends Sm;
1847: Punch Bg; Sapphire Sm/Sr; Champion Sm; Jane Elizabeth Sm; Humility Sm; Richard Cobden Sm; Mary Wilkinson Sm; Surberian Sm; Petrel Sm; Ranger Sm; Comet Sm;
1848: Mencius S; Unknown Sr; Sardine Sr; Cyclops Sr; King Olave Sr; Neb Sm; Peveril Sm; Herald Sm; Lord Bangor Sm; New John Taubman Sm;
1849: Natal Bg; Mary Jessie Bg; Toby Sr; Palendar Sr; Tryphena Sr; Union Sm; Thistle Sm;

1850: Ken Bk; Eclipse Sr; Planet Sm; Teaser Sm;
1851: Vixen Sr; Ellen Sm;
1852:
1853: Star Sm; Freedom Sm; Uncle Tom Sm; Daisy Sm;
1854: Queen Sr; New Mary Anne(Hebe) Sm; Flower Sm;
1855: Maggie Sr; Brilliant Sr; Ark Sr; Ballarat Sm;
1856: Gipsey Sr; Mermaid Sm;
1857: Emma Bg; Star Sr; Diamond Sr; Gem Sr; Kate Sr; Laurel Sm;
1858: Gem Sm;
1859: Pearl Sm; Ariel Sm;

1860: Manx Minx Sr; Paroquet Sm; Banshee Sm; Mary Jane Sm; Fox Sm;
1861: Jilt Sr; Rover Sm; Pride Sm; Maggie Sm; Bee Hive Sm; Express Sm; Mary Sm; Pioneer Sm; Vivency Sm;
1862: Mary Jane Sr; Iolanthe Yt; Foam Sr; Harkaway Sm/Sr; Guide Sr; Jane Oil tanker (Sr); Crest Sm; Wasp Sm; Bessie Sm; Bethel Sr;
1863: Ramsey S(iron); Euterpe S(iron); Aid Sm; Thomas Sm; Foam Sm;
1864: Erato S(iron); Ocean Gem Sr; Reaper Sr;
1865: Eurydice S(iron); Emu Sr; Governor Loch Sr; Kate Sr; Meteor Sr; Ada Wy/Sr; Midsummer Dy;
1866: Violet Sr; Mona's Pride Sr; Storm King Sm;
1867: Kangaroo Sr; Lydia Sr; Ben My Chree Sr;
1868: Reaper Sr;
1869: Dart Sr; Peveril Sr; Patrick Cu/Ke;

1870: Western Maid Sr; Yarra Yarra Sr; William Berey Sr;
1871: Betsy Sm;
1872: Kate Sr; Lilly Garton Sr;
1873: X.L. Sr; Gold Seeker Sr;
1874: Lilly Miles Sr; Kate Sr;
1875: Wave Sr; Phoenician Sr; Maggie Maddrell Yl;
1876: Annie Cowley Sr; Margaret Garton Sr; Lyra Sr; Plimsoll Sm; Hearts of Oak Sm(FV);
1877: Spray Sr; Orion Sm; Bee Hive Lu(FV);
1878: Progress Sr;
1879: Progress Sr;

1880: North Barrule Sr; Cruiser Sm;
1882: Nerbudda Ke(FV);
1886: Bonnie Jane Dy;
1888: Daisy Ke(FV);
1891: Phoebe Sr;
1893: Griqualand West (Nellie Fleming) Sr; Pansy Sm(FV?);

Built Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Built Douglas. There were three areas with shipyards: the Bath shipyard, near where Walpole Avenue is now - with vessels launched into the sea; the Tongue, the area where the yacht club is now, between the inner harbour and the river; and the Lake, near the old bridge over the river Glass, near where Lake Road, Tesco, is now, where some vessels were launched broadside.

John Winram
William Quiggin
John Moore
H Williamson
William Qualtrough
Cowie & Archibald
John Vick
Unknown or other builder

Some early Manx-built vessels:
From LR1790: Cutter General, master Cottiman, 70 tons, built Isle of Man 1777, owned J Tubman. In LR1796, trading to Africa. Not in LR1850.
From LR1790: Sloop Caesar, master C Kerr, 62 tons, built Isle of Man, 1783, owned J J Bacon. The brig Caesar was built at Douglas in 1783 by Matthias Kelly, more history. She traded to the Mediterranean with cured herrings. The last recorded trade was herrings sold at Naples 1792. Not in LR1796.
From LR1800: Smack Anne Elizabeth, master D Fell, 32 tons, built Isle of Man 1799, owned Stephenson.

John Winram. Yard near Bath House, funded by Liverpool ship-owner J Aikin/Aiken/Aiktin. Several vessels built seem to have been employed, based in S Africa, etc, so not registered in Britain.
James Aiken took out a lease to increase the land in 1831. John Winram was in partnership with Petty and Postlethwaite at Ulverston until 1829 when he left. John Winram & Co advertised a ropery at Douglas from 1840. The Bath yard business of Aikin closed after 1850.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, July 13, 1878]:
THE LATE MR JAMES AIKIN. - The Liverpool papers this week announce the death of a gentleman, at one time well known in this Island, where he carried on an extensive ship building works under the management of the late Mr John Winram. The Courier says: Mr James Aikin, associated throughout a long life with the commerce, politics, and local government of Liverpool, has just died at Swanage, at the age of 86 years. About the year 1806, young Aikin came to Liverpool, and entered the office of Mr John Richardson, merchant, where he learned the mercantile business. Five years afterwards he went to Demerara with a cargo of goods, which he disposed of advantageously, and he afterwards made two more voyages which proved equally prosperous. On his permanent return, he commenced business as a merchant and shipowner, despatching his vessels to Spain and other ports of the Mediterranean. During this period the duty on timber was very high, and there being none, or at all events only a very small duty, on imports to the Isle of Man, he decided upon building his ships there. He accordingly purchased land at Douglas and built a number of small clipper craft, which were celebrated in their day for bringing early fruits and wine to this country. Mr Aikin was also connected in business with the Cape of Good Hope and Mauritius. ....

Beatrice Bk 1829
Zoe Bk 1830
Matilda Bk 1831
Rosalind Sr 1831
Julia Bk 1831
Hindley Bk 1831
Cacique Bk 1831
Tynwald Bk 1832
Peru Bk 1832
Parkfield S 1833
Mona S 1833
Foxdale Sr 1834
Mary Ridgway Bk 1834
Orleana S 1835
Louisa Bg 1835
Duncan S 1836
Dumfries S 1837
Aurora Sr 1837
Susan Sr 1837
Hart Sr 1837
Elizabeth Sr 1837
Fenella Sr 1838
Marion Bk 1838
Guiana Sr 1838
Unknown Sr 1839
Lascar S 1839
Nith S 1840
Maid of Mona Sr 1841
Black Dog Sr 1841 (Mauthe Dhoo)
Nabob S 1841
PS King Orry 1842
Unknown Bg 1842
Huma Sr 1842
Annie Bg 1842
Crishna Bk 1843
Maggie Bg 1843
Douglas Sr 1844
Romp Sr 1844
Flibberty Bg 1845
Confucius S 1846
Punch Bg 1847
Petrel Sm 1847
Unknown Sr 1848
Mencius S 1848
Natal Bg 1849
Toby Sr 1849
Ken Bk 1850

Wooden barque Beatrice, built Winram (in Bath yard), Douglas, 1829. 278 tons, owned Aiken. Registered Douglas 4/1929. To Liverpool 1829. For sale 1835-6 at London. Advertised to CGH 1844, master Hesse. For sale February 1850 at Liverpool, 280 tons O.M. After some court proceedings, for sale at Waterford December 1856. ON7429. For sale at London April-December 1858. By 1860, registered Sunderland. In MNL to 1862. Probably broken up.

[from Manx Sun, Tuesday, April 07, 1829]:
Yesterday morning, between eleven and twelve o'clock, a beautiful new barque, called the Beatrice, of 510 tons burthen, was launched from the building yard, near the baths. She went off her berth in fine style, and floated majestically into her own grand element, where we hope that she will prosper and enrich her spirited proprietor. We understand that another vessel is to be laid down immediately.

Wooden barque Zoe, built Winram (in Bath yard), Douglas, 1830. 305 tons, owned Aiken. Traded to CGH, Mauritius,.. Registered Liverpool 147/1834, 306 tons, then 122/1846, 344 tons. Lengthened 1834. Then Exeter 2/1854, 343 tons. Voyage Cardiff to Smyrna, storm damage and abandoned, 30 January 1855, 1 crew member lost.

[from Manx Sun, Tuesday, May 25, 1830]:
A fine barque, of 250 tons, called the Zoe, was launched yesterday from the building-yard adjoining the baths, the property of Mr. James Aiken, of Liverpool, and was towed into the harbour by the Prince Llewellyn, steamer.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, August 22, 1834]:
On Wednesday the barque Zoe, after having been lengthened and almost entirely renewed, was re-launched, from the top of the harbour and she moved into the watery element with ease and grandeur.

[from Montrose Review Friday, 2 March 1855]:
Dartmouth, February 26. The barque Zoe, Purle, of Exeter, from Cardiff for Smyrna, encountered a terrific gale, January 30, in lat. 44.24 N, long. 9.30 W.; and on furling the foretopsail two seaman fell from the yard, one of whom was drowned, and the other fell on deck with broken limbs; and while lying-to, a dreadful gale struck the vessel on the larboard quarter, carrying away the head of the rudder, bulwarks, and rails, filling the cabin with water, and straining her throughout, which caused her to make twenty-three inches of water per hour. She continued to experience a succession of gales; and, on the 18th of February, the crew were taken off the wreck by the troop-ship Sutlej of Dundee, there being no hopes of saving her, and having nine feet of water in the hold.

Wooden barque Matilda, built Winram (in Bath yard), Douglas, 1831.1, 214 tons, owned Tayleur, Liverpool. In 1835 a barque Matilda, 215 tons, British built, is advertised sailing from Liverpool to Mauritius, Captain Ward. Advertised sailing to Lima, master A Scott, 214 tons, dispatched Aikin, May 1839; then 1841 to Sydney. Then in Australia with master Roberts, sailed from Sydney 17 November 1841 to Kapiti. Jan 1842 reported at Sydney from Port Natal. Not traced later - several vessels of this name and only in LR to 1838 with stale information.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, January 04, 1831]:
A fine new vessel called the Matilda, of 240 tons burthen, was launched from the Bath building yard on Saturday last; and yesterday another new vessel called the Rosalind, of 124 tons, was launched from the same yard. Both launches were excellent, and the vessels were towed into the harbour by the Mona's Isle, steam packet.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Wednesday 1 June 1842]:
SYDNEY. Arrived Jan. 27. Matilda, Roberts, from Port Natal.

Wooden schooner Rosalind, built Winram (in Bath yard), Douglas, 1831.1, 125 tons, owned Tayleur, Liverpool. For sale November 1834, 126 tons. By 1839 owned Creed, Exeter. Arrived Gloucester from Taganrog February 1841, master Densem, later departing for London. Voyage Shields to Teignmouth, lost off Shipwash, 28 June 1841, crew saved.

[from Morning Post Friday, 2 July 1841]:
Dover. June 30. The Rosalind from Shields to Teignmouth, was lost off the Shipwash, on the 28th, crew saved..

Wooden barque Julia, built Winram (in Bath yard), Douglas, 1831.7, 190 tons, owned Tayleur, Liverpool. Voyage to Liverpool, wrecked by hurricane at Laguna, 14 October 1834.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, July 12, 1831]:
On Saturday last, a fine barque, called the Julia, was launched from the building-yard near the baths. She went off in fine style, and was welcomed on the briny element, by a large concourse of spectators. Yesterday was appointed for the launching of another vessel of the same description, called the Hindley; but, in consequence of some obstruction on the ways, the launch failed. She is expected to go off this day, should the weather prove favourable. They are of 250 tons burthen each. It is worthy of remark, that upwards 80 individuals are in constant employment in and about this ship-building yard.

[from Morning Post Friday, 16 January 1835]:
The Hope, Hardy and Julia, Arthur, bound to Liverpool, were both wrecked at Laguna during a hurricane on the 14th October, cargoes saved. [while loading; also named Laguayra]

Wooden barque Hindley, built Winram (in Bath yard of Aikin), Douglas, 1831.7, 190 tons, owned Tayleur, Liverpool. Registered Liverpool 83/1831, 191 tons. Voyaged extensively. Broken up 1849.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Friday, 31 August 1849]:
Douglas.I.M. Aug 28. The barque Hindley, of Liverpool, burthen per register, 190 tons, was on Thursday sold by public auction for the small sum of £250. Mr Winram being the highest bidder. What a falling off, we are grieved to say, in the shipping interest.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, September 15, 1849]:
The barque Hindley, which was recently sold by auction, is now being pulled down, for the purpose of remodelling and built into a tidy sea-going vessel, by Mr. John Winram, of the Bath building yard. We understand that her frame is in a good stale of preservation.

Wooden barque Cacique, built Winram, Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1831, 171 tons, owned Tayleur, Liverpool. Voyage Douglas to Liverpool, master Dagua, 3 November 1831. For sale at London September 1834. Registered London 373/1834, 171 tons, then 1838, 150 tons. Voyages reported from/to Hobart until 1852, captain Milne. ON40898, registered Melbourne 1854, 141 tons. Broken up 1896.

Wooden barque Tynwald, built Winram (in Bath shipyard of Aikin), Douglas, 1832, 203 tons. For sale at Liverpool October 1848. Voyage Liverpool to Cape of Good Hope, caught fire and abandoned, off S Ireland, 24 March 1849.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, March 06, 1832]:
Yesterday a new barque, of 202 tons burthen, was launched from the Bath building Yard. She is a fine vessel, and the first the company has dedicated to the Island, being called the Tynwald Hill[sic]

[from Cork Constitution Thursday 19 April 1849]:
LOSS OF THE BARQUE TYNWALD, OF LIVERPOOL BY FIRE. By the arrival of the Montrose at Southampton we are put in possession of the facts relative to the total destruction of the barque Tynwald, 203 tons, Capt. Mills, of Liverpool, in lat. 50 7 N,, long. 8 31 W., bound to the Cape of Good Hope, with a general cargo. It appears that the ill-fated barque sailed from Liverpool on the 16th of March, and that on the 24th the fire was discovered, and from the rapidity with which the flames spread, and the hold it had on the barque, attempts to subdue it were rendered impossible, and the captain and crew were compelled at once to abandon her to her fate and proceed to the barque O'Ferrall, bound to Malta, which ship they reached in safety, at the time steering towards the burning ship, having observed the flames, and being anxious to render assistance. Having taken the captain and crew on board, they proceeded on their course, it being found impossible to near the Tynwald, as at this time she was in a complete blaze and there was not the least hope of saving anything out of her. It is the captain's opinion that the fire had been generating for a long time, and must have been originated in Liverpool; otherwise it could not have broken out so suddenly, not more than 15 to 20 minutes elapsed from the time the smoke was first observed until the vessel was in a complete mass of flames. Nothing was saved except the chronometer, which the second mate (Mr. Russell), at great risk of suffocation, ran below and secured.

Wooden barque Peru, built Winram (in Bath yard of Aikin), Douglas, 1832. 205 tons. Owned Aiken. Registered Liverpool 78/1832. In LR to 1846, master Bateson. Last voyage found with master Bateson: arriving Liverpool from Madras, March 1845. The British-built barque Peru was advertised sailing to Algiers and Marseilles, August 1845, master Troughton, consigned Aikin. Voyage Marseilles to Plymouth, wrecked at St Valery-sur-Somme, February 1846, one man lost. Note: another barque Peru, of similar tonnage, built N America 1841, was also active at these dates.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, June 05, 1832]:
On Tuesday last, a handsome bark, called the Peru, of the burthen of 204 register tons, was launched from the Bath building-yard in this town, intended for the South America trade.

[from Hull Packet Friday 13 February 1846]:
The Peru, Troughton, from Marseilles to Plymouth and London, is wrecked near St. Valery-sur-Somme; ship and cargo totally lost; crew, except one man, saved.

Wooden ship Parkfield, built Winram (in Aikin's Bath shipyard), Douglas, 1833, 496 tons. Registered London 149/1839, Bridgwater 7/1846, London 24/1854. ON14714. Took convicts to Australia 1839, 1840. Later barque rigged. In MNL to 1863. Arrived Deal from St John (NB) 28 July 1859, master Ritchie. Voyage London to St Johns (NB) lost entering Bay of Fundy, 10 May 1863.

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser 18 January 1833]:
A beautiful new ship of 500 tons burthen, was launched on Tuesday morning week, from the Bath Building Yard, at Douglas, Isle of Man. She saluted the briny element in the finest style, and was afterwards towed into the harbour by the Mona's Isle, steamer, in the presence of many hundreds of spectators. The ship is named the Parkfield, and her first voyage will be to New Orleans. She is the largest vessel ever built on the island.

[from Lloyd's List Monday 25 January 1858]:
CARTHAGENA, 15th Jan. There is a report here of the last barque (PARKFIELD). which sailed from here having been lost, and four of the crew drowned. [Mem. The Parkfield, Ritchie, sailed from Carthagena 12th Jan. for London.] [later reported arrived]

[from Liverpool Albion Monday 15 June 1863]:
The PARKFIELD, Williams, from London and Deal (April 2) for St. Johns, N.B., with a cargo valued at £8,000, has been lost in the entrance to the Bay of Fundy. [near Grand Manan, crew saved]

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Wednesday 24 June 1863]:
ST. JOHN - N.B. - June 9. Between 200 and 300 packages, principally wine, spirits, and oil, which floated from the wreck of the Parkfield barque, prior to the sale of the hull and cargo, have been brought in here and sold, for the benefit of the concerned, subject to the payment of salvage to the salvors.

Wooden ship Mona, built Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1833. 396 tons, later barque rigged, then schooner rigged Registered Liverpool 167/1838, 395 tons, ON3879. Owned Aikin, Liverpool. By 1859 registered Port Louis, Mauritius. In MNL to 1863. Last voyage found Shanghai, departing 1 Nov. 1862, to Taku (Taijin). Reported wrecked on coast of Japan before 3 September 1863. This was at a time when Japanese were firing at foreign vessels, though there is no evidence that was the cause of the wreck.

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, October 18, 1833]:
On Saturday last, a handsome new vessel was launched from the Bath building yard. She parted from her old situation and welcomed her new one amidst the cheers of the crowd who had assembled to witness the scene. She is named the Mona, and is registered for upwards of 300 tons. She is now lying in port, where numerous individuals are engaged in rigging and ballasting her. She is a vessel that must give credit to the little Island from which she derives her name. This ship-building yard has been the means of giving employment to numerous individuals, who must otherwise have been at a loss for employment.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Thursday, 29 October 1863]:
Shanghae Sept 3. The Mona, 3-masted schooner, is reported to have been seen bottom up. [on the coast of Japan, master Miffet]

Wooden schooner Foxdale, built Winram, (in Aikin's Bath shipyard), Douglas 1834. Foxdale was the name of a Manx Lead Mine. Registered Douglas 2/1834 (60 tons), 24/1836, 16/1847, 50 tons. Reported sunk in Liverpool Docks in 1839 hurricane - but refloated. SR reports loss. Voyage Liverpool to Isle of Man, departing 31 December 1850, missing.

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, February 28, 1834]:
A very fine new schooner, built in the Bath building-yard for a company of tradesmen in this town, and intended for the service of the Foxdale Mining Company, will be launched on Saturday. She is about 70 tons burthen, and will be commanded by Mr. J. Milburn.

[from Liverpool Mail Saturday, 31 October 1846]:
Portmadoc October 22. The schooner Foxdale from Liverpool for Swansea is on shore at Morfa Bychan. [of Douglas, ashore 3 miles east of Portmadoc; Oct 25 reported: expected to be got off; Oct 31: got off]

[from Glasgow Courier Saturday 18 January 1851]:
Isle of Man: Fears are entertained for the safety of the schooner Foxdale of this port. She left Liverpool on Tuesday, the 31st of December, for this island, in company with several other vessels, and has not since been heard of. Tuesday night, it will be remembered, was extremely stormy, and it is now feared that she is lost, as the other vessels which sailed at the same time have all arrived.

Wooden barque Mary Ridgway (launched as Palmer), built Winram (in Aikin's Bath shipyard) at Douglas, 1834. 217 tons. Advertised for sale, January 1846, as built Isle of Man, December 1834. Registered London 282/1837, 217 tons, then 53/1846. Registered Montrose 15/1849. Voyage Cadiz to Buenos, Ayres, aground 15 February 1850, 9 miles from Buenos Ayres, crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, November 07, 1834]:
A fine barque of about 200 tons burthen, named the Palmer, was launched from the Bath building yard, on Saturday last, and towed into this harbour.

[from Montrose Review Friday 3 May 1850]:
We regret to learn that the barque Mary Ridgway, Mackenzie, of this port, from Cadiz to Buenos Ayres, was totally lost, on the night of the 15th February, when within nine miles of her destination. In meeting an unlooked-for current, the barque was carried aground about ten p.m. - then suddenly bilged and sunk. The crew were all saved, as were also the stores and provisions, but the cargo was totally lost. The vessel, we understand, was insured in the local Clubs.

Wooden ship Orleana, built Winram (at Aikin's Bath shipyard), Douglas 1835, 649 tons. Traded to Australia. Registered Liverpool 162/1835, then Belfast 2/1849. Voyage Callao to Cobh, with guano, leaky and abandoned, 19 July 1855, crew saved.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, April 17, 1835]:
Tuesday last being the day appointed for launching that fine vessel the Orleana, built at the Bath yard in this town .... This is the largest vessel ever built upon this Island, her register being 650 Tons.

[from Northern Whig Tuesday 25 September 1855]:
The Orleana, Evans, of Belfast, from Callao for England, with a cargo of guano, foundered on the 19th July, as detailed:
Left Callao for Queenstown, the 13th of June, and experienced gales and heavy seas which caused the vessel to labour and strain greatly, and to ship great quantities of water. 7th July, 6 pm - the ship being in about lat. 30.00 S, blowing a heavy gale, with squalls, split the foresail and foretopmast staysail. 9:30 pm., A heavy sea struck the ship, filling the decks, cabin, and topgallant forecastle, found the ship was making a great quantity of water; set on both pumps and kept working at them until 11.30, when the larboard pumps sucked. 7th, 4am., Finding the water from the pumps was thick with guano, and the ship was straining greatly, so that it was necessary to keep the pumps continually going, thereupon determined to bear up for Callao. 17th, The ship in Lat 25.38S. and about Long 78.03W, found the forepeak full of water - the people employed at the pumps and bailing water out of the forehatch. 19th - Finding ship was sinking fast, and that nothing more could be done to save her, took to the boats at 4:30pm., and about an hour after leaving, the ship went down by the head. The crew arrived at Chincha Island and subsequently proceeded on to Callao in the General Hewitt.

Wooden brig Louisa, built Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1835. Not traced. Possibly name changed.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, June 27, 1835]:
Yesterday a fine new brig, named the LOUISA, of 152 tons burden [sic], was launched from the Bath building yard, in this town.

Wooden ship Duncan, built Winram, Douglas (in Aikin's Bath shipyard), 1836, 533 tons. Later extended in 1846. Registered Liverpool 192/1836, 644 tons, then 466/1853. ON3815. By 1859 registered Singapore. December 1857, from Singapore to Rangoon, Captain Collins, saved crew of a Burmese boat. Voyages with Master Collins found to December 1858. In MNL to 1864. Some extra history.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, June 04, 1836]:
Last Wednesday a fine new Ship was launched from the Bath Building Yard. At a little after 11 o'clock, when the principal manager had. completed his arrangements, she was set at liberty, and glided down the ways" in a beautiful manner, in the presence of hundreds of spectators who witnessed her reception by the briny element, amidst loud and continued cheering. Shortly alter the vessel was towed in safety to the harbour, where she will be completed. Her name is the Duncan, and she will register about 600 tons.

Wooden ship Dumfries, built Winram, Douglas (in Aikin's Bath shipyard), 1837, 465 tons. Sailed to Australia 1839 and 1840 -in 1839, described as 2 years old, Advert 1842: ship 465 tons, master Thompson, to Batavia Registered Liverpool 244/1847, 468 tons. Sailed from China, with tea, wrecked on Penghu Islands, 11 April 1854, all crew and passengers saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, February 14, 1837]:
A fine new ship called the Dumfries, 468 tons register, was launched from the baths' building-yard on Wednesday last. ...

[from Glasgow Courier Thursday 15 June 1854]:
SHIP NEWS. The British ship Dumfries, of 468 tons, which left Shanghai on the 3d inst., for Liverpool, with a full cargo of tea (about 560,000 lbs.), was totally wrecked on the Pescadores, on the evening of the 11th; crew saved.

Wooden schooner Aurora, built Winram (in Bath shipyard of Aiken), Douglas, 1837. Not found in LR. Possibly renamed Isabella.

Wooden schooner Susan, built Winram (in Bath shipyard of Aiken), Douglas, 1837. Not found in LR.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, August 22, 1837]:
On Thursday last, two schooners were launched from the building yard of Mr. Aitken, near the Baths; one named the Aurora, the other the Susan, of 110 and 120 tons.

Wooden schooner Hart, built John Winram, Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1837. Lloyds survey and SR gives builder Winram. Owned Foxdale Mining Co. Registered Douglas, 11/1837, 64 tons, 10/1843, 10/1847, 64 tons, 7/1854, ON17015. To Ramsey 1884. Register closed 1895.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, December 05, 1837]:
Two very fine new schooners, named the Elizabeth and the Hart, were launched from the Bath building yard, last week. Both vessels slided into the briny element in a beautiful manner, without disappointment or accident. They are in a great state of forwardness in their rigging and fittings-out for the first voyage. The Elizabeth is placed under the charge of Mr. H. Blake, of this town, and the Hart under command of Mr. J. Maddocks, of Ulverston. The former schooner registers 73, and the latter 90 tons. [another report: Hart intended for Foxdale Mining Co]

Wooden schooner Elizabeth, built Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1837. See above. Sailed from Liverpool to Douglas, master Blake, 13 October 1839. Registered Douglas 10/1837, 55 tons, 5/1839, 10/1846, then Ramsey 7/1848, 55 tons, then Douglas 5/1856. ON3368, 57 tons. Stranded on the beach at Castletown, 24 December 1881 and broken up.

possibly not relevant: [from Glasgow Argus Thursday, 10 April 1845]:
The Elizabeth, Kneale, from Liverpool to Dundalk, put into Peel 30th inst, in a sinking state, with loss of sails, having sprung a leak to the westward of the Calf Lights.

Wooden schooner Fenella, built Winram (in Aikin's Bath yard), Douglas, 1838. About 60 tons. Registered Liverpool 139/1838, 66 tons, described in register as "sold abroad". Voyages found to Portugal and Mediterranean, consigned Aikin. 21 May 1849 sailed from Liverpool to CGH, 66 tons, consigned Aikin.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, August 10, 1838]:
The Fenella, lately launched from the Bath building-yard, and wherry rigged, made an experimental trip on Saturday, which was most satisfactory to her owner, Mr. Aiken, who was on board, as she ran nearly eleven knots an hour. The model of the Fenella is similar to the American pilot-boat which entered the Mersey about two years ago in chase of one of the New York liners, and is one of the prettiest vessels ever built in this country. She left here on Tuesday for Liverpool. [100 tons burthen, intended for the fruit trade; 60 tons nm]

Wooden barque Marion, built Winram (Aikin's Bath yard), Douglas, 1838. 148 tons nm. By 1841, owned Watson Bros, Liverpool, trading to Tampico. Wrecked on Tampico bar, 6 November 1843, crew saved.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, July 10, 1838]:
Barque launched from the same yard on Monday 148 tons, nm. [Aikin's Bath yard; not yet named]

[from Glasgow Courier Saturday, 10 February 1844]:
Philadelphia. Jan. 18. The British barque Marion, wrecked at Tampico, Nov. 6, has become a total wreck. Cargo saved. [lost on bar, Captain Masters, crew saved]

Wooden schooner Guiana, built Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1838. Registered Douglas 11/1838, 46 tons. Advertised October 1838, sailing from Liverpool to Gibraltar, master Pile, 76 tons, managed Aikin. Guiana, Pile, arrived Barbados 24 February 1839 from Demerara, and departed for Berbice 3 March. Registered Demerara 1842. Then not traced

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, September 18, 1838]:
A beautiful little vessel of 70 tons register, was yesterday morning launched from the Bath ship-yard, in this town; she is called the Guiana, and is the property of Mr. G. Forbes. [also described as a schooner]

Wooden ship Lascar, built John Winram (in yard of John Aikin), Douglas, 1839. Registered Greenock 23/1839, 442 tons. Lost on Saugor Sands, Bengal, 11 September 1851, two crew missing out of 20.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, April 27, 1839]:
That remarkably fine ship, the Lascar, Capt. Brown, recently launched from the Bath building-yard, being completely equipped for sea, left our harbour on Thursday last for Glasgow, in the presence of a large concourse of spectators assembled on the Pier-head to witness her departure, who hailed her as she passed with deafening cheers, which were heartily responded to by those on board. Great credit is due to the builder, Mr. Winram, for the judgment and skill he has evinced in her completion, being allowed to be the best finished vessel of her class ever built in that yard...

[from Morning Advertiser Saturday 1 November 1851]:
LOSS OF THE SHIP LASCAR. We take the following account of the loss of the ship Lascar, near Saugor Sands from the Bengal Hurkaru of Sept. 20. We are sorry to announce that we learned this morning that the ship Lascar was lost on the night of the 11th inst., though the precise position in which she was wrecked is not yet known. The captain, his wife, and a lady passenger, with the chief and second mates, have reached town. Two seamen, who took to the long boat, went adrift and are missing. After the wreck the crew constructed a raft, on which all those mentioned above got, and after about fourteen hours were drifted ashore on the eastern side of Saugor Sand, they suppose. They proceeded about ten miles up a river, when they fell in with a wood boat. The people in her at first refused to take on board the shipwrecked people, but their giving up all they had, they prevailed on these wretches to take them on board and bring them up to town. All hands have suffered much, and the ladies are in a pitiable condition. The commander of the Lascar, as there was no pilot on board to give the information, was ignorant of the existence of the houses of refuge, or the shipwrecked people would have found succour at hand; but it is strange that the pilot or the commander of the Gleudaragh did not telegraph up to town the intelligence that a ship was in danger to the eastward, instead of waiting to get up to town to report the circumstance, for the delay might have been of vital importance. The great difficulty seems to be to get intelligence of such disasters quickly. It never reaches us until it is almost, if not quite, too late to afford relief.

Wooden ship Unknown, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1839, 84 tons nm.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, June 04, 1839]:
On Tuesday last, a remarkably fine schooner (not yet named), register tons, new m. 84, old do. 106, was launched from the Bath building-yard, in this town. The vessel being fully rigged, the novelty of the spectacle attracted numbers to the spot to witness her descent into her destined element.

Wooden ship Nith, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1840, 613 tons, registered Liverpool 66/1843, 644 tons. Not found in LR. Traded to Calcutta. For sale at Bombay December 1854. Voyages to Mauritius, etc, found to 1858. In MNL, (no ON) to at least 1875, registered Bombay.

[from Cumberland Pacquet and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser - Tuesday 12 May 1840]:
The large vessel to which we alluded a fortnight ago, as being nearly finished at the Bath building-yard, in the Isle of Man, was launched Friday week. She was named the NITH, registers 613 tons. This craft does not exactly come under the denomination of a Manx fishing vessel for the construction of which timber is allowed to be imported into the Island duty free, but not for the building of vessels to enter into competition with English merchantmen, on the timber of which they are constructed, the required duty has been paid.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, July 07, 1840]:
The splendid ship Nith, recently launched from the Bath building-yard, and capable of carrying nearly 1,000 tons, took her departure from our harbour on Thursday last, at noon.

Wooden schooner Maid of Mona, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1841, 94 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1841. Advertised, by James Aikin, sailing to Cape of Good Hope April 1841. Later registered Cape of Good Hope. Voyages with master Blake to 1844, from Cape of Good Hope, who died at Douglas in 1845. Not found in LR or MNL. Note LR has a larger vessel, a snow, of this name, built Isle of Man, 1839.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, January 29, 1841]:
On Tuesday last a handsome new schooner, called the Maid of Mona, of about 70 tons burden, was launched in good style from the building yard at the Baths, built for an insular company, and to be commanded by Capt. Blake. [94 tons n.m. in another report]

Wooden schooner Black Dog (launched as Mauthe Dhoo), built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1841, 173 tons. Not found in MNL or LR with the Manx name. A smack built at Peel in 1843 does have that name (ON17689). A vessel named Black Dog was registered 164/1841 at Liverpool, 142 tons. Black Dog traded to the Mediterranean, then to China by 1845. By 1857 registered Sydney, NSW, ON32327. Wrecked Australia April 1871.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, April 13, 1841]:
On Tuesday last, a beautiful modelled schooner, named the Mauthe Dhoo, built by Mr. John Winram, for James Aiken, Esq., of Liverpool, and it is reported, intended for the New Zealand trade, was launched from the Bath building yard. This very handsome vessel registers 177 tons o.m., and 242 n.m., is constructed of the choicest materials, her finish also being of the first-rate order, neither pains nor expense having been spared to render her complete in every department. On her prow is a well-executed figure of a large black dog, which, to Manxmen, sufficiently explains the name.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, August 31, 1841]:
The Schooner Moddey Doo (Black Dog), M'Gowan lately launched from the Bath building-yard, sailed from Liverpool for Gibraltar, on Sunday week. [Mauthe Dhoo; Black Dog in newspaper reports; Captain M'Gowan died at Malaga, 24 September 1841]

Wooden ship Nabob, built Winram, Douglas, 1841. Registered Liverpool 252/1841, 503 tons, then 231/1845. Advertised in September 1841 as a new British-built ship taking passengers to Australia, captain Wilson. Lloyds archives give built Isle of Man 1841. Also in LR1848 has built 1844[sic]. Voyage Calcutta to London, ran onto Rocks near Jersey, 12 April 1848, 10 crew saved, 11 lost.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, May 29, 1841]:
On Monday, a remarkably fine ship of 490 tons, was launched by Mr. Winram, from the Bath building-yard. The day being peculiarly fine, a large concourse of spectators were present, and the vessel, which was afterwards towed into the harbour by the Mona's Isle, went off gallantly.

[from Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser Thursday 28 December 1843]:
The Nabob, Wilson, from Calcutta to this port[Liverpool], ran on shore yesterday evening, in Caernarvon Bay, during a thick fog; crew safe.

[from Saint James's Chronicle Tuesday 25 April 1848]:
LOSS OF THE EAST INDIAMAN NABOB. (From the Guernsey Sun of Saturday.) During the night of Thursday to Friday, the English ship Nabob, Hugh M'Neilty master, on her homeward voyage from Calcutta to London, was totally lost on some rocks at the north-east end of the island, supposed to be either the Paternosters or the Derouille, and we regret to say eleven of her crew unfortunately perished. The following is the account we have received from one of the survivors:
The Nabob left Calcutta on or about the 1st of December last, with a general cargo, consisting of rum, sugar, rice, shellac, hides, &c. She arrived at St. Helena at the commencement of the month of February, and sailed from thence for her destination on the 17th of February last. Nothing particular occurred until Wednesday evening, the 12th instant, when they made land, and found they were off Ushant. They then shaped their course up Channel with a good breeze, the weather having been thick for the last three or four days, and preventing the officers from taking any observation. Nothing was seen during the day of Thursday, but on that evening at eight o'clock land was seen on the larboard quarter. This land was unfortunately taken for the Isle of Wight, and the course directed was ESE, and sail was taken in. Everything proceeded favourably until a few minutes after twelve o'clock, when the ship struck very heavily. The watch was called from below, and topgallant sails clued up, and the topsail halyards were let go; the ship, after striking three times on the top of the rock, moved off and proceeded in deep water. The crew, after recovering from their astonishment, at once sounded the pumps, and in less than ten minutes found there was more than two feet of water in the hold. The master, on seeing this, immediately ordered the boats to be got ready, and the pumps kept going. For more than two hours the illfated vessel kept on her course, the water increasing every minute, and it was between two or three o'clock, it being perceptible the vessel was settling fast by the head, that the master, with two of the apprentices, got into the gig, and directed the men to take to the pinnace, which had by this time been cleared and got over the side. Out of the 18 souls who remained on board when the master left, only seven or eight had stepped into the pinnace, when the vessel went down head foremost, the mainyard striking the bows of the pinnace and smashing it to pieces. The master and apprentices, who were astern, pulled up to the spot, and found three of the crew holding on with the pinnace, which had capsized. Having taken them in the boat, they proceeded in search of more of their comrades. The chief mate was next found, very much exhausted; the second mate was the next they met with, he having supported himself on a head-board. After some further search two more of the crew were found and taken into the boat, making a total of ten saved out of twenty-one individuals. During the whole of that time the utmost darkness prevailed, and it was not until they had been some time in the boat that a light was seen, supposed to be the light of Carteret. Daylight very soon broke in upon them, and the crew perceived land, and made for it with their utmost might, being in a very weak state, some of them being barely covered. About six o'clock on Friday morning they made Catherine's Bay, where they landed, and were very kindly received by the inhabitants, who, on seeing the distress of the unfortunate mariners, procured them clothes, shoes, and provisions, and treated them in the kindest possible manner.
The following are the names of the persons who composed the crew of the ill-fated vessel:
Saved: Hugh M'Neilty, master; Charles Neil Dyer, chief mate; Neil M'Donald, second mate; Thomas Davidson, Charles Johnson, John Watson, Francis Wilson, John Murray, John Barnet, and John Marclew - crew.
Drowned: Walter Steel, John Wollagan, Francis Pullen, George Rogers, William Johnstone, Peter Le Sueur (a Frenchman), James Bonette, James Davis, Arthur Braand - crew, and Daniel Martin and John Gardner, apprentices. ... The Nabob was not a new vessel; she measured 503 tons, and was the property of Messrs. Levisson and M'Gee, of Liverpool. ... Since writing the above, we are informed that on Sunday last, the boats which had been in search since Friday last, found the missing vessel, about 10 miles off the land between this and the Ecrebos [sic Ecrehous?], in about 15 fathoms water: ...

Wooden brig Unknown, built Bath shipyard, Douglas, 1842. Not traced.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, May 10, 1842]:
The fine new brig, now on the stocks in the Bath Ship-building Yard, is, we understand, to be launched to-morrow forenoon.

Wooden schooner Huma, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1842, 87 tons, registered Liverpool 166/1842; 516/1854. In Marwood 1854 Liverpol register (as two entries, both built Douglas, one 1842, one 1848) Stranded at East London, 30 September 1855.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, August 13, 1842]:
A beautiful new schooner, named the "Enna,"[sic] was on Tuesday last launched from the Bath ship yard. She is built upon the model, though larger than, the celebrated swift sailing vessel the "Fenella," and there is little doubt but that she prove to be a fine sailing craft. [Henna, 86 tons register]

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, October 15, 1842]:
The new schooner Huma, Smardon, recently launched from the Bath building-yard, from Malaga at Liverpool, on Tuesday last.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, May 22, 1847]:
The schooner Huma, (recently launched at this port) that arrived at Liverpool on Tuesday last from Malaga, was in contact on the 5th inst., off Scilly, with a ship, which carried away the bowsprit, upset the windlass, stove in the deck, and killed one man.

[from Liverpool Albion Monday, 24 December 1855]:
Cape of Good Hope. Oct. 13. The schooner Huma of Liverpool was stranded at East London, 30th September, during a heavy SW gale.

Wooden brig Annie, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1842, 177 tons, registered Liverpool 189/1842. Transferred to Cape Town 1848.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, September 06, 1842]:
Yesterday morning a fine new brig, coppered and copper fastened, built by Messrs. Winram was launched from the Bath building-yard. She went off in fine style, was named the Anne, and measures per register 177 tons [also Annie, Hannah]

Wooden barque Crishna, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1843, 271 tons, ON32604, registered Liverpool 103/1843, then by 1852, Sydney NSW, and later registered Hobart, Brisbane and then Melbourne. Register closed 1917 as broken up.

Wooden brig Maggie, built John Winram, Douglas, 1843, 186 tons. In LR1846 owned Birley of Hong Kong. Probably the vessel of that name registered Liverpool 10/1844. ON26479. Registered Hong Kong 1846. In MNL to 1872, owned Sayer, Whitby, 186 tons.

Wooden schooner Douglas, built John Winram, Douglas, 1844. Registered Melbourne 1855. 99 tons, brigantine. ON32698. Wrecked Stewart Island, 28 March 1878 [from Melbourne SR]. Care: another schooner named Douglas was registered Douglas 1/1844, built Chester 1811.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, June 04, 1844]:
A very handsome new schooner, named the Douglas, of 100 tons burthen, was launched from the Bath building-yard, on Friday morning. She went off in gallant style. Her model and finish reflect much credit on Mr. Winram, her builder.

Wooden schooner Romp, built John Winram, Douglas, 1844, 91 tons, registered Liverpool 184/1844. LR reports owner Hyland, Liverpool. Voyage Malaga to Liverpool, capsized 2 April 1847, 6 crew lost, master saved, abandoned. Wreck later recovered near Grand Canary. Later registered Port Louis, Mauritius, ON30412, 78 tons. Register closed 1911.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, August 17, 1844]:
On Wednesday last, a beautiful little craft, called the Romp, was launched from the Bath Building yard. She is 91 tons new measurement, and 126 old, and is to be schooner rigged. Her model is one of the most beautiful we have ever seen, and while her appearance does credit to Mr. Winram, she promises to be clipper. She is the properly of Mr. Aikin, of Liverpool, and is intended for the fruit trade.

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Friday 27 August 1847]:
Brixham. ... The Farmers, Ellson, from Teneriffe, arrived here, reports that the schooner Romp, Jenkins, from Malaga for Liverpool, abandoned, with a cargo of olive oil, had drifted on shore on the island of Grand Canary, and been secured by the Spanish Commandant of Marine, and the British Vice-Consul. Her masts having been cut away, she righted; she was afterwards pumped out and taken to the capital of the island. The vessel makes no water, and will, together with her cargo, be saved. One man was found dead in the forecastle. [capsized April 2, in lat 37 N long 10, crew, except master, drowned: named as John Petre, mate; W Reilly, cook; Thomas Godfrey; Robert Flaviel; Alex Tulk (seamen); Ambrose Roney (apprentice).]

Wooden brig Flibberty, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1845, 129 tons, registered Liverpool 116/1845. ON30340. Registered Cape Town 1849. Then Port Louis, Mauritus, 1872 to 1875.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, March 26, 1845]:
On Monday last, a fine schooner, named the Flipperly[sic], of 126 tons, new measurement, was launched from the Baths building yard; which, for model and workmanship, reflects the highest credit upon the superintendent, Mr. Winram, whose practical experience in naval architecture is well known to many of our readers.

Wooden ship Confucius, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1846, 456 tons, ON15024, registered Liverpool 5/1847. In MNL to 1860. Lost in a typhoon at Swatow, 29 August 1859.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, September 12, 1846]:
A fine barque was launched from the Bath building yard on Saturday last. This vessel is the property of Mr. Aikin, of Liverpool, and reflects the greatest credit upon Mr. Winram, under whose superintendance she has been built.

[from Glasgow Courier Thursday 3 November 1859]:
Hong Kong, Sept. The weather has been very bad in the north part of the China Seas, and as far down as the Parsells, several vessels have been lost and many dismasted. The city of Swatow was visited by a severe typhoon on the 29th August, and several vessels were totally wrecked. The ship Confucius of Liverpool got her stern post torn out by collision with another vessel, and sank.

Wooden brig Punch, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1847, 145 tons, registered Liverpool 175/1847, 145 tons, to Adelaide 1850, ON31709. Sold 1856 at Singapore. Care: confusion with Punch built Chester 1847, registered Douglas 1847, 59 tons, ON19801.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, May 22, 1847]:
A brig called the Punch, was launched from the Bath building yard, in this town, on Saturday last. She is the property of James Aikin, Esq., merchant, of Liverpool, and is intended for the fruit trade, between Liverpool and the Straits of Gibraltar.

Wooden smack Petrel (also Peterel), built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1847.11, 52 tons. Registered Douglas 17/1847, to Dublin 6/1849. Then Derbyhaven 3/1853. ON1598. In MNL to 1857.

Wooden schooner Unknown, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1848.6, 110/87 tons, for trade to Mediterranean.

[from Manx Sun, Wednesday, June 07, 1848]:
A handsome schooner, 110 tons old measurement, and 87 new, built by Mr. Winram, was launched from the Bath building-yard, on Thursday morning. She is intended for the fruit trade, and will no doubt prove a clipper.

Wooden ship Mencius, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1848, 510 tons, ON1951, registered Liverpool 266/1848, 510 tons, in MNL to 1864. Wrecked near Madras by storm, 22 October 1863.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, August 30, 1848]:
Yesterday a fine new barque, of about 500 tons register, was launched from Mr. Aiken's building-yard, in this town. She went off in gallant style, and glided into the briny fluid amidst the acclamations of a large concourse of spectators. She was taken in tow by the King Orry steamer, and rounding Conister rock, came gallantly into port, amid the cheers of many hundreds, who had assembled on the pier. The vessel is built on the model of the Aberdeen bows, and reflects great credit upon Mr. Winram, the superintendant. She is a fourteen year first class ship.

[from Liverpool Albion Monday 16 November 1863]:
CASUALTIES. &c. MADRAS. Oct. 22. The British ship MENCIUS, Wood; the barque PUNJAB, Rice; the BRITON, Byford, at Pondicherry; and the RADAMA II, Bohler, at same, all wrecked on Madras beach. [Mencius wrecked at Sadras, about 40 miles S of Madras]

Wooden brig Natal, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1849, 158 tons, ON1119, registered Liverpool 219/1849. Reported registered Port Louis, Mauritius, then Geelong 2/1860, 178grt. Voyage Newcastle (NSW) to Melbourne, ashore 11 July 1865.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, March 07, 1849]:
On Saturday week, a handsome craft, intended to be brig-rigged, was launched from the ship-yard of James Aikin. Esq.. in this town. Nautical men, who profess to be judges in such matters, admire her model and construction throughout, and give their unqualified opinion that her model reflects high credit upon the already well known skill and ability of the builder, Mr. John Winram.

Wooden schooner Toby, built John Winram, Douglas, for James Aikin, 1849, 130 tons, registered Liverpool 204/1849, 109 tons. Voyage from Ramsgate, sank by collision, 14 January 1853, only 1 survivor.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, August 11, 1849]:
On Thursday last, a prettily modeled schooner, called the Toby, of 130 tons register, was launched from Mr. Aikin's yards, at the Baths, in this town. [Douglas]

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday 18 January 1853]:
Ramsgate Jan 15. The schooner Toby, of Liverpool, has been run down and sunk by the schooner Matchless, of Bideford, and only one man saved. [Toby left Ramsgate 14th January, only 1 boy saved]

Wooden barque Ken, built John Winram, Douglas (Bath shipyard - owned James Aikin), 1850, 221 tons, ON24323. Registered Liverpool 168/1850, then 325/1854. Registered Sunderland by 1860, West Hartlepool by 1867, owned Foster. Described as a 3-masted schooner. Voyage to Archangel, lost in ice, in White Sea, June 1867, crew saved.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, May 25, 1850]:
The finely-modeled barque, which was launched last week from the Bath yards, is 250 tons; and not 150 as stated in our last. ....
We regret to hear it announced, that this is the last vessel Mr. Aikin intends building here, and that the yard is to be closed, as a vast number of young men have been employed in it since its opening and a large sum of money spent weekly in the town, which will consequently be withdrawn by the closing of this establishment.

[from Shields Daily Gazette Friday 10 May 1867]:
LOCAL LAW CASE. .... This was action brought by the brig Mentor, 166 tons, from Seaham, coal laden, for London, against the barque Ken, 214 tons, from Hartlepool for Dunkirk, France, to recover for the loss resulting from collision between them in the Cockle Gat, below Yarmouth, about 1 a.m. the 10th of December last. ... [Ken held responsible for damage to Mentor]

[from Stockton Herald, South Durham and Cleveland Advertiser Friday 12 July 1867]:
LOSS OF A HARTLEPOOL SHIP. Intelligence was received at Hartlepool announcing the total wreck of the barque Ken, Capt. Lewis, of Hartlepool, in the White Sea, in consequence of the ice. The crew were all saved. The Ken left Hartlepool at the latter part of May for Archangel, and was the property of Mr Robert Brewis, Albion-terrace, Hartlepool, and is insured in the local clubs. The telegram, which is from the captain, also stated that there were about 100 more vessels wrecked, and dreadful sufferings amongst of the men. [in June became ice-bound, started her stern-post, became leaky and foundered; crew of 7, crossed ice to land on Cross Island]

Built William Quiggin, Lake, Douglas. He owned a timber yard, and employed shipwrights (Joseph Ford, Caesar Archibald, Edward Elgar,... ) to build vessels.

John & Margaret Sm 1834
Mona's Isle F 1835
Eagle Sr 1836
Unicorn Sr 1837
Jane Sr 1838
Catherine Sr 1838
Eliza & Catherine Sm 1838
Gipsey Sr 1839
Gazelle Sr 1839
Elk Sr 1839
Selina Sr 1839
Magnet Sr 1840
John & William Sm 1840
Edward & James Ga 1840
Princess Royal Bk 1840
Minerva Sr 1840
Ruby Sr 1841
Zebra Sr 1842
Native Sm 1845
Neptune Sm 1846
Sapphire Sm/Sr 1847
Sardine Sr 1848
Tryphena Sr 1849

Wooden smack John & Margaret, built, Caesar Archibald, Douglas, IoM, 1834, 35 tons, probably from Quiggin's yard. Registered Douglas 11/1834, 3/1836 (30 tons), 14/1847. SR reports: 3 December 1855, lost at sea.

Wooden flat Mona's Isle, built Douglas, IoM, 1835, reported by Joseph Ford, who built other vessels for Quiggin. Registered Preston 27/1845, 46 tons, then 1/1851. ON17281. Registered Lancaster, 37 tons by 1859, owned Fisher of Barrow. Voyage Westonpoint to Barrow, with stone, foundered off Walney, July 1867, crew of 2 saved.

[from Soulby's Ulverston Advertiser and General Intelligencer Thursday 18 July 1867]:
The Mona's Isle, Miller, of Barrow, whilst on her passage from Westonpoint for that port foundered about one mile off Hilpsford, (Piel); the crew, two in number, saved themselves in their own boat with great difficulty, their cargo was freestones for the dock.

Wooden schooner Eagle, built Quiggin, Douglas, 1836, 55 tons. Registered Dublin 14/1850, 55 tons. ON11616. In MNL to 1882, owned Lyons, Belfast, 50 tons, registered Dublin. Voyage Cardiff to Ballyshannon, with coal and iron, sunk by collision, 3 February 1882, crew saved in own boat.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, September 30, 1836]:
On Tuesday last, a schooner named the Eagle, was launched from the building yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin, & Co., on the lake, she is a handsome model, and is about 70 tons burthen.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Published Friday, 24 February 1882]:
Reward £20. Whereas the Schooner EAGLE. of DUBLIN, 49 tons register, was RUN DOWN, two miles N.E. of Larne Lough, at 2 30 A.M. of the 3d February, by an UNKNOWN STEAMER bound SOUTH, apparently in ballast. The above Reward will be given for INFORMATION that will lead to the discovery of the said Steamer within six months of present date. Apply to THOMAS LYONS. Owner Earl-street, Belfast.

Wooden schooner Unicorn, built Joseph Ford, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1837.10, 78 tons. Registered Douglas 9/1837, 66 tons, then Chester 4/1838, owned Tarleton, Chester. Sold 1840. In LR to 1841. Voyages found, master Gill, to July 1841, arriving London from Stettin. Voyage Dublin to Rhyl, ashore near Aberdaron, on 15 November 1841. More history

[from Saint James's Chronicle Thursday, 18 November 1841]:
Aberdaron, Nov 16. The Unicorn, from Dublin to Rhyl, went on the rocks half a mile from this yesterday morning, and has become a wreck; part of materials saved. [master Robinson]

Wooden schooner Jane, built Quiggin, Douglas, 1838. 105 tons. In LR to 1844 (with stale information). Not traced, since a common name.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, June 15, 1838]:
On Saturday last, a fine schooner called the Jane, about 100 tons register, was launched from the building yard of Messrs. Wm. Quiggin, & Co., of this town.

Wooden schooner Catherine (also Catharine), built Quiggin, Douglas, 1838, 57 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 10/1838, 1/1849. Reported sunk in Shannon, 4 November 1849, but salvaged and repaired. Registered Limerick 6/1851. Voyage Limerick to Glasgow, with oats, stranded east side of Old Head of Kinsale, 16 February 1855.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, November 06, 1838]:
On Saturday, another schooner, of about 70 tons, was launched from the Lake building yard, named the Catherine, which is the property of Mr Jebett, of Castletown, and was built by Messrs. Quiggin.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, August 08, 1840]:
Sale.... The Schooner CATHARINE, of Derbyhaven, Burthen per Register, 57 879-3500 Tons. The Catharine is a fast sailing vessel, was built at Douglas, and launched from Messrs. QUIGGIN'S Yard there in December, 1838.

[from Southern Reporter and Cork Commercial Courier Thursday 22 February 1855]:
KINSALE SHIPPING. February 17. The schooner Catherine, of and from Limerick, Owen, master, has been just reported to have been stranded yesterday 11 a m., in a snowstorm in Bullin's Bay, east side of the Old Head. She was laden with oats for Glasgow, and sailed from here (as reported) on the 15th, where she was wind bound. [now Bullen's Bay]

Wooden smack Eliza & Catherine, built Ford for Quiggin, Douglas, 1838, 31 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1838, to Derbyhaven 11/1844, then to Douglas 3/1847, 2/1852. 1856, remeasured, 33 tons. ON21920. Voyage found: master Quirk, calling Douglas, 21 November 1866, on passage Bowling to Runcorn; sailed 21 November from Douglas. Voyage IoM to Glasgow, departing 6 December 1866, missing, probably off Fleetwood, all hands lost.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, December 22, 1866]:
There now appears to he no doubt of the loss of the smack Eliza and Catherine, Quirk master, of this port, which was bound to Glasgow, and left Liverpool on the 6th December. She must either have foundered or gone ashore during the fearful gale that swept over the channel on the 7th, in the the neighbourhood of Fleetwood, as her papers and part of her small boat have been washed ashore at that place.

Wooden schooner Gipsey, built Ford for Quiggin, Douglas, 1839, 111 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1839, 88 tons, To Caernarfon 1841. In LR1842 as owned Carnarvon SC, registered Caernarfon 6/1841, 89 tons, trading Beaumaris to Southampton. Last voyage found, with master Hughes, sailed Southampton 12 January 1855, for Llanelly. Later master Aldridge to 1858.
Probably the vessel of this name and tonnage, registered Southampton, ON13899, trading Southampton to S Wales ports with coal. Schooner Gipsey of Southampton, for sale, as she lies on the hard, May 1866. Wrecked near Long Rock, Mount's Bay, 20 March 1867, 4 crew saved, 1 lost.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, February 15, 1839]:
Yesterday a fine new schooner, called the Gipsey, was launched from the building yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin and Co., of 110 tons old, or 80 new measurement.

[from Royal Cornwall Gazette Thursday, 21 March 1867]:
The Gipsey of Southampton, coal laden, went ashore near Long Rock, and became a total wreck, one man drowned. [4 crew saved by rocket apparatus, 1 lost]

Wooden schooner Gazelle, built Joseph Ford, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1839. 51 tons. Registered Douglas 13/1839, then 2/1842, 4/1844. To Newry 9/1846, 51 tons. ON8651, in MNL to 1870, owned McIlroy, Newcastle, C.D., 43 tons.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, June 18, 1839]:
On Tuesday was launched from the building yard of Messrs. Quiggin & Co., a very handsome schooner, called the Gazelle, 51 tons new measure.

Wooden schooner Elk, built Edward Elgar, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1839, 77 tons. Registered Douglas 15/1839. Vessel lost off the Calf of Man, 27 February 1848, crew saved.

[from Lloyd's List Wednesday 1 March 1848]:
Douglas, IM., 28th Feb. The Elk, Milburn, of this port; from Peel to Chester, was struck by a sea off the Calf of Man yesterday during a gale, lost bowsprit, foremast, and part of main-mast, and came to an anchor, when she was abandoned by the Crew, and is reported to have since foundered.

Wooden schooner Selina, built Joseph Ford, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1839, 117 tons. Registered Douglas 19/1839, 93 tons. For sale January 1840 at Whitehaven. Registered Liverpool 1841. In LR, owned Johnson, Liverpool, for trade to Africa. For sale June 1845 at Liverpool. Voyages, with master Hamilton, found in 1851 and 1853, sailing between Fernando Po and Cameroons.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, August 31, 1839]:
SHIP LAUNCHES. On Tuesday last, two launches took place in this town, one from the building-yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co.; the other from that of Messrs. John Moore & Co. The former is a remarkably fine schooner of her class, register tonnage, new measurement, 93, old do. 117, and is named the Selina; her builder, Mr. Ford, whose practical knowledge in that department is well known, and the vessel in question is, in our judgment, a superior specimen of his tact and skill. ....
Both vessels were launched broadside, and left the blocks in good style, amidst the cheering of a numerous and admiring throng of all grades and descriptions. The day being remarkably fine tended not a little to enhance the gaiety of the scene.

[from Liverpool Mercury Friday, 10 December 1847]:
Berbice Nov. 2. The schooner Selina, Hamilton, hence to Liverpool, sprang a leak at sea, and put in to Barbadoes, where she has discharged.

Wooden schooner Magnet, built by Ford in Quiggin's timber yard, Douglas, 1840. Registered Douglas 3/1840, 50 tons. To Kirkwall 1841. Reported in SR lost 1850 (not found)

Wooden smack John & William, built Caesar Archibald, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1840, 35 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1840, 33 tons, then 9/1841; then Dublin 5/1850. ON19325. Broken up 1865.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, July 04, 1840]:
On Monday last, a handsome clincher-built smack, called the John & William, 35 tons n. m., 53 o. m., was launched from the building-yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co., near the bridge, built for Messrs. Cain and Comish, of this town.

Wooden galliot Edward & James, built Caesar Archibald, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1840, 34 tons. Registered Douglas 10/1840. Then 11/1851, 8/1854. ON23894. Broken up 1888.

Wooden barque Princess Royal, built by Ford in Quiggin's timber yard, Douglas, 1840. Registered Douglas 2/1841, 249 tons. Sailed to Liverpool March 1841, to be put on sale. April 1841, for sale, not registered, so name can be changed, 249 tons nm. Registered Liverpool 103/1841, May 1841. December 1841, advertised sailing to Singapore, master Newby, from Liverpool. Arrived Liverpool from Valparaiso, 21 May 1844. Sailed June 1844 from Liverpool for Jamaica, master Newby. Probably then with master Sinclair - sailed to Hong Kong and China, reported in China waters, November 1848. Voyage at Melbourne, wrecked on Point Londsdale, 24 February 1849, crew saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, December 12, 1840]:
Yesterday, a remarkable fine barque, called the Princess Royal, was launched from the upper end of the harbour by Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co., timber-merchants. She admeasures about 240 tons, but, though with all the apparent requisites of a quick sailer, will carry a cargo considerably above that weight. She is the reverse of being (as, unfortunately, many of our ships are) wall-sided, and notwithstanding she has a flat flooring, is of a pretty model, combining sharpness with rotundity, and is fastened and finished in the best possible manner. She was built by Mr. Joseph Ford, and as a specimen of naval architecture is a credit to the port. Her head, which is a full-length female figure, was executed by Mr. Corlett, cabinet-maker, of this town, and for an amateur attempt in that line of carving, is deserving of well-merited encomiums.

[from Cumberland Pacquet, and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser Tuesday 13 April 1841]:
NEW BARQUE FOR SALE, TO be SOLD, by PRIVATE TREATY, - The beautiful new Barque PRINCESS ROYAL, Burthen per Register 242 Tons Old, and 249 Tons New Measurement; built at Douglas, Isle of Man, in the most substantial manner, and finished in a very superior Style; has a full Female Figure Head, and Carved Stern, and all her Materials are of the best Description. Now lying at Liverpool ready to receive a Cargo. Length Aloft, 94.2; Length of Keel and Fore Rake, 92.6; Breadth of Beam, 24.2; Depth of Hold 14.5. The Scantling of her Timbers, and Planking, with an Inventory her Stores, may be seen, and further Particulars known on Application ....

[from Glasgow Courier Saturday 4 April 1846]:
CLYDE COMMERCIAL LIST, APRIL 2. IMPORTS AT GLASGOW. ... April 1. Princess Royal (249), of Liverpool, R. Sinclair, from Shanghae, with 3959 packages tea, to W. Connal & Reid & Murray, agents.

[from London Evening Standard Tuesday 21 August 1849]:
WRECK OF THE BRITISH BARQUE PRINCESS ROYAL. (From the Melbourne News, Feb. 26.) The barque Princess Royal, Captain Sinclair, from Hong Kong for this port, struck, at three o'clock on Saturday morning, on Lonsdale Reef, outside the Heads, and became a total wreck. Fortunately no lives were lost, the crew having succeeded in getting on shore in the long-boat and cutter, which were the only things belonging to the vessel that were saved. The cause of this disaster was the light being placed on the inner instead of the outer head.

Sale of some of the above:

[from Liverpool Mercantile Gazette and Myers's Weekly Advertiser Monday 1 February 1841]:
Sale... Three well and substantially built SCHOONERS, of 65, 112 and 116 tons register, old measurement; all nearly new. Also, a new BARQUE, 242 tons old and 249 tons new measurement. The above vessels were built at the Isle of Man, of well seasoned materials; are copper fastened to the bends; well found; will carry well for their tonnages, on a light draft of water, ...
[schooner 65 could be Gazelle, 111 may be Gipsey, 116 may be Selina; barque is Princess Royal, built Quiggin]

Wooden schooner Minerva, built Quiggin, Douglas, 1840, 98/64 tons. Builder from Lloyds survey. Registered Dublin 32/1840, 62 tons. In LR1841, built Douglas September 1840, owned Travers, Wicklow. Voyages with master Connor from December 1840. ON9285. By 1893 owned Phillips, Wicklow, 49 tons. Voyage Liverpool to Ayr, with manure, ashore near Garliestown, 4 February 1893, crew saved.

[from Wicklow People Saturday 11 February 1893]:
On Monday information reached Wicklow that the schooner Minerva, owned by Mr John Phillips, Abbey-street, had gone ashore at place called Garlieston, on the coast of Wigtonshire, Scotland. The vessel was on a voyage from Liverpool to Ayr with manure, in charge of Captain Merrigan. The cargo now being discharged, and it is expected that she will be floated shortly. The damage is estimated to be slight. [later: now become a total wreck]

Wooden schooner Ruby, built Joseph Ford, for William Quiggin, Douglas, IoM, 1841. Registered Douglas 5/1841, 54 tons, 5/1844, then 7/1851, 60 tons. ON1664. Broken up 1885.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday, 26 June 1845]:
Sale.. The beautiful little Schooner RUBY; Built at the Isle of Man, in 1841, for private use, expressly for the present owner; Sails fast, and carries good cargo, and is in every way adapted for the corn and coasting trade. 71 tons o.m. and 54 tons n.m.; length 55 feet 6 inches, breadth 17 feet 2.5 inches, depth 8 feet 5 inches.

Wooden schooner Zebra, built Joseph Ford, for Quiggin, Douglas, 1842, 152 tons om, 140 tons nm. Registered Douglas 3/1842, 40 tons[sic], 67 x 20 x 13 ft.. However listed as 152/140 tons in LR, and in sale adverts. Described March 1843 as 12 months old. Master Greenlaw, then Gill. Found in LR(Liv). Voyage Cardiff to Stettin, with iron rails, aground at Sønder Lyngvig, near Ringkøbing, 15 September 1844, crew saved. Cargo partly removed, refloated, but put into Fanø, leaky, 26 September 1844. Voyages to September 1845, master Gill, arriving Liverpool from Antwerp and Stettin. For sale at Liverpool April 1846. Voyage Liverpool to Galway, ashore on Skerries, 14 December 1846, crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, August 30, 1842]:
The new schooner Zebra, of this port, (the property of Messrs. Quiggin), from Liverpool at St. Petersburgh on the 2nd instant.

[from Caledonian Mercury Monday, 30 September 1844]:
Thisted Sept 19. The Zebra, Gill, of Douglas, I.M., from Cardiff to Stettin, was stranded near Ringkiobing, 15th inst., crew saved. [with iron rails, on shore Soegaard, near Sudor-Lyagvig, crew of 6 saved

[from Lloyd's List Tuesday, 8 October 1844]:
Wyck, Island of Fohr. The Zebra, Gill, of Douglas, I.M., from Cardiff to Stettin, put in to the island of Fanoe [sic Fanø], 26th inst., very leaky, with loss of rudder, having been on shore at Ringkiobing. [seems to have been repaired]

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday, 9 April 1846]:
For SALE, The fine A 1 Schooner ZEBRA, of Douglas. Burthen per register 140 tons, will carry 221 tons built in 1842, at Douglas, Isleman.

[from Banner of Ulster Tuesday 22 December 1846]:
The schooner Zebra, Henderson, of Douglas, from Liverpool for Galway, went ashore the eastern point of the Skerries Island, 14th instant, during heavy snow storm, and became a total wreck; crew saved.

Wooden smack Native, built Quiggin, Douglas, IoM, 1846, 49 tons, ON24199. Registered Peel 1/1846. Broken up at Troon, June 1876.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, December 06, 1845]:
On Wednesday last, a fine clincher-built smack was launched from the Lake, built by Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co. She was named the Native, and is intended for the port of Peel. This smack, with two or three more, now being built at the above port, make about twenty-six first-rate craft, which are engaged entirely in summer in running with fresh herrings, and in winter in the potato trade from Scotland, independent of the small colliers which constantly trade to Whitehaven.

Wooden smack Neptune, built Edgar, in Quiggin's yard, Douglas, 1846. Registered Peel 7/1846, 53 tons. Voyages found, with master Waterson, to June 1850. Voyage Scotland to Dublin, master Cowley, missing, spoken off Isle of Man, February 1851. Note a smack called Neptune was also built at Peel, 1835, 21 tons, ON23862.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, October 03, 1846]:
On Wednesday week a fine new smack, called the Neptune, 80 tons, n.m., built by Mr. Edward Edgar, was launched from the timber-yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co. We understand she has been purchased by Messrs. Corris, of Peel thus adding another to their already numerous fleet of smacks and fishing craft.

[from Liverpool Mercury Tuesday, 25 February 1851]:
SMACK MISSING. - Serious fears are being entertained for the safety of the smack Neptune of Peel, Thomas Cowley, master. She left the east coast of Scotland about four weeks ago, with a cargo of potatoes, and was spoken by the schooner Sarah, off the Isle of Man, on her voyage to Dublin, but has not arrived at that port.

Wooden smack Sapphire, built Edward Edgar, for Quiggin, Douglas, 1847. Registered Douglas 7/1847 57 tons. To Caernarfon 1847. ON4219. Then to Waterford 1865. In MNL to 1879, owned Derrick, Bristol, schooner. Burnt at Kinsale 16 September 1878.

[from Lloyd's List Thursday, 19 September 1878]:
KINSALE, Sept 17th. The Sapphire (schr.), of this port, and lying in the harbour, was burned to the water's edge last night.

Wooden schooner Sardine, built Edward Elgar, for Quiggin, Douglas, 1848. Registered Douglas 1/1848 68 tons, then Carnarvon 10/1848 68 tons; 12/1852 90 tons, ON4108. Registered Dublin 1865-1868. Voyage Ardrossan to Newport, with pig iron, ashore near Carnlough, 26 October 1865, crew saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, January 15, 1848]:
A very handsome schooner was launched on Monday last, from the building-yard of Messrs. W. Quiggin & Co., of this town.

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Wednesday, 22 November 1865]:
BELFAST Nov. 18. The Sardine, which was put on shore at Carnlough Oct. 26 leaky, went to pieces next day; part of the cargo has been recovered and the remainder is expected to be saved. She was bound from Ardrossan for Newport, Smith; no lives were lost. [with pig iron]

Wooden schooner Tryphena (launched as Sophina), built by Edgar in Wm Quiggin's timber yard, Douglas, 1849, 92 tons nm. Registered Douglas 6/1849, 92 tons. Then Liverpool 202/1850. Advertised sailing from Liverpool to Civita Vecchia, master Crane, August 1850; arrived 1 September. Ashore at Porto Ferro, Sardinia, 16 November 1850, wrecked.

[from Manx Sun, Wednesday, April 04, 1849]:
LAUNCH. A remarkably fine schooner named the "Sophina" [sic Tryphena?] was launched last Week from the ship yard of Messrs. Wm. Quiggin, & Co., on the Lake near this town. This clipper looking craft admeasures 92 tons n.m. and 120 o.m., and was built from a design of Mr. E. Edgar. She appears well calculated to sustain his reputation as a nautical draughtsman. [purchased by Capt Craine; sailed to Liverpool May 1849, as Tryphena, Craine]

[from Lloyd's List Monday, 9 December 1850]:
Cagliari, 29th Nov. The TRYPHENA, Crane, from Civita Vecchia to Falmouth, which was on shore at Porto Ferro 16th Nov., has become a wreck; sails and part of the rigging saved.

Built John Moore, timber merchant, near the bridge. His shipwright was Robert Oates.

Henry Holmes Sm 1834
Mary Sm 1838
Fenella Sr 1838
Catherine Sr 1839
Claughbane Sr 1840
Laxey Mines Sr 1841
Louisa Jane Sr 1842
Cruiser Sm 1843

Wooden smack Henry Holmes, built R Oates (in John Moore's yard), Douglas, 1838. 55 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1834, 1/1849 (41 tons), ON3136, broken up 1858.

Wooden smack Mary, built R Oates (in John Moore's yard), Douglas, 1838. Registered Douglas 2/1838, 41 tons. In 1844, master Skillicorn, 40 tons, from Neath arrived Ross, culm. Voyage N Wales to Belfast, with slates, lying at anchor in Ramsey Bay, was driven into collision, and sank, by the storm, 25 January 1845, master Skillicorn lost. Sold by underwriters, following wreck, presumably repaired at Ramsey. Registered Ramsey 1/1845, 40 tons, then 3/1850. Masters listed in SR to 1856. ON1581. Broken up 1878.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, March 03, 1838]:
On Saturday last, a handsome new craft, called the Mary, register tonnage 40.5, (built by Mr. R. Oates), was launched from the timber-yard of Messrs. J. Moore & Co., near the bridge, and is, we understand, the property of that firm. The vessel left the blocks broadside, and notwithstanding the distance to the water was circumscribed, it was an excellent launch.

[from Bell's New Weekly Messenger Sunday 2 February 1845]:
DREADFUL STORMS. .... Ramsey Bay.... Some of the vessels succeeded in weighing or slipping their anchors, and took refuge in Douglas. Others, however, were not so fortunate. Amongst them the smack Mary, Skillicorn, master, with a cargo of slates from Wales to Belfast Lough; and the Haslewood, M'Donough, of and from Sligo to Liverpool, with a cargo of butter and bacon. These unfortunate vessels came in contact about four o'clock, and such was the damage that each of them sustained, that the former went down at her anchors in less than an hour, and the latter, in order save the lives of the crews of both vessels, was compelled to slip the cables, and run the vessel ashore. This vessel struck few hundred yards to the east of the Tryall about five o'clock and the crew, after launching the boat, and endeavouring to save themselves by that means, were all precipitated into the surge, the boat having capsized before they were enabled to leave the vessel's side. The hands of both vessels, however, succeeded in regaining the wreck; but we are sorry to add that both the masters shared a watery grave.

Wooden schooner Fenella, built Robert Oates (for John Moore), Douglas, 1838, [see also]. Registered Douglas 8/1840, on 17 July 1840, 24 tons, schooner, (43 x 12 x 7 ft). Traded Whitehaven - Douglas, and Dee - Douglas, etc. With master Kelly, left Douglas for Chester 25 July 1842. SR states lost on voyage Chester to Douglas. Reported, 30 August 1842, missing. Note that another schooner called Fenella was built in Douglas in 1838.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, August 30, 1842]:
No tidings have as yet been heard of the missing schooner Fenella, Kelly, of this port, and we are sorry to state, that there is but too much reason to fear she has been lost, with all hands.

Wooden schooner Catherine (also Catharine), built in J Moore's yard, Douglas, by Oates, 1839, owned Moore. Registered Douglas 2/1839, 60 tons, in February 1839. Registered Liverpool 1839. In LR1849 owned M'Mahon 73/60 tons. Probably registered Newry 8/1845, 60 tons. ON19112. Voyages, with master Jennings, found to 1847, owned M'Mahon, Newry. Voyages found to June 1854, master Eager. Voyage from Newry, with prop wood, ashore Bernard Wharf, 19 February 1860, crew of 5 saved.
Note smack Catherine, built Castletown, 1840, 19 tons, ON9316, was lost on the same date, at Whitehaven pier.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, January 05, 1839]:
On New-year's day, a fine new schooner, of 60 tons burthen, new measurement, 73 old do., was launched broadside from the timber-yard of Messrs. J. Moore & Co., in this town, in the presence of a large concourse of spectators. Much credit is due to Mr. Robert Oates, draftsman and builder, for the skill he has manifested in the completion of the above vessel, as well as for the manner in which he superintended the launch.

[from Fleetwood Chronicle Friday, 9 March 1860]:
... Clasp given for Captain Wassey's gallant conduct in putting off in the Fleetwood lifeboat and rescuing the crew of 4 men of the schooner Catherine of Newry which was stranded on Bernard Wharf, on Sunday 19th of last month. [master M'Donald, later reported wrecked] [Bernard Wharf, E side of channel into Fleetwood]

Wooden schooner Claughbane, built Robert Oates, in John Moore's yard, Douglas, 1840, 94 tons, Registered Belfast 89/1845, ON20509. In MNL to 1878, owned Neill, Bangor, NI, schooner, 72 tons. Voyages, with master Shearer, found to 15 April 1875, arriving Ayr from Belfast. Voyage Belfast to Silloth, arriving 26 July 1876.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, March 17, 1840]:
On Friday se'nnight, a remarkably fine schooner, called the Claughbane, register tonnage, 116 old, and 94 new measurement, was launched broadside from the timber-yard of Messrs. John Moore and Co. She is a very superior vessel of her class, and reflects great credit upon her builder, Mr. Robert Oates, of this town.

Not yet traced - probably renamed when sold.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, June 18, 1839]:
.... On Wednesday, a fine new schooner was launched from the building yard of Messrs. Moore & Co., called the Belmont, after the seat of G. W. Dumbell, Esq., one of the partners in the above firm. She measures 78 tons, new, and is expected to carry 133 tons, with 8 ft. draft of water. Both vessels are for sale.

Wooden schooner Laxey Mines, built Robert Oates, in John Moore's yard, Douglas, 1841. Owned John Moore. Registered Douglas 8/1841, 70 tons, later 6/1856, 63 tons, ON21933. Wrecked on the Crow Rock, Wales on 14 May 1858, crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, August 24, 1841]:
On the forenoon of Tuesday last, a fine new schooner, built under the superintendence of Mr. Robert Oates, and called the Laxey Mines, was launched from the yard of Messrs. John Moore, & Co. The Laxey Mines, we understand, is chiefly owned by the Laxey Mining Company, and is consequently very appropriately named. The vessel left the stocks in gallant style, and the day being extremely favourable, a large number of spectators were present.

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Thursday, May 20, 1858]:
The schooner Laxey Mines, of Douglas, was lost on the Crow Rock, off Milford, at 11 o'clock on Friday morning last. Crew picked up by a screw steamer.

Wooden schooner Louisa Jane, built Robert Oates, in John Moore's yard, Douglas, 1842, 132 tons. Part owned John Moore. Registered Douglas 1/1843, 107 tons, then 9/1855. ON9204. Owned John Moore. By 1866 registered Drogheda, to 1892, owned Long, Drogheda, 79 tons. Sold for use as a mooring for the steam tug at Drogheda, 1892.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, October 08, 1842]:
On Tuesday was launched from the building-yard of Messrs. John Moore and Co., a fine new schooner, 132 tons register, called the Louisa Jane, built by our townsman, Mr. Robert Oates; she does him much credit as a specimen of naval architecture.

[from Drogheda Argus and Leinster Journal Saturday 8 October 1892]:
LOUISA JANE. Mr Buttery said he wished to mention a matter which he believed would be for the advantage of the port. Captain Long of the Louisa Jane had determined not to repair her, and he had been speaking to him (Mr Buttery) and other members of the board with a view to selling the vessel to the Commissioners for a mooring place for the tug. He offered her for £20. She could be tied below at the stage and would be a safe and proper mooring place for the tugboat. She could also be utilized to hold coals for the use of the tugboat. He (Mr Butterly) approved of this idea entirely. ... [Louisa Jane, under tow of tug Drogheda, ashore near Drogheda, 27 April 1892]

Wooden smack Cruiser (also Cruizer), built Caesar Archibald, Douglas, 1843, 41 tons. Registered Douglas 6/1843, Dublin 1/1854, Douglas 1/1865, ON 17934. In MNL to 1892, owned Portaferry. BU 1892 at Belfast.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, May 20, 1843]:
On Saturday last, a fine new clincher-built smack called the Cruiser, built by Mr. Caesar Archibald, was launched from the timber-yard of Messrs. John Moore & Co., near the bridge.

Built Hugh Williamson, Douglas. Many of his vessels were built for Whitehaven owners. [He was a Whitehaven shipbuilder from 1858 on]

Victoria Bg 1837
Catherine Bg 1838
Seapoint Sr 1838
Robert Seymour Sr 1839
Argestes Bg 1839
Village Girl Bg 1840
Mary Ann Bg 1841
Speed Bk 1842

Wooden brig Victoria, built Williamson, Douglas, 1837, 152 tons. Registered Whitehaven 35/1837, then 1/1853. ON9260. In MNL to 1867, owned Jackson, Whitehaven, 141 tons. Voyage Whitehaven to Dublin, with coal, ashore, entrance to Strangford, prior to 17 February 1866.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, June 23, 1837]:
On Tuesday last a brig of about 160 tons burthen, named the Victoria, was launched from the Tongue, at the upper part of the harbour, owned by a Whitehaven company. Hundreds of spectators assembled, as the vessel was launched broadside into the water.

[from Derry Journal Saturday, 17 February 1866]:
The brig Victoria of Whitehaven is ashore at Portaferry and is likely to be a total wreck.

[from Belfast News-Letter Tuesday, 20 February 1866]:
Sale: Hull of brig Victoria of Whitehaven 141 nm, with her cargo of 230 tons coals, as it may lie on the shoals west side of Argus Rock, ... stranded on her passage from Whitehaven to Dublin.

Wooden brig Catharine, built Williamson, Douglas, 1838, 192 tons, owned Jackson, Whitehaven. Voyage from Monte Video, leaky, beached, wrecked 26 July 1845, crew saved.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, January 30, 1838]:
A brig of excellent construction, burthen 250 tons, the property of a Whitehaven Company, was launched broadside from the Tongue, Douglas Harbour, on Saturday last. The launch was certainly a beautiful one, and was highly applauded by all nautical men present.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Monday 3 November 1845]:
WHITEHAVEN Nov. 2: The Catherine, Coffey, of this port, sailed from Monte Video for Brazils July 23, and went ashore on the 26th. The following is an extract from a letter from the mate: Fort Miguel, Aug. 6, 1845. The day after we left Monte Video it came on to blow; the ship sprung a leak, having sand ballast, our pumps were soon choked, and the ballast washed out. We kept baling the ship with buckets until the men were exhausted; and the weather continuing unfavourable, we were obliged to run the vessel ashore, as the only means of saving our lives, in which we succeeded. We are all safe and well on shore, but will be detained a few days against our will, being on the Spanish frontier, and the place occupied by Buenos Ayreans. The people have robbed us of our clothes, beds, and everything we had. We wish them to pass us to the Brazils. I write this in camp, among soldiers.

Wooden schooner Seapoint, built Williamson, Douglas, 1838, ON10336. Registered Dublin 46/1838, 59 tons. In MNL to 1891, 59 tons, owned Wicklow. For sale, derelict, at Wicklow 1891.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, November 06, 1838]:
A fine schooner called the Seapoint, of 70 tons burthen, was launched on Thursday last, from the building yard on the Tongue. She is the property of Mr Seymour, of Bray, in Ireland, and was built by Mr. Williamson. [58 tons nm, 77 tons om]

[from Bray and South Dublin Herald Saturday 14 November 1891]:
Sale... Also the hull of the schooner Seapoint as she now lies in the River at Wicklow, together her masts, spars, standing and running rigging, and numerous other lots.

Wooden schooner Robert Seymour, built Williamson, Douglas, 1839, 49 tons, registered Dublin 20/1839. ON25053. Wrecked Hilbre Swash 1881.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, February 19, 1839]:
and on Saturday another fine new schooner was launched from the tongue registering 66 tons, and built by Mr. Williamson, of Whitehaven. [for Seymour, Bray]

Wooden brig Argestes, built Williamson, Douglas, 1839, 176 tons. ON1763. Registered Whitehaven 5/1844, 172 tons, then Sligo by 1900. Hulked at Sligo 1909. More history

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, October 29, 1839]:
A fine new brig, called the Argestes, of 176 tons old, and 171 tons new measurement, was launched from the building yard on the Tongue on Thursday last, built by Mr. Williamson, for a Whitehaven company.

Wooden brig Village Girl, built Williamson, Douglas, 1840, 216 tons. Builder quoted by Lloyds survey. Registered Whitehaven 2/1841, 216 tons. ON9345. Register closed 1905 when broken up, registered Whitehaven, owned Robinson, Dublin, 184 tons.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, December 11, 1840]:
The Village Girl, a handsome new brig, of 250 tons, building on the Tongue was also intended to have been launched, but in consequence of one of the daggers not having been removed in time, she remained fast, after having moved a few yards from her original position.

Wooden brig Mary Ann, built Williamson, Douglas, 1841, 210 tons. Registered Whitehaven 13/1841, 201 tons, ON1245. In MNL to 1881, owned Hunter, Whitehaven, 154 tons. Voyage to Dublin, with coal, driven ashore at Malahide, 22 October 1881, crew of 7 saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, May 29, 1841]:
On Saturday last was launched (broadside) from the Tongue, near the bridge, by Mr. H. Williamson, a well-proportioned and substantially built brigantine of 201 tons, n.m., called the Mary Ann, built for Capt. James Hunter, of Whitehaven, and intended for the foreign trade. Although the day was not particularly fine, yet it was no drawback against the exciting interest of the scene as the vessel glided in the fulness of strength and majesty into the willing embrace of old Father Neptune. She quitted the blocks in admirable style.

[from Evening Irish Times Monday 24 October 1881]:
At Malahide, on Saturday last, about 11 o'clock in the forenoon, when it was blowing a whole gale from the east, and a very heavy sea was running on the beach, a vessel, which afterwards proved to be the Mary Anne, of Whitehaven (Hunter master), laden with coal for Dublin, was observed to be in a very dangerous position off the north point of the bar, fast drifting on shore. Word was conveyed to Captain Stubbs, R.N., commander of the coastguard, who, with his usual promptitude, at once gave orders to have the galley launched and manned to the rescue. In a very short time the chief officer, Mr Hanna, had the boat out, and in the teeth of the fierce wind and sea, she was pulled over the low-lying sandhills on the north shore of the estuary. When the party reached the bar beach, the brig was found to be fast on the sandbank, about half a mile from the shore, in a very critical position, and every now and then with the surf which was over her. It was useless to think of any boat, such as they had, out to her, as it would have been swamped immediately. There seemed to be no other way of succouring the poor fellows who were seen aboard except by the rocket apparatus. .... distance too great ... Crew of six men and the master got ashore by veering their own boat from the wreck, assisted by those on shore. [1 mile north of Malahide, later broke up]

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, May 25, 1841]:
On Saturday last a small vessel, built by Mr. Williamson, was launched from the Tongue, at the end of the Quay; she went off the stocks in grand style. From the wetness of the morning very few persons were present.

Wooden barque Speed, built Williamson, Douglas, 1842, Registered Whitehaven 2/1842, 261 tons, then 18/1854. ON24075. In MNL to 1864. Shares for sale 1861. Voyage Saspata to Liverpool, with dye woods, struck reef near Cartagena 28 May 1863, abandoned, crew saved. Vessel later re-floated. Now ON49139, registered Nassau, 228 tons, in MNL to 1915.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, January 01, 1842]:
Yesterday, the barque Speed, built by Mr. Williamson of Whitehaven, 170 tons, new admeasurement, was launched from the tongue, opposite our office. She was launched from the broadside, and finally entered the water in most imposing style, though some little difficulty was encountered in getting her off. [name given by Mr R Quiggin, timber merchant, registers 262 tons]

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Saturday 1 August 1863]:
CARTHAGENA, July 3. The Speed, of Whitehaven, Robinson, from Rio Hache, which was named as wrecked on the San Bernardo Islands on the 28th May, and was consequently sold by auction on the 1st June, anchored in this port on the 28th June. [struck by lightning, crew of 11, struck reef, abandoned, crew saved]

Built Cowie & Archibald, Douglas.

Iolanthe Yt 1862

Wooden yacht Iolanthe, built Cowie & Archibald, Douglas 1862, for Harry Bridson. Build details. ON44426. Registered Douglas 2/1862, 45 tons. In 1889 renamed Gwendoline. Destroyed by fire, Southampton, 25 March 1910.

[from Star Saturday 26 March 1910]:
YACHT DESTROYED BY FIRE. The yacht Gwendoline, belonging to Mr. H J Beazley, of Southampton, was burnt to the water's edge in the River Nest [sic, Test?] at Southampton last night. The vessel was fitting out, for a three months cruise.

Built William Qualtrough, Douglas.

Emu Sr 1865
Kangaroo Sr 1867
Yarra Yarra Sr 1870
William Berey Sr 1870
Gold Seeker Sr 1875
Phoenician Sr 1875
Pansy Sm 1893

Wooden schooner Emu, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1865, 51 tons, registered Douglas 3/1865. ON45471. Sailed from Port St Mary, Isle of Man for Moville, Ireland, with salt, on 17 December 1895, missing.

[from Manchester Evening News 19 November 1895]:
LIFEBOAT RESCUE OFF THE MANX COAST. half-past two o'clock this morning, during severe south-east gale, the schooner Emu, of Douglas, master Hawkins, from Runcorn to Moville, Loch Foyle, which left Liverpool yesterday, heavily laden with salt, went ashore in Castletown Bay. Signals of distress were sent up, the lifeboat was launched, and the crew of three were rescued. The Emu had experienced terrible weather in the Channel, and had her booms and spars taken away. She lies in a dangerous position, but may be saved. [refloated]

[from Isle of Man Times 11 January 1896]:
Feared Loss of the Schooner Emu. There is now little doubt that yet another shipping casualty must be added to the long list that marked the great gale recently. Three weeks ago, the fore-and-aft rigged schooner Emu, of Douglas, Hawkins master, owned Mr John Lewin, of Douglas, left Port St. Mary laden with salt, and bound for Mobile [sic, Moville], Lough Foyle. She has not since been heard of, and it is feared that she was blown by the gale into the Atlantic, and has foundered with all hands. Her crew numbered three.

Wooden schooner Kangaroo, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1867, 83 tons, ON45476, registered Douglas 1/1868. 18/06/1917 stopped and shelled by UC.51 when 20 miles south of Tuskar on passage Cardiff for Ballyhack with coal, 4 crew lost. More history

Wooden schooner Yarra Yarra, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1870, 63 tons, ON45477, registered Douglas 1/1870. By 1914, registered Castletown. Total wreck at Port Erin, Isle of Man, 11 February 1914, crew saved.

[from Peel City Guardian 14 February 1914]:
Wreck at Port Erin. - During the heavy gale on Wednesday morning the schooner Yarra Yarra, of Castletown, owned by Messrs Watterson, went ashore at Port Erin. The vessel, under the command of Capt. J Bridson, was bound from the Point of Air (Cheshire) to Castletown with 100 tons of coal. During Tuesday night the weather became so stormy that the sails were blown away and several of the spars lost. The Captain with great difficulty brought the vessel into Port Erin Bay and anchored inside the breakwater. The anchor, however, began to drag, and the crew, realising the impossibility of prevent her going ashore, got into the small boat, with as much of their belongings as they could gather, and made for the shore. On the way the small boat was upset, and the men precipitated into the water. They managed to reach the shore, but lost their clothes. They were taken in and well treated by the Port Erin people. The vessel went ashore close to the Baths, and is a total wreck.

Wooden schooner William Berey, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1870, 72 tons, registered Douglas 4/1871. ON45480. I-museum has a photo of her aground at Port St Mary 1905 (later refloated). Voyage Tyne to Dieppe, departed 13 November 1917, posted missing February 1918. More history

[from Western Times 21 February 1918]:
Vessels Missing and Much Overdue: Lloyds report that the .... and the ketch William Berey, Plymouth, 59 tons, Newcastle-on-Tyne for Dieppe, are considered "very much overdue."

Wooden schooner Gold Seeker, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1873, 82 tons, ON67283. Registered Douglas 3/1873. Auxiliary motor added 1926. In MNL to 1947. i-museum has a photograph of the hull of Gold Seeker, abandoned, circa 1953, near Appledore. More history

[from South Wales Daily Post 06 January 1947]:
A small auxiliary schooner appeared in distress in Mumbles Bay - the Gold Seeker - a tug later towed her into dock.

Wooden schooner Phoenician, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1875, 57 tons, registered Douglas 3/1875. ON67287. Latterly owned Mrs Qualtrough. Sunk in Queen's Channel, River Mersey on 7 November 1903.

Wooden ketch Pansy, built William Qualtrough, Douglas, IoM, 1893, 47 tons, registered Douglas 2/1893. ON95858. To Fleetwood 1919, 24 tons. Probably a FV. Register closed 1935.

Built John Vick, Douglas (also Vick & Milburn)

Pride Sm 1861
Governor Loch Sr 1865

Wooden smack Pride, built Vick & Milburn, Spittall's yard, Douglas Bridge, 1861, 73 tons. ON28707. Registered Douglas 6/1861, 75 tons. Owned Spittall. 1872 rigged as schooner. To Ramsey 3/1894. Register closed 1906. Voyages found Whitehaven to Ramsey, master Knean, to August 1906. Broken up 1906.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, January 30, 1861]:
There was launched on Saturday last, from the timber yard of Mr. Alex. Spittall, Douglas Bridge, a very fine clincher-built smack, named "The Pride of Douglas." She is the largest of the kind belonging to any port in the Island, being 73 tons register and 140 tons burthen, and her dimensions are: length, 69ft. 6.5 in; breadth, 20ft. 9in.; depth of hold, 10ft. When floating to her moorings on Monday, her beautiful model showed to advantage, and it is expected that when completed she will be one of the fastest clipper smacks afloat. The substantial and finished workmanship exhibited in her construction are all that can be desired, and reflect additional credit on the already well-earned reputation of her builders, Messrs. Vick and Milburn, ship carpenters, of this town.

[from Ramsey Courier, Friday, September 14, 1906]:
... at present this port possesses only a couple of oversea carrying craft representing a total carrying capacity of about 230 tons, the last two craft consigned to the bone-yard, being the schooner Pride and the smack Fayaway, the latter finishing her career simultaneously with her owner - the late Mr Robert Cowley. ...

Wooden schooner Governor Loch, built Vick, Douglas, 1865, owned James Coole. ON45472. 53 tons. To Jersey 1886-7. Voyage Portrieux to London, with potatoes, wrecked at Guernsey, 12 March 1887, crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, April 26, 1865]:
Yesterday (Tuesday) a fine modelled fore and aft schooner, built by Mr John Vick for Mr James Coole, merchant, was launched at this port. Her dimensions are: 56 feet keel; beam, 17 feet 0 inches; length overall 63 feet; 53 tons measurement; and 100 tons burthen. The vessel has been built of the best materials, and is copper-fastened. Judging by her appearance in the water she is likely to prove a fast sailer. She is intended for the coasting and foreign trades, and has been named "Governor Loch" in honour of our esteemed Lieut.-Governor. She will be commanded by Mr James Brew, a native of this town.

[from Jersey Express and Channel Islands Advertiser Tuesday, 15 March 1887]:
... the Governor Loch, Jersey schooner, Briard master, laden with potatoes, from Portrieux for London, has stranded on rocks outside of Guernsey harbour. Crew saved; vessel a total wreck. We hear that the Governor Loch ran upon the Castle breakwater during a snowstorm on Saturday night, and that the crew saved themselves by jumping from the vessel on to the breakwater.

Unknown or other builder at Douglas.

James Sm 1802
Mary & Ely Sm 1802
Jane & Mary Sm 1803
Queen Charlotte Sm 1803
Betsey Sm 1803
Charles Sm 1803
Margaret Sm 1811
Jonah Sm 1813
Ally & Nancy Sm 1815
Marquis Sm 1817
Prince Leopold Sm 1817
St Patrick Sm 1818
William Scott Sm 1820
Jessie Sm 1825
Tryall Sm 1825
James Holmes Sm 1825
Swift Sm 1826
Fame Sm 1826 (built Martin)
Columbine Sn 1826 (built Quirk)
Lightfoot Sm 1827
Pantaloon Bg 1827 (built Geneste)
Eleanor Sm 1828
Emily Cu 1828
Margarets Sm 1829
Douglas Bg 1829
Jane Sm 1830 (built Kneale)
Queen Adelaide Sm 1831
Phoenix Sm 1833
Ellen Sr 1834
Columbine Sm 1834 (built Carnaish)
Christiana Sr 1835
James Holmes Sm 1835 (built Oates)
Isabella Sr 1837
Falcon Sr 1838
Magnet Sr 1840
Rose Sr 1842 (built Archibald)
Gem Sr 1846
Jane Elizabeth Sm 1847 (built Sayle)
Humility Sm 1847 (built Archibald)
Ariel Sm 1859
Paroquet Sm 1860
Banshee Sm 1860
Express Sm 1861
Pioneer Sm 1861
Ada Wy/Sr 1865
Plimsoll Sm 1876
Favourite FV Lu 35t 1880 ON95753

Wooden smack James, built Douglas 1802, 31 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1821, 29/1825, 8/1827, 4/1828, to Newry 1838. Not then traced.

Wooden smack Mary & Ely, built Douglas 1802, 31 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1823, 7/1825 (24 tons), 1/1830 (28 tons), 6/1832 (31 tons). 2 April 1834, totally lost on St Bees Head, master Skillicorn.

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, April 11, 1834]:
We are sorry to hear of the loss of the smack Mary and Ely, of this port. She left here on Tuesday the 1st inst., and on the following morning got ashore near End Foot, to the southward of St. Bees Head. The crew and passengers saved; but the vessel has become nearly a total wreck. The loss of this smack appears very singular, the weather not being boisterous at the time.

Wooden smack Charles, built Douglas 1803, 37 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 4/1826, 4/1829, 25/1836 (25 tons). Voyages found to August 1837, with master Quayle, arriving Liverpool from IoM with wheat. Reported missing December 1837, possibly the vessel lost off Milford with 2 crew lost.

[from Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser Friday, 15 December 1837]:
Douglas. Dec. 12. Great doubts are entertained for the safety of the smack Charles, Quayle, of Castletown. No accounts have been received from the crew for many weeks past. [Possibly smack seen to founder off Milford Haven with 2 men aboard, wreckage with fragment "CHA" found]

Wooden smack Jane & Mary, built Douglas 1803, 30 tons. Registered Douglas 22/1811, 10/1824, 4/1825, 2/1827, 12/1830. SR reports lost, master Killy[sic, Kelly]. Collision off St Bees Head, 26 November 1831.

[from Lancaster Gazette Saturday 3 December 1831]:
LANCASTER, December 3. The Jane and Mary, Kelly (boat) left Whitehaven on Saturday afternoon about 4 o'clock, and at 10 p.m. fell in with the Prince of Wales, Little, from Dublin for Whitehaven, about ten miles wide of the St Bees Head. Though both vessels had lights up, they came in contact, and whilst along side of each other the crew of the Jane and Mary quitted their fragile craft lest she should have received some injury in the collision, and got on board the brig, and were brought into Whitehaven on the following morning. The Jane and Mary was not seen after her crew left her, nor has any tiding been received relative to her fate. [also described as a smack]

Wooden smack Queen Charlotte, built Douglas, IoM, 1803, 33 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 6/1823, 31/1825, 1/1833, 13/1836 (now 26 tons), 23/1840, to Douglas 4/1846. ON21901. SR reports: broken up about 3 years before 1872.

Wooden smack Betsey, built Douglas, IoM, 1803, 33 tons. Registered Peel 64/1825, Derbyhaven 18/1826, 3/1834 (40 tons), 15/1836 (28 tons), 21/1840, master J Quilliam. Voyage from Liverpool, with salt, sunk by collision between Loch Ryan and Ailsa Craig, 31 January 1841.

[from Dublin Monitor Saturday 13 February 1841]:
Collision at Sea. About half-past eight o'clock Sunday night last, the smack Lune, Pearson, of Ulverston, from Glasgow to Ulverston, with a general cargo, got foul of the Betsey, Quilliam, of Castletown (from Liverpool with salt), off the Craig of Ailsa, during a squall accompanied with snow, when the Betsey sunk instantly, and the Lune had her bowsprit and topmast carried away, and suffered other trifling damage. The crew of the Betsey got on board the Lune with much difficulty, and some of them totally naked. Both masters agree in saying the collision was purely accidental, and no party to blame.

Wooden smack Jonah, built Douglas, IoM, 1813, 30 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 9/1824. Voyages found with master Karran to April 1826, trading Douglas to Liverpool. SR reports: wrecked on the Banks at Liverpool, October 1826.

Wooden smack Ally & Nancy (also Alley & Nancy), built Douglas 1815, 30 tons. Registered Douglas 5/1822, 2/1826, 23/1836, 24 tons, ON21908, in MNL to 1870, owned Kaighen, Castletown. Voyages found to March 1869, master Lowery. SR reports: broken up.

Wooden smack Marquis, built Douglas 1817, 46 tons. Registered Wigtown, owned Isle of Whithorn, June 1817, owned Marquis. Re-registered Stranraer 1837, owned in Drummore, listed as only 16 tons, but 41 x 13 ft. 1840 sold to Graves of Peel. December 1840, arrived Liverpool from Drummore, master McMillan. Wrecked after 1841.

Wooden smack Prince Leopold, built Douglas 1817, 32 tons. Registered Douglas 2/1817, Peel 12/1825. Voyage IoM to Poulton, ashore near the Wyre, September 1833, crew saved.

[from Lloyd's List Friday 4 October 1833]:
Lancaster, 1st Oct. The Prince Leopold, Halsall, from the Isle of Man to Poulton, got on shore on the Red Wharfe, near the Wyre, a few days since. The principal part of the cargo was discharged, and she soon went to pieces. Materials saved.

Wooden smack St Patrick, built Douglas 1818, 34 tons. Registered Douglas 13/12882, 2/1824, 5/1829, owned by coal merchants. SR reports: stranded in September 1833, totally destroyed, master Craine (Crane on newspapers).

Wooden smack Robert Steuart, built Douglas 1819, 60 tons, Registered Douglas 8/1819, 37/1825, broken up 1833. Master Creer/Craer, voyages found to January 1833, trading Whitehaven to Douglas. .

Wooden smack William Scott, built Douglas 1820, 38 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1821, 31/1825, 8/1826, 1/1833. Lost off Whitehaven with all 4 crew and 4 passengers, 21 October 1834.

[from Dublin Observer Saturday 1 November 1834]:
Whitehaven, Thursday. On Tuesday last, the smack William Scott, Gelling, sailed from hence for the Isle of Man. During the afternoon, the wind veered to the west, blowing a heavy gale, and she put back too early the next evening. It is supposed she must have struck the ground and immediately gone to pieces, she was a slender vessel, and every soul on board, eight or nine, perished. At day light in the morning, very little of the wreck was to be seen; a bundle or two was picked up on the beach and recognised as belonging to one of the female passengers. The body of the captain has since been washed shore near Parton.

[from Southern Reporter and Cork Commercial Courier Tuesday 4 November 1834]:
Melancholy Shipwreck. An old fishing smack, named the William Scott, which had traded for nearly twenty years [sic] between Whitehaven and Douglas, went down on Tuesday week, and all on board, consisting of eight persons, perished, Paul Gelling, the master, and three of the crew; three female passengers named Ann Coole, Elizabeth Cowle, and Margaret Callow, all residents of the Isle of Man, and a youth belonging to Douglas, whose Christian name was Robert, but whose surname is unknown. [crew: James Lewthwaite, John Quilliam, Thomas Cowle]

Wooden smack(yawl) Jessie, built Douglas, 1825. 34 tons. Registered Douglas 9/1825, 4/1849, 10/1850, 41 tons, 18/1856, 8/1861, 34 tons. Owned G Torrance. ON21903. In LR 1842-6 (sparse). Voyage Laxey to Llanelly, loading ore at Laxey, master J Hudson/Hodgson, driven ashore 23 March 1866. Crew saved.

[from Commercial Daily List (London) Wednesday, 28 March 1866]:
Wrecked: The Jessie (smack) was driven on Laxey beach, with 40 tons copper ore.

Wooden smack Tryall, built Douglas 1825, 32 tons. Registered Douglas 20/1825, 30/1825. Wrecked near Donaghadee 19 February 1833, crew saved. Master and owner John Milburn.

[from Carlisle Patriot Saturday 16 March 1833]:
The Tryall, Milburn, of Douglas, was wrecked on the rocks to the northward of Donaghadee harbour on the 19th ult., crew saved.

Wooden smack James Holmes, built Douglas, Isle of Man, 1825. 53 tons. Registered Douglas 28/1825. Owners include timber merchant Quiggin. Later 2/1830. Traded Liverpool - Douglas (fleet shown below). Last voyage with master Brew, February 1832. Then with master Gelling to October 1833. Reported broken up at Douglas 14 February 1834.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday 15 March 1832]:
The DOUGLAS, ISLE of MAN & LIVERPOOL Shipping Company. The above Company beg to inform the Public, that the following Vessels will form a LINE of TRADERS to sail weekly, full or not, between the above Ports,
Smack ELEANOR, Capt. Quayle
Schooner ELIZA, Capt. Griffiths
Smack JAMES HOLMES, Capt. Brew.
Smack MONA CASTLE, Capt. Voast.
...

Wooden smack Swift, built Douglas, Isle of Man, 1827. 36 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1826, Peel 3/1828, owned by fishermen.

Wooden smack Fame, built Thomas Martin, Douglas, Isle of Man, 1826. 66 tons. Registered Douglas 10/1826, 66 tons; 10/1834; 21/1836. 51 tons. Lost, with all hands, in hurricane of 7 January 1839.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, January 19, 1839]:
Just as we were going to press, we were informed that the stern of the smack Fame belonging to Douglas, for whose safety so much fear has been entertained, has been washed up at Blackpool, on the coast of Lancashire. We also regret to add that the Mona Castle and Earl of Surrey have become total wrecks.

Wooden snow Columbine, built Douglas, Isle of Man, 1826. Lloyds survey quotes builder Quirk. Reported, as new brig, sailing from Douglas for Liverpool, master Fenton, with mail, 18 October 1836. Master Fenton died 2 October 1828 Gulf of Lepanto. Registered London 221/1840, 176 tons; then Sunderland 29/1843, 166 tons. Voyage Cadiz to London, with wine, stranded Sesimbra, near Setubal, 13 August 1850, crew saved.

[from Manx Rising Sun, Saturday, October 07, 1826]:
The brig Columbine was successfully launched on Monday last. She appears a well built vessel of about 200 tons, and is the first of that magnitude we believe, which has been built in this Island. From the exclusive advantages which we enjoy in ship-building, it will probably become a favoured site for that art. The slight tax which is here imposed on timber, and the reduced price of labour, must be materially felt by those who would build ships in this Island; and all vessels built here enjoy the same licence and advantage as British-built shipping. [built near the Bath gardens, launched into the sea, then towed into harbour]

[from Morning Herald (London) Monday 26 August 1850]:
I am sorry to have report that the British brig Columbine, of Sunderland, Luckley master, bound from Cadiz to London, with wines, was stranded at Cezimbra, near St. Ubes, on the 13th. The master and crew are all safe, and a great part if not the whole of the cargo will be saved; but it is feared that there is but little chance of getting the vessel off. It was, and had been for some days before, blowing a tremendous gale from the northward and westward.

Wooden smack Lightfoot, built Douglas, IoM, 1827, 35 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1827, 8/1828, 7/1829, 9/1836, 25 tons, to Wigtown 1838. Then not traced.

Wooden brig Pantaloon, built Douglas, IoM, 1827, 121 tons. Reported built from Geneste's yard (in a 1831 map this was alongside Winram'syard). Advertised July 1828, sailing from Liverpool to St John's, NFDL, master Walker. Last voyage found with master Smith: arrived Liverpool from Demerara, September 1835. Voyage from Africa to Liverpool, master Peel, lost Cameroons, 5 June 1836.

[from Manx Sun, Tuesday, August 14, 1827]:
On Friday last, a fine new brig, the Pantaloon, was launched from the slip in Mr. Geneste's yard. The advantage which this Island possesses, both in the prices of labour and of ship timber, which enables it to build at two or three pounds a ton lower than in England, we hope will lead to an extension in this valuable branch of trade.

[from Liverpool Albion Monday, 3 October 1836]:
Pantaloon, Peel, from Africa for this port, was totally lost on the 5th June, at the mouth of the Camaroons. Crew saved.

Wooden smack Eleanor, built Douglas, 1828, 53 tons. Registered Douglas 14/1828. Also 17/1839, 42 tons, ON1131, Wrecked off Bradda Head, near Castletown, Isle of Man, 11 October 1861. Crew of 3 saved.

[from Morning Herald (London) Wednesday 16 October 1861]:
DOUGLAS (Isle of Man). Oct. 12. The Eleanor, smack, of this port, drove on the rocks at Bradda Head, where she was discharging on the night of Oct. 10. and has become a total wreck; crew saved.

Wooden cutter Emily, built Douglas, 1828, 33 tons. Registered Douglas 6/1828. To Belfast 1833. Then not traced.

Wooden smack Margarets, built Douglas, 1829, 38 tons. Registered Douglas 6/1829, then 5/1837, 30 tons, 13/1840, 15/1846, 13/1847. Broken up 1855.

Wooden snow Douglas, built Douglas, 1829, 121 tons. By 1830 owned Newcastle, lengthened at S Shields. Voyage Havre to Baltic, stranded near Thisted 10 May 1832, crew saved. More history.

[from Lloyd's List Tuesday, 22 May 1832]:
The following Vessels were stranded near Thisted previous to the 13th instant: viz. Concord, England, London, Crew and part of the materials saved. Woodhall, Burlington, Newcastle to St. Petersburg: two of the Crew saved. Douglas, Trail, Havre to the Baltic, Crew and part the materials saved. [brig Douglas of Newcastle]

Wooden smack Jane, built John Kneale, Douglas, IoM, 1830, 33 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1830, 8/1833, then 6/1836, described as galliot, 21 tons. Then 10/1845, broken up 1847.

Wooden smack Queen Adelaide, built Douglas, IoM, 1831, 30 tons. Registered Douglas 5/1831, to Inverness 11/1834, 29 tons. Voyages from Inverness found to 1843.

Wooden smack Phoenix, built Douglas, IoM, 1833, 61 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1833, 1/1836 (51 tons), 18/1839. SR report lost at sea, after 1840, master Quine. Voyages with master Quine found to June 1842.

Wooden schooner Ellen, built Douglas, IoM, 1834, 53 tons. Registered Bridgwater 12/1846, 56 tons. ON10889. In MNL to 1872 owned Mrs Croker, Bridgewater, 53 tons. Voyage Bridgwater to Dublin, with bricks, abandoned after striking Arklow Bank, crew of 4 saved, 3 May 1872.

[from London Evening Standard Tuesday, 7 May 1872]:
CARNARVON, May 5. The Eleanor, Thomas, from Cherbourg, landed the crew of the Ellen, of Bridgwater, for Dublin, that vessel having struck twice on Arklow Bank, and afterwards filled.

Wooden smack Columbine, built Douglas, Isle of Man, 1834, 46 tons. Builder transcribed from SR as John Carnaish. Sailed from Douglas to Ramsey 13 February 1835. Registered Douglas 1/1835, 46 tons, 26/1836. Reported at Waterford July 1841, 34 tons, master Woods. Last voyage found, with master Woods, arriving Londonderry from Troon, with coal, 25 April 1842. Lost on passage from Glasgow to Ireland. Not in MNL.

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, March 27, 1835]:
It affords us pleasure to state, that the new smack Columbine, of this port, which sailed from Ramsey for Glasgow a few weeks ago. arrived in our harbour on Saturday last, notwithstanding the numerous reports of her having been lost together with all hands.

Wooden schooner Christiana, built Douglas, 1835. Owned Torrance. Registered Douglas 10/1835, 39 tons; 1/1848, 30 tons, rebuilt 1855, registered 7/1855, 47 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1861, 50 tons. ON 21993. Broken up 1899.

Wooden smack James Holmes, built Robert Oates, Douglas, 1835. Owned Cain & Curphey. Registered Douglas 2/1835, 37 tons; 17/1836, 1/1845, 30 tons. ON1907. Voyage Ireland to Ramsey, in ballast, wrecked Rhyl, 7 March 1858.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, February 20, 1835]:
On Tuesday last a fine smack, the property of Mr. Jas. Cain and Mr. K. Curphey, was launched from a small building yard adjoining the Howe brewery South Quay. She is named the James Holmes, and is about 45 tons register.

[from Lloyd's List Monday, 8 March 1858]:
Liverpool 7 March. The JAMES HOLMES, of Castletown, was driven on shore this morning near Rhyl; crew saved. [sloop, bound Ireland to Ramsey, in ballast]

Wooden schooner Isabella, built Douglas, 1837 [LR gives 1838], 40 tons. For sale 1841, registered Chester. By 1848 owned Griffiths, Caernarfon. Probably ON4107, registered Caernarfon, 16/1841, then 13/1845; by 1857, registered Dublin 7/1856, 44 tons. In MNL to 1857.

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday 17 August 1841]:
Sale... The Schooner ISABELLA, of Chester, Burthen 80 tons, built at Douglas, Isle of Man, of the very best materials, in the year 1837. This vessel is a very desirable one, suitable for the coasting trade, and may be sent to sea at a light expense

Wooden schooner Falcon, built Douglas, 1838, 41 tons. Registered Maryport 6/1838, for sale 1841, Dumfries 1855, Caernarfon 1863. ON16906. In MNL to 1869, owned Roberts, Barmouth, 38 tons. Voyage N Wales to Irvine, with slates, ashore near Girvan, 13 January 1869.

[from Cumberland Pacquet, and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser Tuesday 26 October 1841]:
Sale... All that good Schooner, or Vessel, called the FALCON, of Maryport aforesaid, with all her Materials as she now lies in the Harbour of Maryport aforesaid, Burthen per Register 41 Tons, New Measurement, and whereof John Foster was late Master. The said Vessel was built in Douglas, in the Isle of Man, in March 1838; carries 26 Waggons of Coals, sails remarkably fast, and is well adapted for the Coasting Trade. ...

[from Edinburgh Evening Courant Monday, 18 January 1869]:
Ayr, Jan. 14. The Falcon, of Carnarvon, Roberts, bound to Irvine with slates, got on the Brest Rock four miles north of Girvan, yesterday, but is expected to be towed off without serious damage.

Wooden schooner Magnet, built Douglas 1840, 50 tons. For sale, of Stromness, 1846. Registered Kirkwall 5/1841, 50 tons, reported lost 1850

[from John o' Groat Journal Friday 15 May 1846]:
SCHOONER FOR SALE The fast-sailing schooner MAGNET of Stromness, of the Measurement of 50 Tons, N.M.; built at Douglas, Isle of Man, in 1840. Length, 52 feet 6 in.; Breadth, 14 feet 9 in.; Depth, 8 feet 2 in. - was purchased by the Leith & Stromness Shipping Company, for a Packet, in 1841, and has ever since been in that employ; and is now to be Sold, in consequence of a larger vessel being required .....

Wooden schooner Rose, built John Hogg, Lake, Douglas, 1842, 52 tons. SR states builder as Caesar Archibald - presumably from Hogg's coal-yard. Registered Douglas 5/1842, 4/1845. ON15939. SR states owned J B Milburn. Voyage Douglas to Whitehaven, wrecked off St Bees Head, 4 February 1862, crew of 4 saved.

[from Manxman, Wednesday, March 23, 1842]:
Last week, a fine new schooner, of fifty-two tons register, christened the Rose, and built by Mr. John Hogg, coal merchant, of this town, was launched from the Lake ship-building yard. She will, very likely, trade between this port and Whitehaven, being of a tonnage to carry license goods.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, February 08, 1862]:
On Tuesday night the schooner Rose, of this port, Boyne master, went ashore near St. Bees' Head, whilst on her voyage from Douglas to Whitehaven, laden with hay. She speedily became a total wreck, but fortunately all the crew were saved. The Rose was the property of Messrs. Hogg and Co, of this town.

Wooden smack Gem, built Douglas, IoM, 1846, 51 tons. Registered Dublin 32/1846, 49 tons, owned Palgrave. Master Hogan, described as of Skerries. Last voyage found: Glasgow to Tralee, departing 19 October 1849.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday, 9 April 1846]:

Wooden smack Jane Elizabeth, built Robert Sayle, Douglas, IoM, 1847, 35 tons. Registered Douglas 11/1847, then Ramsey 3/1849, then 2/1852. Master Gawne. ON6445. Broken up 1871.

Wooden smack Humility, built Caesar Archibald, Douglas, 1847, 41 tons. Registered Douglas 9/1847. To Dublin 1854. ON18916. Owned Skerries. Broken up 1875.

Wooden smack Ariel, built Douglas, 1859, 48 tons. Owned Robert Quiggin. Registered Douglas 5/1859. ON27251. To Dublin 1860. Reported in SR as sold as a wreck at Dublin 1891. Registered Caernarfon 1894-1896, owned Williams, ketch, 42 tons. Voyage Swansea to NI, leaving Killough, struck Water Rock, 6 October 1896, crew of 3 saved.

[from London Evening Standard Thursday, 8 October 1896]:
Ariel (ketch) of Carnarvon, from Swansea to Killyleigh, struck the Water Rock at the entrance to Killough harbour, and will probably become a total wreck, crew saved. [Oct 6, master Hughes, crew of 3 saved in ship's boat]

Wooden smack Paroquet (also Paraquet), built Douglas, IoM, 1860, 33 tons. Registered Douglas 8/1860, yawl rig 1880, broken up 1893, when described as a trawler.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, July 21, 1860]:
A FINE CLIPPER SMACK, named the Paraquet, of 50 tons, intended to be used us a "fresh buyer" or carrier of fish to the English market, was successfully launched from the Lake on Thursday.

Wooden smack Banshee, built Douglas, IoM, 1860, 55 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1860. Owned Kelly. ON27257. Wrecked off Groudle, Isle of Man on 13 January 1877.

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday 20 January 1877]:
Wreck of a Douglas Vessel. The Crew Saved. On Saturday morning news reached Douglas to the effect that a Douglas smack, called the Banshee, Hilton, master, the property of Mr J. D. Rogers, had gone ashore at Groudle Bay, and that all the crew had been drowned. Notwithstanding the news of the loss of the crew, the Rocket Brigade and a posse of police proceeded by land to the scene of the wreck; and the John Turner Turner lifeboat, under Mr Cornish, the newly-appointed coxswain, was also very soon on the way. The lifeboat reached Groudle Bay first, and found the vessel on the rocks. Fortunately, however, the crew were saved. It appears that the Banshee left Douglas for Laxey on Saturday week, in ballast. Owing to the unfavourable weather, however, the vessel could not make Laxey beach, and had to proceed to Ramsey. The weather being fine, she left Ramsey on Friday night, to make another effort to get into Laxey, but a stiff breeze coming on the attempt was again ineffectual, and she proceeded on towards Douglas. When off Groudle Bay, she missed stays, and, notwithstanding the efforts of the crew, she went ashore on the north point of Groudle Bay. The lifeboat got back to Douglas at three o'clock. The crew of the Banshee succeeded in getting ashore in their own boat. The storm continued on Sunday, and the Banshee went to pieces.

Wooden smack Express, built Douglas, IoM, 1861, 56 tons. Registered Douglas 13/1861. Owned Robert Quiggin. ON28710. To Ramsey 2/1863. To Dublin 1873. In MNL to 1920, owned Eadie, Stranraer. Ashore near Cairnryan, 27 March 1919, cargo scrap iron, crew saved.

[from Lloyd's List Friday, 28 March 1919]:
Express (sv) Stranraer March 27. Smack, Express of Dublin, cargo scrap iron, is ashore at Cairnryan, leaky. .... ashore 300 yards north of station, crew safe and standing by vessel.

Wooden smack Pioneer, built Douglas, IoM, 1861, 30 tons. Registered Douglas 1/1862. 2 masts. ON29605. Owned Henry Graves. to Fowey 1884, then Bideford by 1900. Voyage Clovelly to Bideford, light, ashore on North Tail, crew saved, 14 December 1902.

[from North Devon Herald Thursday 18 December 1902]:
Appledore. VESSEL ASHORE - LIFEBOAT LAUNCHED. Hundreds of people were congregated on the hill watching a vessel trying to come in over the Bar, on Sunday afternoon. After various manoeuvrings in a strong gale and heavy sea, the vessel being light and driven too far to leeward, would not come round or in other words "missed stays" and consequently drifted about 3 o' clock on the North Tail, a sandy bank opposite Appledore near the Braunton light, before her sails could catch the wind. Rockets were immediately fired calling the lifeboat and the Jane Hannah Macdonald was immediately launched from Badstep and hurried to the rescue. Meanwhile the vessel had been washed well up and the crew were able to wade ashore. The vessel proved to be the sixty-ton smack, Pioneer, Capt Bloomfield, of Bideford and was returning from Clovelly where she had discharged coal. She had experienced a very rough buffeting in broken water, the seas making a clean breach over her. The crew of four were brought across to Appledore where their wants were attended to by Mr T H Kelly hon secretary of the Shipwrecked Mariner's Society.

Wooden wherry/schooner Ada, built Douglas, IoM, 1865, 35 tons. Registered Douglas 5/1865. 2 masts. ON45473. Part owned Curphey, the bridge, Douglas, so possibly built by them. Voyage to Birkenhead, with mineral sand, leaky and beached on Jordan Flats, 19 February 1877, crew of 3 saved.

[from Liverpool Courier and Commercial Advertiser Tuesday 20 February 1877]:
A SCHOONER SUNLK ON THE JORDAN FLATS: THE CREW 1N JEOPARDY. About eight o'clock yesterday morning, information reached the Prince's Landing-stage that a small schooner, named the Ada, of Douglas, and bound for Birkenhead, was aground on the Jordan Flats; and shortly afterwards a second report was received stating that the crew, consisting of the master (John Kelly) and William Stowell and Joseph Clucas, had taken to their own boat, the schooner being firmly stuck on the bank. It was blowing very strongly at the time, and as the flood tide rendered their position extremely dangerous, the Formby lifeboat put off and rescued the men. They were landed at Formby, whence they proceeded to the Sailors' Home, where every attention was paid to their wants, The schooner became a total wreck soon after she was abandoned by her crew. It appeared that she was laden with mineral sand, and that during her voyage she sprang a leak, which resisted the efforts of the men to stop, owing to the pump becoming choked. In this dilemma the master, it is stated, resorted to the extremity of running her ashore. The owner of the vessel is Mr. William Curphey, of Douglas. Plimsoll Sm 1876

Wooden smack Plimsoll, built Douglas, IoM, 1876, 37 tons. Registered Douglas 2/1876. ON62720. 1878 mizen mast added. 1905 to Belfast. By 1907 to Sligo, ketch 27 tons, In MNL to 1913, owned Coulter, Donegal.

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Built Castletown.

John Moore
Thomas Boyd
James Coole
Unknown or other

Built John Moore.

Venus Sm 1839
Castletown Sm 1840
Cyclops Sr 1848
Uncle Tom Sm 1853

Wooden smack Venus, built John Moore, Castletown, IoM, 1839, 41 tons, ON 23873 [from Derbyhaven SR]. Registered Derbyhaven 3/1839. Voyage Maryport to Douglas, with coal, abandoned 11 December 1874, crew of 3 saved.

[from Barrow Times Saturday 19 December 1874]:
ABANDONMENT OF AN ISLE OF MAN SMACK. The Glasgow and Liverpool steamer, Penguin, Captain Kerr, arrived in the Mersey, on Friday evening, (being several hours overdue) with the captain and crew (two in number) of the smack Venus, belonging to Douglas, Isle of Man, and bound thither from Maryport, with coals. The three persons were picked ten miles south-east of the point of Ayr, having abandoned the smack, which was in the gale early in the morning, and was believed to be going down. A very heavy sea was running at the time the Penguin came upon the boat, and the little craft narrowly escaped being run down. The smack was abandoned about one o'clock, and the crew were rescued about 7 hours later.

Wooden smack Castletown, built John Moore, Castletown, 1840, 37 tons, Registered Derbyhaven 22/1840, 14/1842, 14/1846, 5/1848. Voyage Liverpool to Castletown, took shelter at Whitehaven but driven ashore near Quay, 1 March 1849, crew saved; broken up.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, March 10, 1849]:
The smack Castletown, Creech, of Castletown, from Liverpool, was wrecked on the 1st instant outside the Old Quay, Whitehaven; crew saved. [master Wm Creetch in SR]

Wooden schooner Cyclops, built John Moore, Castletown IoM, 1848, for Thomas Boyd. Registered Derbyhaven 4/1849, 50 tons. ON8701. In MNL to 1864. SR reports, 21/9/1863, missing on voyage from Douglas to Helmsdale with salt, and then to Norway.

[from Manx Sun, Wednesday, December 20, 1848]:
On Thursday last, a handsome schooner, register 51 tons, was launched into Castletown harbour, at tide time. She went off beautifully into her destined element amid the cheers of hundreds of spectators. Her name is the Cyclops (one of Vulcan's workmen). She was built for Mr. Thomas Boyd, blacksmith, by Mr. John Moore, to whom she does credit, being the first carvel-built vessel he has launched.

Wooden smack (2 masts) Uncle Tom, built John Moore, Castletown IoM, 1853. Registered Douglas 23/1853, 36 tons. ON17969. Voyages found with master Cowley to February 1884. SR reports reg closed 1885, owned Brown, Castletown.

Built Thomas Boyd, Castletown.

Bessy, dandy, 1862.10, 36 tons, ON44430, built Boyd, owned Corlett. Rebuilt 1910, ketch, 60 tons, 26 hp screw motor, sunk by U91, 1918.
Mary Jane Sr 1862
Thomas Sm 1863
Aid Sm 1863
Ocean Gem Sr 1864
Kate Sr 1865

Wooden schooner Mary Jane, built Thomas Boyd, Castletown, 1862, 47 tons, ON18467. Launched January. Registered Ramsey 2/1862. Sold as a wreck 12/1888, then repaired. Registered Ramsey 3/1889. Voyage Whitehaven to Ramsey, with coal, ashore near Ramsey, 18 February 1897.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, January 29, 1862]:
Castletown: A very fine schooner was launched from Mr. Thomas Boyd's building yard on Saturday last. As this was the first vessel of any size which has been launched broadside into the harbour, a very large concourse of persons were present to witness the novel scene At one o'clock the vessel glided majestically into her native element, and was christened by her owner the "Mary Jane." She is decidedly a handsome craft, has fine lines, with great carrying capacity, and is well adapted for the coasting trade, for which she is intended. She does great credit to Mr Boyd, who designed her, and to Mr. John Moore, the builder, and is the best specimen of ship building which has as yet been turned out of Castletown.

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday 20 February 1897]:
Schooner Ashore at Ramsey. Total Wreck - The Crew Saved - About eight o'clock on Thursday morning the schooner Mary Jane, of Ramsey (Anderson, master), was noticed to be in a dangerous position close to the shore near the Dog Mills, Bride, and a few minutes afterwards struck the ground, the crew of two coming ashore in their boat. It appears that the Mary Jane left Whitehaven about two o'clock on Wednesday afternoon, with a cargo of 78 tons of coal, bound for Ramsey. The captain states that they experienced head winds all the way. The weather was fine, and they made Ramsey Bay about 7-30 a.m. She made several tacks, and, whilst staying about eight o'clock, the helm gave way. The schooner at once missed stays and drifted towards the shore. The crew, seeing their danger let go their anchor, but before it could hold, the vessel struck the ground, and at once began to fill with water. The crew of two men, namely: John James Anderson (owner and master), Port Moar, and John Cowley, Laxey, then took to their boat, and landed upon the beach just under the Dog Mills. They lost all their effects. Mr Cannell, Balladoole, took the men to his farm and treated them kindly, and afterwards took them in his trap to Ramsey. The cargo was insured, but the vessel not. The captain puts his loss down at about £100. When the tide ebbed, a number of carts were engaged taking her cargo away. She is expected to become a total wreck.

Wooden smack Thomas, built Thomas Boyd, Castletown, 1863. Registered Castletown 1/1863. 37 tons. ON47276. Explosion and fire, from cargo of naphtha, in Liverpool Dock, 17 September 1877, captain died.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, May 09, 1863]:
CASTLETOWN AND DISTRICT. A new smack of about 60 tons burthen, built by Mr Boyde[sic] for the coasting trade, was successfully launched on Tuesday last. She was named Thomas, that being the Christian name of her four owners. [surname Clague of principal owners]

[from Liverpool Weekly Courier Saturday, 22 September 1877]:
EXPLOSION AND FIRE ON A SMACK IN DOCK. On Monday an explosion of naphtha took place on board a smack lying, in the Herculaneum Dock, the result of which, it is feared, will be attended with fatal consequences to one, if not two, of her crew. It appears that the smack Thomas, commanded by Thomas Curran, from Castletown, Isle of Man, was lying at the north end of the dock, loaded with 214 barrels of naphtha. She was to have sailed the next day for Whitehaven, and, had the tide served, another craft would have taken up the berth next to her to receive a cargo of petroleum. Shortly after eight o'clock, the captain and one man being below, and another on deck, an explosion took place, which must have been due to the vapour of the naphtha escaping and coming in contact with a light. ... In the explosion William M'Laughlin, aged 48 years, was blown into the water from where he was standing on the deck. In his fall a spar struck him on the leg, which fractured his left ankle. Then, according to his account, he sank in the dock till he touched the bottom. but rose again to the surface and struck out to swim. Fortunately a boat came to his rescue just as he was about to sink and landed him on shore. The captain, who has a wife and child, and whose brother is a member of the Liverpool borough police force, was most severely injured by being burnt over the whole of the body. His clothes caught fire, and he was quite unconscious when rescued from the burning vessel. The third man is Thomas Bridson, aged 19, and he also is a great sufferer, being frightfully burnt about the arms and face. ..... The captain, Thomas Corran, aged thirty years, who resided at Castletown, Isle of Man, where he leaves a wife and three children, succumbed to his injuries on Wednesday morning. [other 2 recovering]

Wooden smack Aid built Thomas Boyd, Castletown 1863, 41 tons. ON47280, registered Castletown 2/1864, ketch 1896, to Newry 1900, reg closed 1902. More history

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, October 21, 1863]:
On Thursday a very handsome smack of 50 tons burden was launched from Mr. Thomas Boyd's building yard at the Bridge, Castletown, in the presence of a large number of spectators. The vessel, as she glided broadside into her native element, was greeted with loud cheers and was christened by Captain Cubbon: "The Aid." Mr. Boyd is laying down a similar vessel and a fore and aft schooner, all for this port,

Wooden dandy/schooner Ocean Gem, built Thomas Boyd, Castletown, 1864. Registered Castletown 4/1864, 37 tons. ON47281, to Douglas 4/1869, to Castletown 1878, rebuilt Port St Mary 1882, schooner 51 tons, to Dumfries 1891. In 1922 at Barnstaple, with auxiliary motor. Voyages, bringing coal to Barnstaple, found to 1934. Register closed 1935.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, April 27, 1864]:
A handsome eliptic stern smack, of about 75 tons burthen, was launched from Mr Boyd's building-yard on Friday. She glided off the ways into her native element in splendid style in the presence of a large concourse of spectators. The christening ceremony was performed by the wife of Captain Cubbon, one of the owners, and was greeted with a hearty round of cheers. The vessel's name is the Ocean Gem.

Wooden schooner Kate, built Thomas Boyd, Castletown, 1865. Registered Castletown 3/1866, 40 tons. ON54901, to Westport 1890, reg closed 1909. More history

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, December 06, 1865]:
A handsome fore-and-aft schooner was launched from Mr Thos. Boyd's building-yard, the Bridge, Castletown, on Saturday morning. A large concourse of persons assembled, and the vessel glided broadside into her native element, amid loud cheers, being christened "Kate", by one of the owners. She is intended for the coasting and fruit trade.

Built James Coole, Castletown.

Progress Sr 1878

Wooden schooner Progress, built James Coole, Castletown, 1878, 78 tons, ON78217. Launched February 1878 by Coole & Qualtrough. Lloyds archive gives built Coole. Registered Castletown 3/1878. Broken up 1947. Manx i-Museum has a photograph of a model.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, February 10, 1877]:
Castletown: The shipbuilding premises of Mr Robert Cain have been taken by Mr James Coole, shipbuilder, of Port St Mary, who will immediately lay down a fine schooner for this port.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, October 17, 1877; ]:
Castletown: Sir James Coole has a schooner nearly ready for launching in the yard, Hope-st. Before laying down the vessel he was given to understand that the deepening necessary above the bridge to enable him to build in Castletown would be done. As yet there is not the slightest appearance of its being commenced.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, February 23, 1878]:
Castletown: LAUNCH OF A SCHOONER. A handsome schooner of 135 tons burden, built by Messrs Coole and Qualtrough, was successfully launched on Wednesday from the yard at Hope-street. The ceremony of christening was gracefully performed by Miss Davidson, and the vessel glided off the ways amid the cheers of a large concourse of spectators. The schooner is named the Progress, and will be commanded by Capt. John Corlett.

Builder unknown or other, Castletown (and Derbyhaven).

Rolling Bannock Sm 31t 1793 wrecked near Parton 1834, all 3 crew lost.
Dasher Sm 1802
Bella Sm 1804
Rachel & Jane Sm 1814
Lady Gordon Sm 1823
Lovely Lass Sm 1826 (built Clague)
Lady of the Lake Sm 1830
Duchess of Kent Sm 1841 (built Dugg & Keny)
Vulcan Sm 1845
Daisy Sm 1853
Flower Sm 1854
Mermaid Sm 1856
Laurel Sm 1857 (built Cain/Moore)
Pearl Sm 1859
Mary Jane Sm 1860
Vivency Sm 1861 (built Cain)
Bessie Sm 1862
Midsummer Dy 1865 (built Clague)
Olive reg Castletown 7/1863, FV, dandy 22t 1863 ON47279, lost 21 March 1873 off Kinsale
Victor dandy, 23 tons, 1865, ON47285, reg closed 1900
Violet Sr 1866
Lydia Sr 1867

Wooden smack Dasher, built Derbyhaven 1802, 32 tons, owned Boustead of Whitehaven. Registered Derbyhaven 4/1802, 6/1824, 6/1833 (now 30 tons), 10/1836, 14/1839 (now 19 tons). Voyage from Whitehaven, with coal, wrecked and broken up at Derbyhaven, 5 February 1841, crew saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, February 13, 1841]:
Yesterday evening week, the smack Dasher, of Derbyhaven, from Whitehaven, with a cargo of coals, was put ashore at the former place, and has since gone to pieces. The crew were happily saved. [master Henry Taubman]

Wooden smack Bella, built Castletown 1804, 30 tons, To Newry 1825.

Wooden smack Rachel & Jane, built Castletown 1814, 30 tons, Registered Derbyhaven 8/1814, 29/1825, master John Craige. SR states: lost on Dutton[sic, Duddon] Sands, Sunday 5 January 1829.

[from Morning Post Friday, 16 January 1829]:
Whitehaven Jan 13. ... A smack-rigged vessel was seen to go down off Black Comb last week. [Black Combe overlooks Duddon Sands]

Wooden smack Lady Gordon, built Castletown 1823, 30 tons, Registered Derbyhaven 7/1823, 16/1825 (now 20 tons), 15/1840, 4/1842, 1/1843 (24 tons), 1/1852. ON21954. Voyages found, with master Curwen, then Cubbon, from Whitehaven (or Maryport) to Castletown (or Dublin) with coal, to May 1867. Broken up 1867.

Wooden smack Lovely Lass, built Richard Clague, Derbyhaven, 1826, 32 tons, Registered Derbyhaven 3/1827, 2/1835, 36/1836, 8/1838, then Douglas 11/1845 (29 tons), 20/1853, ON21903. In MNL to 1863. Voyages with master Kneen found to 1857, when he was charged with stealing - not proven 1858. Then master Cowley, then Shimmin, to 1862. SR states broken up (no date).

Wooden smack Lady of the Lake, built Castletown 1830, 38 tons, Registered Derbyhaven 6/1839, 8/1836 (23 tons), to Newry 8/1842. By 1857 registered Belfast. ON18470. In MNL to 1885, owned Doran, Ardglas, 28 tons. A steamer of the same name was active at Belfast at these dates.

Wooden smack Duchess of Kent, built Duff & Kent from The Green, Castletown, 1841. Registered Castletown 11/1841. Registered Douglas 10/1849, then 9/1850, 37 tons. Not found in MNL Sunk while attempting to enter Nelson Dock, Liverpool, 6 February 1850, crew saved. Raised. Voyage Douglas to Glasgow, with ore, ashore Machrihanish Bay, 7 October 1850, crew saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, September 25, 1841]:
A fine smack named the Duchess of Kent, built by Messrs. Duff & Kent, was recently launched from the Green, near Castletown.

[from Glasgow Gazette Saturday, 9 February 1850]:
The smack Duchess of Kent, from Isle of Man, has sunk near Nelson Dock. [master Crosby, driven ashore from force of gale while attempting to enter dock. owned John Duff, Douglas; later raised and taken into dock for repair]

[from Glasgow Saturday Post Saturday 19 October 1850]:
Campbeltown, Oct. 8. The Duchess of Kent, McBride, of and from Douglas for Glasgow, with ore, came ashore yesterday in Machrihanish Bay, and it is expected will become a total wreck, crew and passengers saved.

Wooden smack Vulcan, built Castletown, 1845, owned Thomas Boyd, described as a smith. Registered Derbyhaven 2/1845, 30 tons; to Dublin 22/1853. ON3198. In MNL to 1873, owned Miss McGuinness, Skerries, 29 tons. Last voyage found: arrived Whitehaven, from Skerries, 12 August 1871, master Morgan.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, April 12, 1845]:
A fine smack called the Vulcan, was launched from the Green, near Castletown, on Tuesday last, the property of Mr. Thomas Boyd, smith.

Wooden smack Daisy, built Castletown 1853, 30 tons. ON9224. Registered Douglas 26/1853, to Castletown 3/1863 (now 26 tons). Voyage Whitehaven to IoM, with coal, driven ashore in Saltom Bay near Whitehaven, 14 February 1869, crew of 3 saved.

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Saturday 20 February 1869]:
WRECK NEAR WHITEHAVEN. The sloop Daisy, Kelly master, of Castletown, Isle of Man, was driven ashore in Saltom Bay, near this port, on Sunday night last, and has become a total wreck. It appears that the Daisy left this port with a cargo of coal, &c., on the previous Friday, for Castletown, but the weather proving boisterous and the wind contrary, the captain deemed it expedient to come to anchor off Ramsey bay. ... storm ... anchors dragged .. mainsail split .. drifted to Saltom Bay .. on Sunday afternoon ... offered assistance by 3 men in a small boat - but declined. ... Ran ashore on rocks at 9 pm, crew (3) escaped in their own boat.

Wooden smack Flower, built Castletown 1854, 37 tons. ON3331. Registered Douglas 10/1854. Voyage Castletown to Cardiff, with potatoes, in collision and driven on S side of Ramsey Island, 4 November 1860, crew saved. See also schooner Margaret.

[from Cumberland Pacquet, and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser Tuesday, 20 November 1860]:
Collision and Loss of two Vessels. On Sunday, the schooner Margaret, Allonby, of Ulverston, from Barrow for Cardiff (iron ore), was run into by the Flower, Gordon [sic, Condon], of and from Castletown for Cardiff (potatoes), in consequence of which both vessels were driven on shore, at the south side of Ramsey Island, and sunk. the crews were saved. A small portion of the materials, consisting of sails, rigging, &c., have been saved. The collision was caused by the smack having missed stays, being to windward and too close to the schooner to wear round, in order to run clear.

Wooden smack Mermaid, built Castletown 1856, 38 tons. ON14372. Registered Douglas 3/1856. Voyage Troon to Port St Mary, with coal, aground near pier, 13 September 1861. SR states broken up 1862.

[from Lloyd's List Saturday 21 September 1861]:
CASTLETOWN, I.M., 18th Sept. The MERMAID (smack), of Douglas, I.M., Doran, from Troon to this place, with coals, in endeavouring to make the pier at Port St. Mary, 13th Sept., went on the rocks, where she bilged, but was got off the following day, after throwing cargo over, and taken into that harbour; not more than six or seven tons of coals will be saved.

Wooden smack Laurel, built John Moore (in Cain's yard) Castletown 1857, 38 tons. ON18478. Registered Douglas 15/1857, to Castletown 4/1863. Wrecked in Ramsey Bay, 26 November 1874, crew saved. More history.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, November 07, 1857]:
A smack called the Laurel, said to be the largest yet built at Castletown, was launched from the yard of Mr. Robert Cain, on Monday. The smack was built by Mr. John Moore for Messrs. John Clarke and Co., and is intended for the coastiug trade.

[from Liverpool Journal of Commerce Saturday 28 November 1874]:
Ramsey, Nov. 27. Some gallant lifeboat services were performed in Ramsey Bay last night. .... The smack Laurel, of Castletown, Isle of Man, was observed to be in distress three miles north of the harbour, and instantly the boat of mercy put off to her help, and rescued her crew of three men. The Rev. George Paton reports this, like the other, as a most arduous and perilous service, and that the lifeboat men behaved admirably on both occasions.

Wooden smack Pearl, built Castletown, IoM, 1859, 54 tons. ON27253. Registered Douglas 7/1859, broken up July 1884.

Wooden smack Mary Jane, built Castletown, IoM, 1860, 31 tons. ON27259. Registered Douglas 6/1860, to Castletown 6/1866. Voyages found with master Kelly to February 1866. SR reports: broken up 1866.

Wooden smack Vivency, built Robert Cain, Castletown, IoM, 1861, 33 tons, 2 masts. ON29604. Registered Douglas 17/1861, 26 tons, 1/1878, 33 tons, 1 mast. To Castletown 3/1888. To Belfast 1889. In MNL to 1902 owned Symington. Voyage Greenock to Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, with coal, ashore, damaged at Port of Ness, 17 September 1900. Crew saved.

[from Ulster Echo Wednesday, 19 September 1900]:
The smack Vivency of Belfast, from Greenock for Butt of Lewis Lighthouse, with coals, is ashore off Butt of Lewis, and is leaking badly. [Sept 18, reported damaged alongside pier of Port of Ness]

Wooden smack Bessie (also Bessy), built Castletown, IoM, 1862, 35 tons. 2 masts. ON44430. Registered Douglas 17/1862, to Castletown 5/1871. Then 2/1914. Built T Boyd, 60 grt, 44 nrt. 26 hp motor added 1910. Sunk 1918 by U91.

Wooden dandy Midsummer, built James Clague, Castletown, 1865, 30 tons. ON47283 Registered Castletown 3/1865, then 7/1865, 28 tons. Registered Douglas 3/1901, 35 tons. Voyage Parcian (Menai Straits) to Rhosneigr, with bricks, struck rocks and foundered off Aberffraw, 25 December 1907, crew saved. More history

[from Lloyd's List Thursday, 26 December 1907]:
Rhosneigr Dec 26. 8 30 am. Smack Midsummer, ON47283, of Douglas, from Carnarvon for Rhosneigr, cargo bricks, foundered off Aberffraw, 7pm, 25th. [during fog]

[from Lloyd's List Tuesday, 21 January 1908]:
Derelicts, wreckages, etc. In Aberffraw Bay, beside Carreg y Trae Rocks, sunken smack Midsummer, top mast visible at low water. [now Carreg y Trai]

Wooden schooner Violet, built Castletown, 1866, 50 tons. ON54904. Registered Castletown 7/1866. Voyage Castletown to Dublin, with grain, lost at Dundalk, 22 December 1895, crew saved. More history

[from Paisley Daily Express Wednesday 25 December 1895]:
Intelligence reached Douglas, yesterday, that the schooner Violet, of Castletown (Kinnish master), which left Castletown on Saturday for Dublin, laden with grain, has gone ashore at Dundalk and become a total wreck, The crew were saved.

Wooden schooner Lydia, built Castletown, 1867, 55 tons. ON54905. One of the owners is James Cooil, ship carpenter, Castletown. Registered Castletown 1/1868. To Liverpool 1876. In MNL to 1885, owned P Douglas, Liverpool. A common ship name - hard to track. More history

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Built Port St Mary. Schooners at Port St Mary (possibly around 1910).

Joseph Qualtrough
Thomas Gale
Unknown or other

Built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, and possibly moved to Douglas later.
Crest Sm 1862
Foam Sr 1862
Meteor Sr 1865
Patrick Cu/Ke 1869
Lilly Garton Sr 1872
X.L. Sr 1873
Lilly Miles Sr 1874
Wave Sr 1875
Margaret Garton Sr 1876

Wooden smack Crest, built Port St Mary, 1862, owned Joseph Qualtrough, so presumably built by him. ON44427. Registered Douglas 13/1862, 47 tons, then Castletown 2/1873, to Wick 1885, later Stornoway, reg closed 1903, owned Kerr, 47 tons, ketch. Voyage Stornoway to Larne, stranded Kebbock Head, 18 April 1903.

[from Daily News (London) Tuesday 21 April 1903]:
WRECKS AND CASUALTIES. Ketch Crest, of and from Stornoway for Larne, ballast, stranded near Kabbock Head on Saturday; reported water filled; probably total wreck. Stornoway. April 20.

Wooden schooner Foam, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1862, registered Douglas 4/1863, 67 tons. part owner Joseph Qualrough - so probable builder. ON 45464. Condemned and broken up at Ramsey, June 1877.

Wooden schooner Meteor, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1865, 85 tons. ON47282, registered Castletown 2/1865. Voyage Grimsby to Seville, departed Dover 28 January 1873, missing.

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Tuesday, February 21, 1865]:
The new schooner launched about two months ago at Port St. Mary, and named the Meteor, 130 tons, is almost ready for sea, and will sail shortly for Ardrossan, and thence to Seville. She is a fine vessel, and no doubt will prove a clipper.

[from Lloyd's List 29 May 1873]:
The Meteor, of Castletown, I.M., Off. No., 47,282, Crebbin, from Grimsby to Seville, with coal, sailed from Dover the 28th Jan., and has not since been heard of.

Wooden cutter Patrick, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1869, ON58416, 40 tons, registered Dublin 1869, then Peel 1/1884, then Castletown 1/1890. 1897 ketch rigged. Voyage Gloucester to Rotterdam, with slate, foundered off Bolt Head, on 5 March 1900, crew of 3 saved.

[from Western Morning News Tuesday 6 March 1900]:
KETCH LOST OFF BOLT HEAD. Edwin Rowles (master), F. W. Broace, and W. Wathen, the crew of the ketch Patrick, of Castletown, were landed at Brixham last night by the trawling ketch, Star of Peace. The Patrick was from Gloucester to Rotterdam with slate slabs and yesterday morning at 5 o'clock, when about six miles off the Bolt Head suddenly foundered. Her crew of three hands saved themselves in their small boat, and after rowing about two hours towards land, were picked up by the Star of Peace. They were taken care of by Miss Browse, hon. secretary of the Shipwrecked Mariners Society, ...

Wooden ketch/schooner Lilly Garton, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1872, 68 tons. ON63918. Registered Peel 1/1873. Broken up 1932.

Wooden schooner X.L., built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1873. 67 tons. ON67284. Registered Douglas 1/1874. To Castletown 1892. 1901 altered to ketch rig. Auxiliary 20 hp motor added 1921. Voyage Ayr to Kilkeel, foundered off Ballantrae, 5 July 1930, crew of 4 saved.

[from The Scotsman Monday 7 July]:
Motor ketch Wrecked. Lost off Ayrshire Coast. CREW ABANDON VESSEL. The captain and three of a crew of the Isle of Man motor ketch X. L. had a narrow escape in the early hours of Saturday morning, when their ship went down in the Firth of Clyde about two miles north of Ballantrae. The ketch, which was registered at Castletown, Isle of Man, was on a passage from Ayr to Kilkeel, County Down, with a cargo of household coal... Captain Goff...

Wooden schooner Lilly Miles, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1874, 77 tons, registered Douglas 2/1874, ON67285. Vessel wrecked on the Longstone Rocks on or about 28 August 1899. More history

Wooden schooner Wave, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1875, 65 tons, registered Castletown 1/1875, ON72596. Launch reported 10 April 1875. Missing since the end of October 1884 and has been given up for lost. More history

Wooden schooner Margaret Garton, built Joseph Qualtrough, Port St Mary, IoM, 1876, 67 tons, ON63921, registered Peel 3/1877. Auxiliary motor 1924. Register closed 1944. I-museum has an image. Voyages found to 1933, bringing coal to Douglas. Laid up at Birkenhead 1939. Castletown shipping register: ashore at Strangford, 7 October 1944, and treated as constructive total loss. More history

Built Thomas Gale, Port St Mary.

Kate Sr 1874
Lyra Sr 1876
Spray Sr 1877
Orion Sm 1877
SS St Mary 1882

Wooden schooner Kate, built Thomas Gale, Port St Mary, IoM, 1874, 59 tons, ON63499, registered Castletown 2/1874. [builder from Lloyds, June 1874]. Ship sunk, 16 February 1915, in the River Mersey, after collision. More history

Wooden schooner Lyra, built T Gale, Port St Mary, 1876, 72 tons, ON72597, registered Castletown 2/1876. Built December 1875. Wrecked on Carrick, in Port St Mary Bay, 4 January 1888, master lost, 3 saved. More history.

[from Isle of Man Times, Saturday, December 04, 1875]:
LAUNCH AT PORT St. MARY. On Friday, the 12th ultimo, a launch of a noteworthy character took place from the ship yard of Mr Thomas Gale of Port St Mary. The vessel is a fine schooner of 260 tons burden [sic], which for general appearance and excellence of workmanship will bear comparison with the best works of the English and Scotch ship yards. We have been repeatedly assured that she is the finest and best built vessel of her kind ever constructed in the Island. She is to be classed A 1 at Lloyds for 10 years. [later correction: Goldseeker was A 1 at Lloyds for 11 years]

[from Belfast Weekly News 07 January 1888]:
The schooner Lyra, of Port St. Mary, was wrecked on Wednesday on The Carrick, a sunken rock three miles S from Port St. Mary, Isle of Man. The Port Erin lifeboat put out to her assistance, and with difficulty succeeded in taking off three of the crew, but the master had been previously washed overboard and drowned. As the last man was taken off the wreck, it slipped off the rock and foundered in deep water. [Runcorn to Dublin, with salt]

Wooden schooner Spray, built T Gale, Port St Mary, March 1877, 60 tons, ON72600, registered Castletown 2/1877. 1900 to Peterhead. In MNL to 1902. Last voyage found, with master Strachan: arriving Montrose from Middlesborough 17 March 1902. Then sold to Forsyth of Montrose. Voyage Sunderland to Gardenstown, with coal, ashore Crovie Head, 10 August 1902. More history.

[from Peterhead Sentinel and General Advertiser for Buchan District Saturday, 9 November 1901]:
Peterhead: A Warkworth telegram states that the schooner Spray of Peterhead from Wick for West Hartlepool, is ashore on rocks inside the Coquet island. [in fog, later refloated, master Strachan, cargo oats]

[from Dundee Courier Tuesday 12 August 1902]:
MONTROSE VESSEL ASHORE. CREW SAVED. Mr John Forsyth, of Messrs Thomas Muir, & Son, Patton, Montrose, received a telegram yesterday stating that the schooner Spray, of Montrose, had gone ashore on the rocks at Crovie Head on Sunday, and had become a total Wreck. The Spray, which belongs to John Forsyth, Montrose, and was only recently purchased by him, was on a voyage from Sunderland to Gardenstown with a cargo of coals. The crew were all saved.

Wooden smack Orion, built Thomas Gale, Port St Mary, IoM, 1877. 31 tons. Registered Castletown 3/1881. ON78219. To Ramsey 1885. Crew of 3 rescued by RNLI in Peel Bay 20 February 1897, vessel not damaged. For sale 1889. To Newry 1901. By 1905 registered Ayr. Register closed 1914. Photograph, described as trading smack Orion, but dated 1960.

Unknown or other builder at Port St Mary.

Amelia Sm 1823
Rushen Castle Sm 1831 (built Kneale)
Reform Sm 1831
John Quayle Sm 1833
Sarah Anne Sm 1834
Lion Sm 28t 1838 ON21927, built Edward Nelson, to Douglas 14/1838, then Liverpool 1871-1886.
Manxman Sm 27t 1839 ON9039 (registered Derbyhaven, then Douglas, wrecked in Port St Mary Bay 1872)
Greyhound Sm 1839
Surberian Sm 45t 1847 ON17903 (built Thomas Watterson, reg Derbyhaven 11/1847, 48 tons, later owned Graves, Peel, reg closed 1886)
Sarah Sr 1840 (built Watterson)
Prince Albert Sm 1840
Ospray Sm 1841
Herald Sm 1842 (built Watterson)
Emily Maria Sm 1844 (built Nelson)
Manchester Sm 1846 (built Taubman)
Ellan Vannin Sm 1846 (built Nelson)
Liverpool Sm 1846 (built Nelson)
Village Maid Sm 1846 (built Watterson)
Champion Sm 1847 (built Watterson)
Richard Cobden Sm 1847 (built Nelson)
Mary Wilkinson Sm 1847 (built Nelson)
New John Taubman Sm 1848 (built Watterson)
Herald Sm 1848
Palendar Sr 1849 (built Nelson)
Teaser Sm 1850 (built Turnbull)
Jilt Sr 1861 (built Edward Elgar)
Harkaway Sm/Sr 1862 (built Watterson)
Bethel Sr 1862
Foam Sm 1863
Olive, 1863, 22 tons, dandy, ON47277, reg Castletown 5/1863, 1887 abandoned in mud at Kinsale.
Reaper Sr 1868
Betsy Sm 1871
Annie Cowley Sr 1876 (built James Coole)
Cruiser Sm 1880
Bonnie Jane Dy 1886
Daisy Ke 1888 (built Miller)

Wooden smack Amelia, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1823, 50 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 5/1823, 13/1825, 4/1836 (now 37 tons), to Dublin 11/1838.

Wooden smack Rushen Castle, built Thomas Kneale, Port St Mary, IoM, 1831, 41 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 8/1831, 31/1836 (30 tons), 3/1840. Master and owner William Karran. Voyage Dundalk to Liverpool, driven ashore in Port St Mary Bay, 15 November 1842. Crew and passengers saved. Put back in service and transferred to Newry 23/1845, 31 tons. Voyages found with master Linchey to October 1847, based Ardglass.

[from Illustrated London News Saturday 26 November 1842]:
Information was on Saturday last received of the total loss of the Rushen Castle, Captain Carral, which unfortunate event occurred on the night, of Tuesday last in Port St. Mary Bay. The vessel was laden with a general cargo. On her passage from Dundalk to Liverpool she had taken the bay for shelter, a strong westerly gale having sprung up, in consequence of it increasing, the anchors and cables gave way, and she drove on the rock at the entrance of the harbour, where, in the course of few hours she became a total wreck. The crew and passengers happily were saved through the exertions of the coast-guard service, who are deserving the utmost praise. [described as of Port St Mary]

Wooden smack Reform, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1831, 35 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 1/1832, 14/1840. To Newry 8/1844. Found abandoned, off Copelands, January 1849.

[from Newry Examiner and Louth Advertiser Wednesday 7 February 1849]:
Vessel Abandoned. We have been favored with the following extract of letter, dated Whitehaven, January 27: Captain Kennedy fell in with a smack, called the Reform, of Newry, loaded with potatoes, about ten miles wide of the Copelands, abandoned, and brought her here safely. She now remains in charge of the admiralty agent. The cargo is damaged by salt water. No boat was found on board, and it is therefore supposed the crew have got landed somewhere in Belfast Lough. The ship papers were not on board.

Wooden smack John Quayle, built Port St Mary, 1833, 55 tons. Voyage Tralee to Liverpool, lost in Lough Swilly on 23 January 1847.

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday 2 February 1847]:
Lough Swilly, JAN. 25. John Quayle, Sayle, from Tralee for Liverpool, was totally wrecked 23d instant. on the rocks at the north end of Ballymastocker Bay; crew and part of the materials saved,

Wooden smack Sarah Anne, built Kirk Christ, Rushen, IOM, 1834, 30 tons. This location is the parish that contains Port Erin and Port St Mary - so probably built at the latter. Registered Derbyhaven 19/1836, 11/1842, ON9220. Broken up 1882.

Wooden smack Greyhound, built Kirk Christ, Rushen, IOM, 1839, 28 tons. This location is the parish that contains Port Erin and Port St Mary - so probably built at the latter. Registered Derbyhaven 11/1839, 29 tons, owned William Cubbon, blacksmith, then Douglas 7/1849, and 2/1853, ON21609. By 1859 to Dublin. Later Douglas 5/1864, then Castletown 3/1875, 33 tons. Broken up 1876.

Wooden schooner Sarah, built John Watterson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1840, 45 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 13/1840, Douglas 8/1857, 40 tons, ON8820. Reported broken up about 1867, though continues in MNL.

Wooden smack Prince Albert, built, Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1840, 34 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 22/1840. Master Kermode, Lost in the Sound of the Calf of Man, 11 August 1852, crew saved.

[from Morning Herald (London) Saturday, 21 August 1852]:
On Wednesday, the smack Prince Albert, with 80 mease of herrings on board, when coming down the Sound of the Calf, in a calm, got on a rock. The crew had scarcely time to save their clothes, and the remainder stock of money, when she went down. [a mease is 500-600 herrings]

Wooden smack Ospray, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1841, 36 tons. Registered Ramsey 1/1841. Owned Caesar Moore. Blown from her moorings in Ramsey harbour, beached at Maryport, 3 April 1853, wrecked.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, April 06]:
RAMSEY. On Friday morning last, about the hour of four o'clock, a rather odd and almost incredible circumstance took place in Ramsey harbour. A smack was actually blown from her moorings in the harbour, and went off to sea without any effort being made to save her. The vessel is the well known Liverpool and Ramsey trader Ospray, Moore master. She discharged a general cargo on the previous day, consequently she was light, and would feel the effect of the wind more than a vessel in cargo. It blew a tremendous gale at the time she burst from her moorings, and as there was no person on board during the night, no extra cables were put out during the storm. She passed the Point of Ayre early in the morning, and has not since been heard of.

[from Morning Advertiser Saturday, 9 April 1853]:
Maryport April 6. The Ospray, smack, of Ramsey, Isle of Man, which was towed on the beach here on the 3d, has broken up. [master Moore]

Wooden smack Herald, built, John Watterson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1840, 37 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 13/1842. To Dublin 1846. ON17922. Reg closed 1897.

Wooden smack Emily Maria, built, Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1844, 39 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 7/1844. To Dublin 16/1847. Not found in MNL. On 4 July 1847, fought off an attempt of piracy, off Inniskea. Voyage Liverpool to Donegal, struck a rock, off St John's Point, and sank, 19 May 1849.

[from Greenock Advertiser Friday 25 May 1849]:
Killybegs, May 19. The smack Emily Maria, Doyle, from Liverpool for Donegal, sunk off St. John's Point, in 20 fathoms, having struck upon rock; crew saved. [owned Skerries]

Wooden smack Manchester, built, John Taubman, Port St Mary, IoM, 1846, 40 tons. John Taubman is described as a timber merchant. Registered Derbyhaven 3/1846. ON13387. Broken up, at Skerries, 1869.

Wooden smack Ellan Vannin, built Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1846, 40 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 9/1846. ON3306. Broken up 1862.

Wooden smack Liverpool, built Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1846, 42 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 11/1846. To Dublin 1855. ON3016. In MNL to 1879, owned Thornton, Skerries. Voyages with master Thornton found to 1874, trading Skerries to Scotland, via Caledonian Canal.

Wooden smack Village Maid, built Thomas Watterson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1846, 54 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 12/1846, Douglas 11/1860, then 7/1865. ON1597. Burnt at Tain Beach, Scotland on 5 March 1867.

[from Lloyd's List Saturday, 9 March 1867]:
Inverness 7th May. The Village Maid (slp) of Port St Mary, IoM, was destroyed by fire on the beach at Tain, after discharging her cargo. [cargo: salt, lying empty on beach, crew had been imprisoned for theft]

Wooden smack Champion, built Henry Watterson, Port St Mary, Isle of Man, 1847. Registered Derbyhaven 6/1847, 53 tons. Owned Henry Watterson, ship carpenter, at Port St Mary. ON1391, broken up 1873, hull used for stone storage.

Wooden smack Richard Cobden, built Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1847, 56 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 14/1847, ON19322. Broken up 1858.

Wooden smack Mary Wilkinson, built Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1847, 69 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 15/1847. Voyage Belfast to Liverpool, with scrap iron, lost off Maughold Head, 29 May 1854.

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Wednesday 31 May 1854]:
Ramsey May 29. The smack Mary Wilkinson, from Belfast to Liverpool. with scrap iron, sank about 15 miles S.E. of Maughold Head; crew arrived here. [master Kneen]

Wooden smack New John Taubman, built Thomas Watterson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1848, 56 tons. Owned John Taubman, timber merchant. Registered Derbyhaven 3/1848. ON21650. Voyages found to 1862. Broken up 1865.

Wooden smack Herald, built Thomas Watterson, Port St Mary, Isle of Man, 1848. LR1850 has 60 tons, owned Qualtrough, registered Derbyhaven. Registered 9/1848, 62 tons, then 10/1849, 5/1850, 59 tons, master Sansbury. Voyages with master Sansbury found to 28 September 1852, arriving Swansea from Dublin. Voyage Swansea to Gibraltar, with coal, sunk by collision, 22 October 1852, 2 crew lost, 2 saved.
Note another, smaller vessel, is in MNL (SR and Crew list) as ON9289, reg Derbyhaven 7/1848, 23 tons; built Port St Mary 1848, 20 tons,
A third Herald, built IoM 1842, ON17922, 38 tons, is also listed in MNL to 1897.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, November 13, 1852]:
The smack Herald, of Port St Mary, left Swansea on the 10th October, Laden with coals for Gibraltar, and on the 22th about 1 a.m., and 200 miles West of Lisbon, the watch observed a large vessel running down upon them, and before they had time to run under her bows, the vessel, which proved to be a Norwegian brig, struck the smack on the quarter, from the effects of which, the men judged she would immediately go down, and consequently endeavoured to save themselves by seizing the brig's bod-stay or other tackling, by which means only two men (the master and another of the name of Taylor) were saved. The other two men were lost, notwithstanding one of them was on the brig's jib-boom. The brig landed the two which were saved on the Rock of Gibraltar.

Wooden schooner Palendar, built Edward Nelson, Port St Mary, Isle of Man, 1849, 78 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 3/1849, so probably built Castletown. Owned Quayles. In LR1850. Voyage Oporto to Glasgow, abandoned November 1850, crew saved.

[from Glasgow Saturday Post - Saturday, 9 November 1850]:
The Palendar, Claque, from Oporto, to Glasgow, was abandoned in lat 42 lon 15, crew saved by the Courier, arrived at Havre. [master Clague elsewhere]

Wooden smack Teaser, built Thomas Turnbull, Port St Mary, IoM, 1850, 41 tons. Thomas Turnbull is named as builder, part owner and master. Among the part owners is Thomas Watterson, carpenter. ON1663, registered Derbyhaven 4/1850. Voyage Castletown to Liverpool, in ballast, sunk by collision, 6 February 1864, 2 men lost, 3 saved.

[from Dublin Evening Mail Monday 8 February 1864]:
COLLISION AND LOSS OF LIFE. Belfast. Feb 8. On Saturday night, whilst the ss. Electric was on her passage from Liverpool to Belfast, she came into collision with a smack called the Teaser, belonging to Castletown, Isle of Man. The smack, which was struck in the bows, went down in a few minutes, taking with her two of the crew. The captain and two other seamen were rescued by the crew and passengers of the Electric, and brought to this town. [later report: near Formby light; Captain Condon; ss Magnetic not ss Electric; men lost: crew James Burfett and passenger Richard Corlet]

Wooden schooner Jilt, built Edward Edgar, Port St Mary, 1861, 94 tons, ON29601. Registered Douglas 14/1861. Register closed 1908, owned Thomas Qualtrough. LR builder summary gives built Thomas Qualtrough [at Maryport!]. i-museum has a painting of her, off the Maidens. Voyage Glasgow to Teignmouth, foundered with all 4 hands, off Trevose Head, 6 March 1908.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, April 10, 1861]:
The ship carpenters at the fishing village of Port St. Mary are at present fully employed, and have almost ready for launching a handsome clipper schooner, intended for the Mediterranean trade, and to be called the Manx Cat. This vessel is being built by our townsman, Mr. Edward Edgar, who, we are informed, has not only furnished the model, &c, but is personally superintending the construction. She will be 175 tons burthen, length 75 feet, breadth 20 feet, depth of hold 10.5 feet; and it is considered by nautical men that she will be a very fast sailer, so indispensable for the trade in which she is to embark. [Jilt is 79.5 x 18.9 x 10.3 ft; 94 grt; registered July 1861, so probably this vessel, although owners listed do not include Edgar]

[from Liverpool Journal of Commerce Tuesday, 31 March 1908]:
A MISSING MANX SCHOONER. LIST OF THE CREW. Reports now to hand referring to the Manx two-masted schooner Jilt, which left Glasgow for Teignmouth, with a cargo of coal, bear out the fears entertained for the vessel's safety.
The skipper of the Bis, on arrival at Padstow on March 9, from fishing in the Bristol Channel, reports that on March 6, about 4 p.m., he saw a two-masted schooner, with a small sail aft, flying a flag in distress, about 15 miles from Trevose, bearing south, but before he could render assistance, the vessel foundered, and nothing more could be seen.
The master ot the trawler Condor, on arrival at Tenby, March 11, reported; that at 2 30 pm., March 6, when hove-to about 20 miles off Trevose Head, he heard the bowsprit shake. He came on deck and saw a schooner on the port bow under bare poles and flying a flag of distress, the crew of which were trying to rescue a man in the sea. Owing to the heavy sea, it was impossible to launch a boat. The vessel was seen until about 4 pm., to be driving towards Trevose Head without any canvas. The name of the vessel appeared to be Jilt, of Port St. Mary, Isle of Man. The only damage to the Condor was the band carried away from the end of the bowsprit.
The Jilt carried a crew of four men, all told, and it is known that the following men were on board when she sailed from Glasgow: Captain Edward Mylchreest, aged 43 years; Mate Albert Searls, aged about 45 years, of Watchet, Somerset; Seaman Percy Lawson; and the cook, whose name is not known. The Jilt was a wooden schooner of 79 tons register, built in 1861 at Port St. Mary, Isle of Man, and owned by Messrs Maltrough[sic, Qualtrough] and Harper, of Port St. Mary, Isle of Man.

Wooden smack/schooner Harkaway, built Thomas Watterson, Port St Mary, IoM, 1862, 48 tons, ON44425, registered Douglas 9/1862. To Castletown registered 1/1881. 1880 altered to ketch. Rebuilt 1903 at Castletown as 3-masted schooner. By 1922, 40hp auxiliary motor. Voyage Maryport to Drummore, burnt off Maryport, 14 February 1929, crew of 5 saved.

[from Western Morning News Friday, 15 February 1929]:
SCHOONER ON FIRE. VESSEL TOTALLY DESTROYED NEAR HARBOUR. The three-masted schooner Harkaway, belonging to Messrs. Arthur Coffey, Ramsey, was totally destroyed by fire, a quarter of a mile outside Maryport Harbour, Cumberland, yesterday. The Harkaway, which was bound for Drummore, Scotland, with cargo of 140 tons of coal, had been anchored off Maryport for two days owing to the rough weather. When the engines were restarted an explosion followed, and the ship took fire. Capt. J. Christian Ramsay and the crew of four men who were on deck were unhurt. Motor fishing boats succeeded in beaching the schooner, but the cargo was burning fiercely when she was abandoned.

Wooden schooner Bethel, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1862. 35 tons. Part owner Joseph Qualtrough. Registered Douglas, 1/1863, 25 tons, dandy, then Castletown 3/1877, 35 tons, schooner. ON45461. Reg closed 1909, broken up at Gatehouse.

Wooden smack Foam, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1863. 67 tons. Registered Douglas 13/1862. Owned Joseph Qualtrough, so presumably built by him. ON45464. 1869 schooner rig. Broken up 1877.

Wooden schooner Reaper, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1868. 40 tons. Registered Castletown 3/1868. ON60262. Voyage from Port Dinorwic, with slates, aground on Wicklow Bank, 16 April 1897, crew saved.

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Wednesday, 28 April 1897]:
Dublin, April 17. The Kynoch (ss) has arrived with the crew of the schooner Reaper of Castletown, from Port Dinorwic (slates), on board. She left Kingstown yesterday, and struck on Wicklow Bank and sank.

Wooden smack Betsy (also Betsey), built Port St Mary, IoM, 1871. 30 tons. Registered Castletown 4/1871. ON63498. Owned Gale. Aground entering Liverpool, 6 December 1881, but refloated. No later voyages found with master Gale. In MNL to 1887, owned Edward Gale, Port St Mary, 31 tons. Reported in SR as constructively lost 16 February 1887.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Tuesday 13 December 1881]:
Report of Edward Gale, Master of the smack Betsy, of Castletown, 30 tons, from Ardglass, Nov. 29, for Liverpool, with about 47 tons potatoes: Proceeded, and on that same night a gale sprung up, and some of our sails and bulwarks were carried away and other damage. We put into Port Erin, and afterwards into Port St. Mary, where we got repaired, and sailed thence about mid-day yesterday (Dec. 5), wind about W. to W. by S. On the 6th, about 2 a.m, tide being ebb, weather tolerably clear, wind S.W. to S.S.W., blowing a fresh breeze, with a considerable sea, the vessel crossed the Bar of Queen's Channel, under whole mainsail, jib, and foresail; and as we were coming up Channel, the wind inclining southerly, I kept her to the south side of the Channel, steering S.E., when she took the ground between the two lightships. As soon as she took the ground I told one of the Crew to pump her, but she had not much water in her then. She struck about 4 to 4 30 a.m., and about 7 A.M. one of the Crew reported that the water was over the fore cabin sheets. We therefore left her in our boat, and pulled in towards Liverpool. She was afterwards taken in tow by the Lord Lyons tug, and brought to Liverpool. Liverpool, Dec. 6.

Wooden schooner Annie Cowley, built James Coole, Port St Mary, 1876, 69 tons, ON63920. Registered Peel 2/1877. Lloyds Archive gives builder James Coole at Port St Mary, however, part owned by Joseph Qualtrough. Voyage Leith to Crail, wrecked at Inchkeith, 29 January 1890, crew of 4 saved.

[from Isle of Man Times, Saturday, November 18, 1876]:
LAUNCH OF TWO SCHOONERS. - During the past week two fine schooners, each 72 feet keel and 20 beam, and 140 tons burden, have been successfully launched: one on Tuesday, from the shipyard of Mr James Coole, and the other from the well known yard of Mr Joseph Qualtrough. The one launched on Tuesday (the Annie Cowley) has been built for the Peel trade, and the other (the Margaret Garton) has been ordered by a Liverpool firm, and is intended for the Liverpool coasting trade.

[from Isle of Man Examiner 18 January 1890]:
WRECK OF A PEEL SCHOONER. The schooner, Annie Cowley, of Peel, (64 tons), was wrecked at Inchkeith during the gale on Thursday morning. The vessel left Leith on Wednesday afternoon in tow for Crail, light, to load, after which it commenced to blow strong from the S.W. The gale continued to increase so much that the captain deemed it advisable to return to Leith Roads, it being impossible to attempt to reach Crail in the face of such a gale. By midnight the storm had increased to a hurricane, and the greatest difficulty was experienced in getting the schooner to hold to anchors, Notwithstanding that all the available chain was let out, the vessel drove ashore on the rocks at the west side of Inchkeith, The schooner soon exhibited signs of breaking up, and the crew, consisting of the master, Charles Gill, and three men were obliged to abandon her, and landed on the Island. It is said that with favourable weather the schooner may be got off, but this is extremely doubtful. The vessel which was built fourteen years ago, was, we believe, not insured.

Wooden dandy Cruiser, built Port St Mary, IoM, 1880. 36 tons. ON86133. Registered Castletown 4/1882. Principal owners Thomas Gale, ship carpenter. SR reports 1907: vessel to be employed solely for fishing.

Wooden dandy Bonnie Jane (also Bonnny Jane), built Port St Mary, IoM, 1886. 30 tons. ON91458. Registered Castletown 2/1890. Major owner, Joseph Qualtrough. To Wick 1896. Register closed 1905, 31 tons, owned Burra, Shetland. Probably used for fishing: LK153. Reported lost July 1905, crew saved.

[from Aberdeen Weekly Journal Wednesday 5 July 1905]:
WRECK OF A FISHING BOAT. A Lerwick correspondent reports that during a fog last week the fishing boat Bonnie Jane, belonging to Burra Isle. struck on the rocks at Hamnavoe, Burra, and became a total wreck. The crew saved their effects and fishing material.

Wooden ketch Daisy, built Arthur Miller, Port St Mary, IoM, 1888. 38 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1888. ON95952. A FV. Vessel sunk in Dulas Bay, North Wales on 29 November 1914 with all 4 hands after collision with SS Ville du Havre.

[from Lloyd's List Wednesday 9 December 1914]:
DAISY (s.v.) Liverpool, Dec. 7. The fishing ketch Daisy, of Douglas, which left Albert Dock, Liverpool, Nov. 23, for the Anglesey fishing grounds and was due back here or at Bangor, is regarded as lost with all hands. It is supposed that she was the unknown trawler which was in collision in Dulas Bay with the steamer Ville du Havre. ... The crew of four were lost.

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Built Peel. Peel was a centre for fishing - in MNL 1875, 140 vessels are listed as built Peel - mostly less than 30 tons and for fishing. Also needed were "fish carriers" that took fish to markets. Also some small smacks and schooners were built for other merchant trades. The main yard owner and ship owner was Henry Graves.

Some Peel history - from 1825:

[from Morning Herald (London) Saturday 24 September 1825]:
THE HERRING FISHERY. PEEL CASTLE. The herring fishery is the chief source of wealth to this Island, and in one way or other contrives to engage all the population. 'The best part of the season is generally in August, but this year it is particularly backward, and the fish are now only beginning to appear. At the small harbour of Peel, I saw, a few days since, six hundred boats going out to sea with the evening tide, all of them expected to return full in the morning. A more beautiful sight can seldom be enjoyed than to see this fleet all standing out together - their white sails glistening in the rays of the setting sun, and the pier crowded with the wives and children of the sailors, wishing them success. These boats carry eight or ten men each. One is at a loss to know where accommodation can be had in the very small towns, out of the season, for so many persons; but the fact is, that every Manse man is born a fisherman and farmer. He resides in the mountains one half the year, cultivating the little ground that will return him a crop, until the first shoal of herrings is announced, when he hastens down to the coast, and, in concert with his partners, gets his nets in order and goes to sea. The approach of the shoals is pointed out by the accompanying flight of gulls, and the boats, on going out, always direct themselves to where these birds muster - secure of fish in proportion to their number. These birds are held sacred, and if there be not a written law of the island, there is one among the fishermen, making it penal, in a high degree, to shoot or to disturb them. The consequence is that they seem without terror of man, and fly in perpetual security about you.
At one time prayers were offered in the churches for the success of the fishery, and the season opened with a ceremony similar to that which now prevails on the French coast; but the regular Clergy began to be scandalized thereat; and there is an order from the Bishop to abstain from the usual prayer. The boatmen are the most superstitious people in the world, and will not go to sea on Saturday or Sunday's evening tide for any consideration. The herrings make a coasting voyage round the island, or the shoals appear on different parts, in regular annual succession, In the first part of the season the boats rendezvous at Peel, but as it advances and the fish come more to the southward, the grand station is fixed at Douglas: The nets are buoyed with inflated dog skins - at least they were so altogether some years back, and innumerable dogs were reared on the island to be killed for their bladders at a certain age, but these curs were found to be a great annoyance, and a way was discovered of making sheep skins available for the same purpose, and the day of the dogs was ended.
The boats return with the morning's tide, and if the take has been a good one, the port presents a scene of unusual bustle. The dealers who have stores, and barrels and salt in preparation, fix a price according to the quantity brought in. The fish intended to be cured, as we call them, for red herrings, are taken into the cellars to be treated in a particular way, and the remainder are prepared for market almost on the spot. The women and children split and clean the fish, and the men rub them with salt. They are then piled in salt for one day, from whence they are put into barrels in layers, with salt between each tier. The red herrings are not opened or cleaned, but are put into salt for three days, and then washed and hung upon rods in drying houses, one string above another to an amazing height. A fire of oak wood is lighted on the floor, and the building is closed for four weeks. The herrings are then sufficiently smoked, and put into barrels, for the relish of toothsome gentry in many parts of the world. The profits of the merchant, I understand, are very large when the take is good, as he fixes his own price, and regulates the trade himself; but when there is a short supply, his current expenses of workmen and establishment are very heavy, and become a losing per centage on the amount of business done. A Mr. Holmes is the principal merchant; he seems to have the trade without a rival of any consideration. This season has been hitherto one of the worst ever known; but it appears now likely to improve. The measure of a crane, by which the fishermen are paid, which usually rates at 10s. or 12s, is now worth 24s.
At Peel, where the boats rendezvous at the first part of the season, there are the remains of a very fine and extensive castle, which has been always an object of the greatest curiosity in the island. Sir Walter Scott has made considerable use of it in Peverill of the Peak. The castle stands on a rock at the entrance of the harbour, formerly insulated, but a passage from the land has been filled up, and made good within a few years. At high water the tide washes the castle walls, and it then, dilapidated as it is, presents a commanding and imposing aspect. It was going to ruin as fast as time and idle mischief could assist it, until lately. Now Government has taken it in hand, and an old artilleryman holds the keys, but always at the service of strangers.
The Duchess of Gloucester, wife to the Duke, uncle to Henry the Sixth, was confined here for several years. They pretend to point out the cell where she died. Her ghost (upon my life 'tis true!) haunts the castle, and the following ridiculous story of the apparition of a black dog, into which she resolved herself occasionally, I met with in an old history of the island. "They say that an apparition, called in their language the Manthe Dog [sic, Moddey Dhoo], in the shape of a large black spaniel, with curled shaggy hair, was used to haunt Peel Castle, and has frequently been seen in every room - but particularly in the guardroom, where as soon as the candles were lighted, it came and laid down before the fire in presence of all the soldiers, who, by being at length so much accustomed to the sight of it, lost great part of the terror they were seized with on its first appearance. They still, however, retained a certain impression, believing it to be an evil spirit waiting its turn to do them hurt, and for that reason forswore swearing and all profane discourse while in its company. But though they endured the shock of such a guest when altogether, none cared to be left alone with it. It being the custom therefore for one of the soldiers to lock the gates of the castle at a certain hour, and carry in the keys to the Captain, whose apartment led a way through a church, they agreed among themselves that whoever was to succeed the following night his fellow on this errand should accompany him that went first, and by this means no man would be exposed singly to the danger, for the Manthe dog was always seen to come out of that passage at the close of day, and return to it as soon as the morning dawned, which made them look upon the place as his peculiar residence.
One night a fellow being drunk, and by the strength of his liquor rendered more daring than ordinary, laughed at the simplicity of his companions and though it was not his turn to go with the keys, would needs take that office to testify his courage. All the soldiers tried to dissuade him but the more they said the more resolute he appeared, and swore he would try whether it was dog or devil. After having talked in a reprobate way for some time, he snatched up the keys and went out of the guard-room. In some time after his departure a noise was heard, but nobody had the boldness to see what occasioned it, till the adventurer returning, they demanded the knowledge of him - but loud and noisy as he had been on leaving them, he was now become sober and silent enough, for he was never heard to speak more, and that all the time he lived, which was for three days, he was entreated by all who came either to speak, or to make some signs by which they might understand what happened. Nothing could be got from him, and he died in agonies more than common in a natural death. The Manthe dog was never seen after, and the, passage was ordered to be closed up.
Sir Walter, who seems to have let nothing curious in tradition or fairy tale escape him, has made use of this in the "Lay of the Last Minstrel."

Later Peel history:
In the nineteenth century the economy of Peel was dominated by fishing, boat building and the trading of fish. It reached its peak in the mid to late nineteenth century when in 1854 Robert Corrin (c.1824-1899) the son of a Peel grocer, brought the first fishing net making machines from Scotland to Peel and changed the net making method from a cottage industry into industrial production. Manx fishing had been confined to fishing for herring in the summer months until the same Robert Corrin financed the first Manx fishing boat to determine the prospects of mackerel fishing in the spring time off the coast of southern Ireland (often called the Kinsale fishery). This venture had great commercial success with the mackerel and herring fishing industry of Peel helping grow other trades in the town such as sail making, ship chandlers, net barkers (preserving nets from sea water), shipbuilders, riggers, blacksmiths, coopers, salt and ice importers and smokehouses.

W Carman
Henry Graves
Thomas Watson
Unknown builder

Built W Carman, Peel

Dolphin Sm 1846

Wooden smack Dolphin, built W Carman, Peel, IoM, 1846, 47 tons (from Lloyds survey). Registered Derbyhaven 1/1847, 47 tons, then Douglas 8/1848. ON12139, registered Dublin by 1857. In MNL to 1899, owned Morris, Skerries, 46 tons. Voyage found 11 May 1896, Ayr to Skerries, with coal. Also described as a schooner.

[from Peel City Guardian Saturday 10 February 1894]:
Gale .... At this moment signals for assistance were hoisted on the smack Dolphin, from the Skerries, in ballast, The lifeboat immediately put back, and took the crew of four off. They were afraid the vessel would drive ashore. [in ballast, to Whitehaven, was put back in service]

Built Henry Graves, Peel [he was a ship-owner, and owned two shipyards, the foreman shipwright may sometimes be listed as builder]. Built very many fishing vessels (sometimes, one a fortnight, reportedly), here only those vessels over 30 tons are included.

Henry Graves took over management of his father's busines interests in Peel around 1837. By his death in 1864, he had developed them considerably. There were twenty-one men employed in the lower ship building yard; twenty-six in the upper shipbuilding yard; seven boatbuilders and blockmakers; seven in the sawmill; fifteen in the timber yard; five blacksmiths; eight sailmakers; two riggers; twenty three in the ropework; three coachmen and carters; eight masons and nine carpenters. Amongst these were four members of the family: his brother, John James Graves, foreman of the timber yard and a boatbuilder; his cousin, Henry Maddrell Graves, foreman of the upper shipbuilding yard; and this cousin's two sons, Alfred and John Thomas, employed as carpenter and blockmaker respectively.
From 1864 his widow was in charge, until his eldest son, Henry Thomas Graves, reached an age to take over.

Julian Sm 1841
North Star Sm 1845
Olive Branch Sm 1846
Ranger Sm 1847
Comet Sm 1847
King Olave Sr 1848
Neb Sm 1848
Peveril Sm 1848
Union Sm 1849 (built Kermode)
Thistle Sm 1849 (built Kermode)
Planet Sm 1850
Eclipse Sr 1850
Vixen Sr 1851
Ellen Sm 1851
Star Sm 1853
Freedom Sm 1853
Queen Sr 1854
Ballarat Sm 1855
Maggie Sr 1855
Brilliant Sr 1855
Ark Sr 1855
Gipsey Sr 1856
Star Sr 1857
Diamond Sr 1857
Gem Sr 1857
Manx Minx Sr 1860
Reaper Sr 1864
Mona's Pride Sr 1866
Ben My Chree Sr 1867
Dart Sr 1869
Peveril Sr 1869
Western Maid Sr 1870
Command, Wooden ketch, 1872, 29grt, ON129640. missing, departed August 1917, owned Portaferry.
Kate Sr 1872
Felicity, wooden dandy, 1882, 49grt, ON82676. Barge by 1920.

Wooden smack Julian, built Peel, 1841, 35 tons, registered Peel 15/1841, 37 tons, ON1800. Owned Henry Graves by 1856. Registered Douglas 10/1856, Voyages found with master Chambers, trading Douglas to Whitehaven to August 1884. In MNL to 1885. Wrecked and broken up, 1884.

Wooden smack North Star, built Graves, Peel, 1845, 47 tons, registered Peel 1/1845, ON24251. Part owned Henry Graves. Voyage Whitehaven to Isle of Man, with coal, driven ashore near Workington, 20 February 1868, crew of 3 saved.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, October 04, 1845]:
A fine new smack, named the North Star, 47 tons register, new measurement, was launched on Thursday from the yard of Mr. Graves, of Peel, intended for the herring and potato trade.

[from Shields Daily News Wednesday, 26 February 1868]:
A SMACK WRECKED OFF WORKINGTON. The smack North Star, belonging to Peel, left Whitehaven on Thursday, laden with coals, for the Isle of Man. The vessel became unmanageable in consequence of the heavy storm, and drifted up the Firth past Workington, where she ran ashore, a little before eight o'clock, on the beach about half-way between Workington and Flimby. The sea swept with such terrific violence over the smack, that her crew, consisting of two men and a boy, had to take refuge in the rigging. After the tide receded, the men and boy, almost benumbed with cold, left the rigging and the vessel, and made their way across the shore to an inn on the quay at Workington, where they obtained refuge and assistance. The smack was rendered entirely useless; and on Friday, when the tide was out, horses and carts were employed in removing portions of the wreck.

Wooden smack Olive Branch, built Peel, IoM, 1846, probably by her part owner, H Graves. Registered Peel 5/1846, 53 tons. ON18114. To Lerwick 1857. In MNL to 1880, owned O'Callaghan, Cork, 46 tons. Voyage Inverness to Cork, with potatoes, leaky and beached at Ballyquintin Point, 13 January 1880, crew saved.

from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Thursday 22 January 1880]:
Report of Joseph M'Cabe, Master of the smack Olive Branch, of Lerwick, 48 tons, from Inverness, Dec. 9, at 9 a.m., for Cork (70 tons potatoes). On Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 9 P.M, weather fine, wind N.W., moderate, the smack had arrived about one or two miles to the south of the South Rock Lightship, County Down, when it was found that vessel was makings considerable quantity of water, and, finding pumps would not keep her clear, I decided to run her ashore for safety and benefit of all concerned. I thought I should be able to ran her as far as Ardglass, County Down, but water gaining, ran her on what was afterwards found to be Ballyquinton Point, County Down, the water at the time being over the cabin platform. Crew landed in vessel's boat. The vessel will, in my opinion, become a total wreck. No assistance was rendered. Ship's papers and Crew's effects were saved. Portaferry, Jan. 15.

Wooden smack Ranger, built Peel, IoM, 1847, owned H Graves, so presumably built by him. ON21969. Registered Peel 1/1847, 51 tons, to Dublin 1859. In MNL to 1884, owned McNally, Skerries, 48 tons. Trading mainly Skerries to Whitehaven. Voyages with master M'Malone/M'Mahone/M'Mahon, latest found: Loch Howen to Belfast with herrings, February 1883.

Wooden smack Comet, built Peel, IoM, 1847, 56 tons. Owned H Graves, so probably built in his yard. Registered Peel 7/1847. Traded to Seville. In LR to 1853, with sparse information. Voyages found, with master Gill, to September 1852. Voyage, departing 12 December 1852, London to Bristol, missing.

[from Morning Post Saturday, 19 February 1853]:
The Comet, Gill, sailed from London, 12th December, for Bristol, and has not since been heard of.

Wooden schooner King Olave, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1848, Owned Henry Graves. Registered Peel 1/1849. 62 tons. Advertised 1849 as sailing to Lisbon, new schooner, 77 tons register, John Gill master. In 1853 sailed to Malaga and back, then to North Scotland, wrecked on Ardmore Islands, 1 December 1853, crew saved.
Note another King Olave was built 1844, Isle of Man.

[from Isle of Man Times, Saturday, November 18, 1848]:
A fine Smack of 60 tons was launched at Peel, on Thursday, intended for the Fruit trade. [not traced - possibly Neb or Peveril].
A splendid schooner, called the Roddan Usthey (Water Rat) was a few days since launched from the building yard of Mr. Graves of Peel, - being the first of a number of the same class that are ordered to be built at that port. [see below]

[from Manx Sun, Wednesday, November 22, 1848]:
On Saturday the 11th instant, a schooner, the first, we hear, ever built in the port of Peel, was launched from the Quay yard of Mr. Henry Greaves, timber merchant, of that town. She is a neat specimen of ship-carpentry, copper-fastened to the bends, built to the specification of 8 years, A 1, named the King Olave, and burthen 120 tons.

[from Inverness Courier Thursday 15 December 1853]:
Coultersay (Island of Islay) December 5, The King Olave, of the Isle of Man, Gill, bound to the North Highlands for potatoes was stranded on one of the Ardmore Islands, near the entrance of the Sound of Islay, on the 1st December, and is likely to become a total wreck; crew saved.

Wooden smack Neb, built Peel, IoM, 1848, owned H Graves, so probably built by him. 46 tons. [name of river at Peel]. Registered Peel 3/1848 46 tons. ON21948. By 1869 registered Dublin, in MNL to 1885, owned McDermott, 41 tons. Voyage to Dunfanaghy, with guano, damaged by grounding in harbour, 22 April 1882. No later voyages found.

[from Cork Examiner Monday, 24 April 1882]:
The Neb smack of Dublin for Dunfunaghy with guano, is reported by telegram from Dunfanaghy, to be making water, having lain badly when anchored near harbour; the damage to cargo can only be known when the bottom tier of bags is reached. [master McDermott]

Wooden smack Peveril, built Peel, IoM, 1848, owned H Graves, so probably built by him. 59 tons. Registered Peel 5/1848, 60 tons. ON31635. Left for Melbourne from Peel, March 1854. Registered Melbourne 16/1857, cutter 71 tons. Then Sydney 1873. Lost 16 February 1882, near Cooktown, Queensland, Australia,

Wooden smack Union, built John Kermode, Peel, 1849, 47 tons. [builder from SR, possibly at H Graves yard]. ON22832. Registered Peel 2/1849. Part owned Henry Graves. [RCUS and SR have different info on loss]. Voyage Cobh to Seville, lost 22 November 1860, 3 drowned.

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Saturday, 1 December 1860]:
Cadiz, Nov 23. The smack Union, of Peel, from Queenstown for Seville, was totally lost last night on the San Medina Rocks. Master and two men drowned. [survivors rescued by SS Darro]

Wooden smack (2 masts) Thistle, built John Kermode, Peel, 1849, 33 tons. [builder from SR, possibly at H Graves yard]. ON22832. Owned Graves. ON21910. Registered Peel 16/1849, then Ramsey 1/1876 (32 tons). In MNL to 1880. Voyages found to 17 October 1879, master Cowley, when put back to Whitehaven through stress of weather.

Wooden smack Planet, built Peel, IoM, 1850, 44 tons, ON21985. Registered Douglas 2/1850, 50 tons, owned H Graves, so probably built by him. To Dublin 1872. Owned Skerries. Last voyage found, leaving Whitehaven, with coal for Skerries, master Adams, 10 May 1900. Register closed 1900.

Wooden smack/schooner Eclipse, built H Graves, Peel, IoM, 1850, registered Douglas 11/1850, 65 tons, ON21014. 1900 sold to Whitehaven harbour for "inland" use.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, September 21, 1850]:
A fine new smack, called the Eclipse, was lately launched at Peel. She was built by Mr. Henry Graves, is 63 tons burthen, new measurement, and is intended for the fruit trade.

Wooden schooner Vixen, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1851, 93 tons, ON24336. Owned Henry Graves. SR states built Henry Graves. Lloyds survey gives builder William Cannel - perhaps the foreman shipwright. Registered Douglas 8/1851. In 1853 sailed to Australia in search of gold, later returned. i-museum has am image of her entering Leghorn. Voyage Bordeaux to Belfast, with corn, capsized off Port St Mary, 27 March 1864. Crew of 5 and captain's wife lost.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, February 02, 1853]:
DEPARTURE OF THE SCHOONER VIXEN FOR AUSTRALIA. Your readers are doubtless aware that the above named vessel has been for some time past in a course of preparation for her voyage to the gold regions. .... The Vixen carries out thirty-seven emigrants, all of whom are young, able bodied men. That number includes carpenters, joiners, masons, farmers, blockmakers, and miners, who have provided themselves with the various implements necessary for carrying out their respective trades, if the gold diggings should prove a failure. We understand the company have purchased two years provisions; and a general cargo composed of sail cloth, fire arms, gunpowder, picks, &c, &c, which they intend to dispose of in Australia. Should their undertaking be successful, they are expected to be absent from Peel four years, when they are bound to return to their native land. [passage out 92 days]

[from Illustrated Times Saturday 2 April 1864]:
A melancholy shipwreck occurred off the Isle of Man, on Saturday evening last, during a squall of wind. The schooner Vixen, of Peel, in the island, was proceeding from Bordeaux to Belfast with Indian corn. While lying off Port St. Mary she was suddenly struck by a squall of wind, which threw her on her beam ends; but she afterwards sank, the master, his wife, and the crew unhappily going down with the vessel. It was only in the morning the woman had been taken on board. The life-boat of the National Life boat Institution stationed at Castletown was as soon as possible taken to the scene of the sad disaster, but after remaining about nearly all night, nothing could be seen of the unfortunate people. [master John Sansbury; location described as "Port Iron" - ? Port Erin]

Wooden smack Ellen built Peel 1851, probably by Graves. Registered Dublin 54/1851, 40 tons, then Cardiff by 1870. In MNL to 1886, owned Stelfox, Cardiff.

Wooden smack Star, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1853, 50 tons, ON21988. SR states builder William Cannon. Registered Douglas 4/1853. Owned Graves. Voyage Cardiff to Galway, struck rock after leaving Milford, 11 March 1865, crew saved.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, March 25, 1865]:
On Saturday the 11th instant, the smack Star, of Peel, Kelly master, after leaving Milford, into which port she had put while on her voyage from Cardiff to Galway, was driven on a sunken rock in the Bristol Channel, known as the Hats and Barrel. The vessel immediately foundered, and the crew had barely time to jump into the small boat and push off before she went down. Soon after she foundered a little dog belonging to one of the crew of the vessel, was observed swimming about, and was taken into the boat. The place where the smack sank is distant about four miles [sic] from land, and Captain Kelly states that he and his crew were passed by several vessels, but although they exhibited signals of distress, no notice was taken of their perilous condition until the schooner Brest, of Waterford, bore down upon them and took them on board.

Wooden smack Freedom, built Peel, 1853, 47 tons, ON23881. Registered Douglas 18/1853. Owned Henry Graves and others at Peel. In MNL to 1872. SR reports: lost 1865.

Wooden schooner Queen, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1855, 71 tons, ON5755. Described as a sister to Vixen. Registered Douglas 17/1854. Owned Graves - so presumably built by him. Lost circa 1873.

Wooden smack Ballarat, built Peel, 1855, 41 tons. Owned H Graves, so probably built by him. Registered Douglas 3/1855. ON21970. Voyage Waterford to Peel, ashore Luce bay, 3 January 1864, crew saved.

[from Waterford News Friday 15 January 1864]:
The smack Ballarat, from hence [Waterford] for Peel (Isle of Man), went ashore at Ardwell Bay, Scotland, on the night of the 12th inst [sic], and became total wreck; crew saved. [41 tons, master Caskell, ashore a mile North of Arwell Inn, Bay of Luce, Sunday 3/10th January]

Wooden schooner Maggie, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1855, 90 tons, ON21990. Registered Douglas 6/1855. Owned H Graves. Crew list to 1876. Voyage Long-Hope, Orkney, to Denmark, in December 1876, posted missing.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, January 24, 1877]:
PROBABLE LOSS OF A PEEL SCHOONER. Great fears are entertained respecting the safety of the schooner "Maggie," of this port. She left Long-Hope nine weeks since, bound for the coast of Denmark, and has not since been heard of. The captain, J. Corkill, and most of the crew, are chiefly composed of Port St Mary men, there being one Peel man (Mr Wm. Quayle), who leaves a wife and small family to mourn his loss.

Wooden smack/schooner Brilliant, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1855, 62 tons, ON14376. Registered Douglas 4/1856. Owned H Graves, so presumably built by him. By 1890, schooner, 63 tons. Went ashore, Ramsey Bay, 31 January 1891.

[from Isle of Man Times, Wednesday, February 04, 1891]:
About three o'clock the schooner Brilliant, of Peel, sailing from Whitehaven to Ramsey with coal, of which there is an unprecedented scarcity at present, was wrecked about three miles north of Ramsey harbour, at the Dogmills. The crew of three managed to scramble ashore after immense difficulty. They say that signals were shown, but not seen from the shore.

Wooden schooner Ark, built Peel, 1855, 43 tons. Owned H Graves, so probably built by him. Registered Douglas 11/1855. BU Broken up 1897.

Wooden schooner Gipsey, built Graves, Peel, 1856, 85 tons. Registered Douglas 16/1856, ON14382. Owned H Graves. Condemned as unseaworthy by British Consulate at Terceira, 29 January 1861 [from RCUS].

Wooden smack/schooner Star, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1857, 62 tons, ON14386, owned H Graves. Later schooner. Registered Douglas 1/1857. Voyage Rostrevor for Mersey, stranded on Skerries, 4 April 1894, crew saved.

[from Cork Examiner Friday 6 April 1894]:
London, Thursday. The schooner Star, of Douglas, Rostrevor for Rockferry, with granite stones, stranded at Skerries Island yesterday afternoon, and is likely to become a total wreck; the crew were saved. [crew landed at Cemlyn]

Wooden smack/schooner Diamond, built Henry Graves, Peel, 1857, 67 tons, ON18478, registered Douglas 14/1857. Owned Henry Graves. In 1872 altered to schooner. Voyage Ramsey to Whitehaven, storm damage and ashore at Harrington, 5 October 1904, crew of 3 saved.

[from Isle of Man Courier Friday 14 October 1904]:
The Loss of the Diamond - According to the report anon: the wreck of the schooner Diamond, at Harrington, on Wednesday last, it was impossible to take a boat for rescue purposes out of Harrington Harbour as there was a big sea running at the pierhead. The harbour boat was therefore taken round to the beach by willing hands, and she Was Launched at Considerable Risk, in charge of the deputy-master (Captain Conley) and John Armstrong (the harbour boatman), and they succeeded in gallantly taking off the crew, numbering three men. It appears from a statement made by the captain, that the vessel left Ramsey on Wednesday morning, and in addition to sand ballast, she had on board 45 bags of grain. She was commanded by Captain Cleator, and there were also John Corlett (mate) and an able seaman named Fred Ball. They were bound for Whitehaven. All went well until about 8 o'clock in the afternoon, when she was about mid channel. A south-westerly gale sprang up. The vessel was then all right, but almost immediately The Mainsail Was Blown to Ribbons, the boom foresail and stay-foresail quickly following. The vessel was then almost at the mercy of the sea, which was getting very rough, and there was a tremendous wind. As darkness set in it was seen the ship was near to shore, and as it was impossible to make Whitehaven, they decided to run for Harrington with the result stated above. The crew, who arrived home on Friday night, report that the vessel soon broke up. [Later: The Vessel Has Become a Total Wreck, The Diamond, which is a vessel of 67 tons register, was built by the late Mr Henry Graves, of Peel, in the year 1857. In her younger days she was cutter rigged, and as such she carried many a cargo of fruit from the Mediterranean. At present the Diamond belongs to Mr James Purcell, T.C., of this town. crew.

Wooden schooner Gem, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1857, 63 tons, ON14387. Registered Douglas 2/1857. Owned H Graves, so probably built by him. Wrecked off Thurso, December 1867. Repaired and sold, registered Ramsey 2/1868. Voyage Hamburg to Shields, sand ballast, leaky and abandoned 19 September 1876 in N Sea, crew saved.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Friday 29 September 1876]:
Report of Thomas Callow. Master of the schooner Gem, of Ramsey (I.M.), 63 tons, from Hambrg Sept. 7 (in ballast) for Shields. Proceeded. On the 19th, at 8 30 AM., weather clear, wind N.N.W, blowing moderate gale, with heavy sea from the N.N.E., the ship being in lat. 55 17 N;, long. 17 E., one of the crew having gone to the fore peak to get some coal for the galley fire, reported to deponent that the peak was full of water. Called all hands to the pumps, but they had not been working above 10 minutes when they were choked with the sand which we had for ballast. Bore down at once for two vessels we saw about mile and half to leeward, and made signals of distress. One of them, which proved be the French ship Marie, of Boulogne, got his boat out and dropped her down to us with a line, and one of our men went aboard her to see if they could render us any assistance at the pumps. The Master did not understand English, and sent the boat back again, but we had got our own boat out, and the ship settling down fast, got into the boat and got on board the Frenchman. Our ship went down 9 45 A.M. The Marie landed us at Scarborough 9 30 am. the 22d. The pumps had been tried and no water found about 10 minutes before 8, and she had made no water during the voyage. Scarborough, Sept. 22.

Wooden schooner Manx Minx, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1860, 78 tons, ON27256. Registered Peel 1/1860. Voyage Cardiff to Waterford, with coal, damaged by collision off Caldy, 10 June 1902, condemned. Hulked. More history

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, December 21, 1859]:
A fine schooner of 150 tons burden was launched from the ship yard of Mr. H. Graves, Peel, on Saturday, week. She is intended for the fruit and foreign trade. [Manx Minx was registered 27 February 1860]

[from Liverpool Journal of Commerce 12 June 1902]:
Milford Haven. June 11. MANX MINX, schooner, of Peel, coal, Cardiff to Waterford, towed in here by steam yacht Zillah, having been in collision 7 miles off Caldy Island with unknown steamer. Schooner badly damaged.
Later: Manx Minx, before reported, expected have to discharge cargo, coal, for repairs. Shall be glad to have underwriters' instruction.
Later: Survey held; cargo to be discharged. Vessel insured at Lloyd's. Captain thinks she will be a total loss.

Wooden schooner Reaper, built Peel, IoM, 1864, 81 tons. Registered Douglas 2/1864, owned H Graves, Peel, so probably built by him. ON45469. Rebuilt Castletown 1907, 90 tons, registered there 1/1907, owned Joseph Qualtrough. Described as 3-masted. Voyage Teignmouth to Glasgow, with china clay, aground in Clyde near Toward Point, 12 March 1923, crew saved. More history.

[from Daily Record Tuesday, 13 March 1923]:
The three-masted schooner Reaper from Tynemouth [sic, Exeter in another report] to Glasgow with a cargo of china clay went on shore on the rocks to the west of Toward Point. The crew were saved.

Wooden schooner Mona's Pride (also Monas Pride), built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1866, 99 tons, ON49794. Registered Peel 2/1866, owned Graves. Voyage Vianna to St Michael's, in ballast, missing, 23 October 1872, crew of 6 lost.

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Tuesday, March 27, 1866]:
A large and very handsome schooner was launched at Peel, on Saturday week, and named the Mona's Pride, she is about 200 tons burthen, coppered, and copper-fastened, and has been designed and built by Mr. Henry M. Graves.

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday, 4 January 1873]:
Peel and the West. Some fears are entertained for the safety of a schooner, belonging to Peel, called The Mona's Pride. About two months ago she left Vianna, for St. Michael's, in ballast, and has not since been heard of. She was under the command of Captain Cain, and it is said that all the crew, except the mate, belonged to Peel.

Wooden schooner Ben My Chree, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1867, 83 tons, ON49796. Registered Peel 2/1869. Voyage Liverpool to Ayr, wrecked east side of Kintyre, 7 February 1883, crew saved. More history

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Tuesday, October 01, 1867]:
On Saturday last, a schooner of about 150 tons burthen was launched from the old established and well known building yard of Messrs. Graves of that town [Peel]. This vessel is beautifully proportioned, and is considered the finest of her class that has ever been built at Peel. She is intended for the fruit and general coasting trade and is called the Ben-my-chree, and will be commanded by Capt. John Kelly.

[from Edinburgh Evening News 08 February 1883]:
The schooner Ben my Chree, of Peel, from Liverpool to Ayr, with a cargo of beans, was caught in the gale, and her cargo having shifted, was driven on to the rocks, at six o'clock yesterday morning, on the east coast of Kintyre, about four miles north of Campbeltown. The whole of the crew, five in number, were saved. The ship is lying on her beam ends, and the cargo is scattered all over the beach.

Wooden schooner Dart, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1868, 77 tons, ON49798, Registered Peel 1/1869. Voyage Douglas to Liverpool, in ballast, driven ashore in Douglas Bay, 27 November 1888, crew of 4 saved. More history

[from Manchester Courier 28 November 1888]:
Yesterday morning, at five o'clock, the schooner Dart, of Peel, belonging to Mr. Graves, of Peel, Kinrade master, left Douglas in ballast for Liverpool. Two hours out the wind and sea drove the vessel on to the rocks some distance below Douglas Head at a place called Walberry. The captain and crew of three, fearing their lives, as the tide was rising, took to the small boat and managed to reach Douglas Harbour in safety. The vessel will become a total wreck.

Wooden schooner Peveril, built Henry Graves (probably), Peel, IoM, 1869, 66 tons, ON49799. Registered Peel 2/1869. Part owned Daniel Sheard and H T Graves. Voyage Whitehaven to Ramsey, with coal, stranded at Laxey & broken up, 13 October 1891, crew of 4 saved.

[from Peel City Guardian Saturday 17 October 1891]:
WRECK of the PEVERIL at Laxey. Exciting Rescue of the Crew. Gallant Conduct. Within a week Laxey has been the scene of two shipwrecks. On Tuesday of last week the three-masted schooner Flores of Norway, was driven on the beach, and was broken to pieces an hour or two after the crew had been gallantly rescued. At 3-30 on Tuesday last, while the sale of wreckage was being conducted by Mr Craige in the large warehouse on the quay, an alarm was given that another vessel was ashore. In an instant more than three hundred persons rushed to the beach, and there with the billows dashing over her lay a two masted schooner with her sails in tatters, the only whole piece of canvas being a small jib. At the time a hurricane was blowing, and with the spray and the rain it was most difficult to distinguish the men on board. No small boat could live in such a sea, and it was clear that the only means of saving the lives of those on board would be by means of a line from the boat to the shore. A few minutes after the vessel grounded, two of the crew, with lifebelts around them, jumped over-board and struck out for the shore. At first they made good progress, but on reaching the line of the backwash it was evident that unless help came from the shore they would be swept out towards the vessel. Mr P. Sayle and Harbour-master Wales rushed to the rescue and succeeded in getting the exhausted men to land. They turned out to be William Shimmin and William Cowle, of Peel, and they reported the vessel to be the Peveril of Peel. Two of the crew were still on board: one being an old man - seventy years of age - and the other the captain. It was now seen that the old man was afraid to take to the water, although the captain had taken off his own lifebelt and put it and a lifebuoy on the old man. Seeing this Harbourmaster Wales put on a lifebelt and tried to swim to the schooner, but was driven back by the force of the waves. Signs were now made to the men on board to fasten a rope to their lifebuoy and throw it overboard towards the shore. This was done, and the buoy, after much difficulty, was got hold of by Mr P Sayle, who pluckily struggled out to reach it. Communication was now effected.... old man was Jimmy Clarke ... captain was Fred. Gawne .... [Diamond King was Joseph Mylechreest]
The captain being interviewed said: This was my first voyage as captain of the Peveril, the old captain - Gaskell - being unwell. The vessel is owned by Mr Daniel Sheard. We left Whitehaven this morning at seven o'clock, bound for Ramsey, with a cargo of 110 tons of coal for the Diamond King. ... Wreckage sold.

Wooden schooner Western Maid, built Henry Graves, Peel, IoM, 1870, 148grt, ON49800. Registered Peel 2/1870. Lost off the Cornish coast, 25 November 1897. More history

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Tuesday, April 19, 1870]:
On Saturday last a handsome schooner, of 270 tons burthen, was launched from the yard of Messrs Graves, at Peel. She was named the Western Maid by Miss Ward, a daughter of K. Ward, Esq., ..

Wooden schooner Kate, built Henry Thomas Graves, Peel (son of Henry Graves), IoM, 1872, 128 tons, ON63917. Launched April. Registered Peel 1/1872. i-museum has a painting and technical drawing. Voyage Looe to Runcorn, with clay, burnt and totally lost at Moelfre Roads, 31 January 1933. More history.

[from Isle of Man Times, Saturday, April 13, 1872]:
On Tuesday last, a very handsome schooner was launched from Mrs Graves's ship-building yard, on the quay, in Peel. The day was beautifully fine, and this proved an extra inducement for the town's folk to assemble in considerable numbers to witness the ceremony. The hill side, from which a commanding view was obtainable, appeared to be the favourite standing ground, if we may judge from the number of persons congregated upon it. The necessary arrangements had been made, some days previously - the ways had been laid down and every care taken to ensure success. Shortly after 11 o'clock, the noise of the workman's hammers - knocking away the supporting stays - gave unmistakable notice that the launch was about to take place. At this time a considerable number of men and boys were on the deck of the vessel, which was gaily dressed with flags. Everything being in readiness, the last block was knocked away, and at a quarter to twelve o'clock the schooner began to move; and, amidst a deafening cheer, was soon afloat in that element in which she was destined. Just as she began to move, Miss Kate Graves (who had been specially requested by the captain and owners to act as sponsor) firmly and gracefully dashed a bottle of wine upon the stern of the schooner, christening her the Kate. .... She is intended for the fruit trade and will be commanded by Captain Henry Watterson, and is 230 tons burthen.

[from Western Mail 02 February 1933]:
KATE. Amlwch telegraphs: Schooner Kate, of Peel, Looe (Cornwall) to Runcorn cargo clay, while sheltering Moelfre Roads during last night's gale; cabin caught fire; crew landed by lifeboat; Lloyd's agent trying arrange beach vessel.
KATE. Schooner Kate (before reported) burnt to water's edge from stern to mainmast and sank.

Built Thomas Watson, Peel.

Hearts of Oak Sm(FV) 1876
SS Lady Loch 1881
SS Mermaid 1888
Phoebe Sr 1891
Griqualand West (Nellie Fleming) Sr 1893

Wooden smack Hearts of Oak, built Thomas Watson, Peel, 1876, 33 tons. ON63919, registered Peel 1/1877, Liverpool 21/1886, Douglas 6/1891, Ramsey by 1910. FV owned Hoylake in 1880s. Reg closed 1925.

Wooden schooner Phoebe, built Thomas Watson, Peel, 1891, 77 tons. ON63825, registered Peel 1/1892. Voyage Tyne to Annalong, master Charles Gill, in collision with SS Duke of Lancaster, 3 miles SE of Mew Island on 15th September 1900 and was sunk. 1 man drowned. BoT report. More history

[from Isle of Man Times, Monday, December 28, 1891]:
LAUNCH OF A SCHOONER. The schooner which has been built at Mr Watson's shipbuilding yard, Peel, will be launched on New Years Day. The ceremony of christening the vessel is to be performed by Miss Mylchreest, of the Whitehouse, and considerable interest should attach to the event.

Wooden schooner Griqualand West, built Thomas Watson, Peel, 1892, 116 tons, ON67851, registered Peel 2/1894. 3-masted. Wrecked off Breaksea in February 1898. But salvaged and registered at Cork, as Nellie Fleming, until 1914. Ashore in Ardmore Bay, 18 December 1913, crew saved.

[from South Wales Echo 17 February 1898]:
WRECK OF A CARDIFF-LADEN BARQUE. The Irish barque Griqualand West, of Youghal, went ashore on Breaksea Point on Tuesday night, and it is feared that she will become a total wreck. All the crew were saved, but they had a rough experience. The barque carried six hands, including Captain O'Brien, all of whom belong to Youghal. [Peel newspaper adds: wreck and coal for sale at Cardiff]

[from Cork Weekly Examiner Saturday 27 December 1913]:
WRECK OF THE NELLIE FLEMING. Dungarvan, Saturday. When the news was flashed to Helvick Head Coastguard station on Thursday night, that a vessel was in distress in Ardmore Bay, the life-boat crew were summoned by the rocket, the report of which was heard for miles around. The men assembled with all haste, and within a short space of time the life-boat was on its way to the wreck, which lay some nine miles distant, They arrived at the scene of the distressed vessel, when they found that the crew had come ashore in their own boats. The night was pitchy dark, but fine, and the promptitude of the men is worthy of all praise. Had their services been required, they would have taken off the crew, but when they found things were all right they proceeded back to the station. The vessel, which lies on the rocks, is sure to become a total wreck,

Unknown or other builder at Peel (in many cases, probably built in one of Graves two shipyards)

Eleanor Sm 1819
Peel Castle Sm 1824
Ebenezer Sm 1824
John Sm 1825
Brilliant Sm 1828
Manksman Sm 1838
Glenfaba Sm 1838
Rambler Sm 1839
St German Sm 1839
Rover Sm 1840
Peveril Sm 1840
Ranger Sm 1841
Princess Mary Sm 1843 (built Edgar)
Mauthe Dhoo Sm 1843
Union Sm 1844
King Olave Sm 1844
Brilliant Sm 1845
Argo Sm 1845
Jehu Sm 1845
George Sm 1846
Friends Sm 1846
William & Margaret Sm 1846
Lord Bangor Sm 1848
Flower of Morne, Sm 26t 1848 ON8018 (Reg Newry 4/1848, to 1871)
New Mary Anne Sm 1854 (later Hebe)
Gem Sm 1858
Emu, Sm 21t, 1859, ON27254, reg Douglas 8/1859, to Dublin 1874-1889.
Fox Sm 1860
Maggie Sm 1861
Bessy, Sm 24t, 1861, ON44429, reg Douglas 5/1862, wrecked Courtmacsherry in late 1870s.
Rover Sm 1861
Wild Duck Sm 1861
Bee Hive Sm 1861
Mary Sm 1861
Wasp Sm 1862
Meteor, Sm 26t 1863, ON45467, reg Douglas 7/1863, to Tralee 1886-1909.
Storm King Sm 1866
Maggie Maddrell Yl 1875
Bee Hive Lu(FV) 1877
Progress Sr 1879

Wooden smack Eleanor, built Peel, IoM, 1819. 33 tons. Registered Peel 2/1829, master Kelly. Voyage IoM to Liverpool, with herrings, ashore entering Mersey, 8 September 1833.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, September 14, 1833]:
We are sorry to learn, by the Mona's Isle, that the smack Eleanor, of Peel, whilst attempting to enter Liverpool by the new channel, got ashore on Sunday evening last, and has since gone to pieces. She was from the Island bound to the above place, with a cargo of fresh herrings, all of which, we hear, have been lost. Crew and part of materials saved.

Wooden smack Peel Castle, built Peel, IoM, 1824. 38 tons. Registered Peel 4/1824, master Archibald. SR reports: lost at sea 1825.

Wooden smack (2 masts) Ebenezer, built Peel, IoM, 1824. 31 tons. Registered Douglas 7/1828, then 11/1828, 4/1836, 23 tons, 14/1839, 5/1853, ON21911, described as galliot, 24 tons. Then 10/1855. Voyage Douglas to Liverpool, with turnips, ashore at Walney, 21 December 1859, crew of 3 saved.

[from Lancaster Gazette Saturday 24 December 1859]:
A Sloop named the Ebenezer, from Douglas to Liverpool, laden with turnips, went on shore Wednesday forenoon about 11 o'clock, at Walney, and when the tide had ran out she was left quite dry, and it is feared she will become total wreck. It appears that the sloop had got within very short distance of the Liverpool light ship, but she became unmanageable, the crew and ship were left to the mercy of the waves, and drifted to the above place. The crew (three in number) were almost exhausted when rescued, and were kept over night and provided with refreshment by Mr. Postlethwaite of Walney.

Wooden smack John, built Peel, IoM, 1825, 50 tons. Registered Peel 5/1825. Owned John Cowin, carpenter. SR reports: lost at sea 1830.

Wooden smack Brilliant, built Peel, IoM, 1828, 40 tons. Registered Peel 1/1828, 5/1836 (32 tons), broken up 1845.

Wooden smack Manksman (also Manxman), built Peel, IoM, 1838. Registered Peel 1/1838, Douglas 2/1849 36 tons. ON21932. Reg Douglas 10/1862, 33 tons. In MNL to 1878, owned Cowin, Douglas. Broken up 1878.

Wooden smack Glenfaba, built Peel, IoM, 1838. Registered Peel 21/1838, 33 tons, ON21909. Voyages found to 23 October 1874, departing Whitehaven for Peel, master Smith. SR reports: stranded at Ramsey 24 October 1874, broken up July 1875.

[from Mona's Herald, Thursday, October 29, 1874]:
RAMSEY... SMACK ASHORE. On Saturday last, several coal-laden vessels belonging to this port, and others on the Island, left Whitehaven. Among them were the schooner Brunette, which arrived in the harbour with great difficulty in consequence of the heavy gale which sprung up during the passage. The smack Glenfaba, of Peel, was not so fortunate, as she came to anchor in the bay, but the gale increasing she parted from her anchor, and drifted ashore to the north of the Dog Mills, but will doubtless be got off if the weather continues moderate.

Wooden smack Rambler, built Peel, IoM, 1839. Registered Peel 3/1839, 30 tons, ON21998. Owned Cannell & Kermode, carpenters, among others. Later owners include Corris. SR reports: lost 1857 or 1863. Voyage, with potatoes, to Whitehaven, ashore, 2 February 1860, crew saved.
Note another smaller vessel of this name was built at Peel in 1839, ON12573.

[from Isle of Man Weekly Advertising Circular, Thursday, February 09, 1860]:
The smack Rambler of Peel, Corris master, laden with potatoes is ashore near Whitehaven. The crew are saved. [ashore behind east pier, attempt to tow her off 3 February failed]

Wooden smack St German, built Peel, IoM, 1839. Registered Peel 12/1839, 36 tons, ON21987. Master Corris in 1852. SR reports: 16/6/1885, lying waterlogged and of no further use at Barnacully, Kyles of Bute.

Wooden smack Rover, built Peel, IoM, 1840. Registered Peel 1/1840, 30 tons, then 21/1842 (33 tons). Owned Henry Graves. To Douglas 9/1846. Then to Dublin 1852. ON16835. In MNL to 1886, owned Doyle, Skerries.

Wooden smack Peveril, built Peel, IoM, 1840. Registered Peel 9/1840, 35 tons, then Douglas 7/1848. Broken up 1879.

Wooden smack Ranger, built Peel, IoM, 1841. Registered Peel 2/1841, 31 tons, then Dublin 21/1846. ON8865. Owned Skerries. Broken up 1877.

Wooden smack Hart, built Peel, 1842, 36 tons, registered Peel 16/1842. To Dublin 1852. ON17921. In MNL to 1874, owned McCourt, Skerries, 32 tons.

Wooden smack Princess Mary, built Edward Edgar, Peel, IoM, 1843. Registered Douglas 11/1843 42 tons. To Peel 7/1844, then Douglas 3/1853, ON8083. Condemned 1880.

Wooden smack Mauthe Dhoo, built Peel, IoM, 1843. Registered Peel 16/1843 39 tons. ON17689. Broken up 1882.

Wooden smack Union, built Peel, IoM, 1844. Registered Peel 1/1844, 35 tons, ON1800. Sold to Quinn, Skerries 1848. Probably then ON24106, Dublin 1848, 35 tons. Broken up 1864.

Wooden smack King Olave, built Peel, Isle of Man, 1844. 43 tons, ON12819. Registered Peel 9/1844. Sailed from Peel, master Gill, 19 December 1844, to Liverpool, with potatoes. Registered Dublin 2/1849. Voyage Drogheda to Dublin, lost at Dunlaoghaire, 9 February 1861, all 4 crew saved.

[from Dublin Evening Post Tuesday, 12 February 1861]:
Ships and lives lost at Kingstown. ... King Olave, Grimes, master, Stranraer, Plymouth, all saved. ... [from Drogheda in another report]

Wooden smack Brilliant, built Peel, IoM, 1845. Registered Peel 1/1845, 36 tons, ON1473. To Dublin 1856, owned Gowan, Skerries, 33 tons. In MNL to 1874.

Wooden smack Argo, built Peel, IoM, 1845. Registered Peel 2/1845, 34 tons. To Dublin 1850, owned James Wade, Skerries, 33 tons. ON17994. 29 tons. Voyage Douglas to Strangford, in ballast, driven ashore entering Derbyhaven, 7 January 1866, crew saved.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Thursday 1 February 1866]:
Report of Captain James Wade, the Smack Argo, of Dublin, 29 tons, from Douglas for Strangford (ballast), wrecked (as before announced): Left Douglas Jan. 6, weather gloomy. At 4 P.M., gale from W., came to anchor in the roadstead at Derbyhaven. At 1 am. of 7th got sail, and took anchor on board with view of entering the harbour, wind about S.W., gale; and while making for the mouth of the harbour, found we could not clear the breakwater, and endeavoured to stay her, but she missed. As there was no room to wear ship, I let go anchor, but before many fathoms chain were out, she struck the rocks at Ronaldshay, almost one mile E. of the village of Derbyhaven. Several attempts have been made to get her off, but failed. She is so much broken up that I consider her a total wreck.

Wooden smack Jehu, built Peel, IoM, 1845. Registered Peel 9/1845, 45 tons. ON5721. SR reports: 16/3/1898, lying in a dilapidated condition on Bowling Beach under detention by the Board of Trade & not likely to go to sea again.

Wooden smack George, built Peel, IoM, 1846 Registered Peel 2/1846, 42 tons. Registered Douglas 2/1858. Owned Graves. ON1971. 1858: dimensions changed, 49 tons. Voyage Whitehaven to Peel, with coal, abandoned off St Bees Head, 20 September 1872, crew of 3 saved.

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday, 12 October 1872]:
Peel and the West. The smack George, of Peel, was abandoned on the 20th ultimo, off St. Bee's Head, in a sinking condition, having lost her mast and sprung a leak. She was from Whitehaven, and bound to Peel with coals.

Wooden smack Friends, built Peel, IoM, 1846. Registered Peel 6/1846, 33 tons. ON12108. Principal owner, Henry Graves. Sold to McDermot, Skerries, 1857, registered Dublin, 30 tons. In MNL to 1877.

Wooden smack William & Margaret, built Peel, 1846, 88 tons, ON18981. Registered Dublin 70/1846, 55 tons. In MNL to 1926, owned McBurney, Annalong, 76 tons. More history

Wooden smack Lord Bangor, built Peel, 1848, 44 tons. ON22223. Registered Dublin 1852, 46 tons. In MNL to 1894, owned Derham, Skerries. Voyage Moville to Troon, for coal, aground near Crinan, 22 December 1894, crew of 3 saved.

[from Glasgow Herald Thursday 27 December 1894]:
The screw-steamer Fingal has brought to Greenock the crew of the smack Lord Bangor, which was wrecked on the north side of the Crinan Canal in the storm of Saturday morning, and the men, three in number, have been sent to their homes in Ireland. The Lord Bangor was on a passage from Moville to Troon to load coal, and was wrecked while endeavouring to weather a point at Crinan, the men losing everything but the clothes they stood in. The Lord Bangor was owned by Mr Andrew Diveran, The Skerries, and was of 36 tons. [owner Derham in MNL]

Wooden smack New Mary Anne(also New Mary Ann), built Peel 1854, 36 tons, ON21938, registered Dublin. In 1865, repaired at Castletown, by Thomas Boyd, registered Castletown 5/1865, named Hebe, owned Mylchreest, 37 tons, smack. Voyage Newport to Portmadoc, departing 15 November 1883, missing. More history.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, May 31, 1865]:
THE SMACK HEBE, formerly the New Mary Ann, of Dublin, left the harbour yesterday on a trial trip, under the command of Captain John Quayle, who was accompanied by the owner, Mr James Mylchreest, merchant, and a few friends. The Hebe is 54 2-10ths feet long, and 17 1-10th feet beam; and will carry 70 tons of cargo. She has been fitted up under the management of Mr Thos. Boyde, shipbuilder, in a style which reflects credit on the port, and it is expected that she will not only be a fine sea going vessel, but the fastest belonging to the Island - her general appearance being that of a yacht. She is expressly intended to convey general cargo between Liverpool and Castletown, and will be placed on the station next week.

[from Aberdeen Free Press Thursday 13 March 1884]:
MISSING AND OVERDUE VESSELS. The following vessels, which have not been heard of since the dates specified, are considered overdue: Hebe, Jones, which sailed from Newport for Portmadoc on 15th November last.

Wooden smack Gem, built Peel, IoM, 1858, 44 tons, ON26972. Registered Dublin 37/1858. In MNL to 1889, owned Tegan, Skerries, 44 tons. In 1884 was trading Whitehaven to Skerries, master Edwards, and in 1887 arrived Wick from Lerwick, in ballast.

Wooden smack Fox, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 1/1861, 35 tons. ON28703. Owned Graves, so probably built by him. Voyage Liverpool to Peel, general cargo, ashore Portyerrock, then driven offshore and sank, 24 January 1868, crew saved.

[from Lloyd's List Wednesday 29 January 1868]:
ISLE OF WHITHORN; 25th Jan. The FOX (smack), of Douglas, from Liverpool to Peel, with general cargo, was run ashore Portyerrock bay, with loss of sails, yesterday, but dragged her anchor, floated out to sea, and sunk; crew saved.

Wooden smack Maggie, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 4/1861, 30 tons. ON28705. Owned H Graves, so possibly built by him. In MNL to 1878, owned Clencey, Peel, 31 tons, dandy. Voyages found of Maggie, master Clencey, to February 1864, trading coastwise, Whitehaven to Douglas, etc. SR reports: lost off the Daunts Rock near Cork, 1866. Possibly relevant: There are reports of a large fishing smack [not named], belonging to the Isle of Man fishing fleet, striking a wreck near Daunt's Rock 2 April 1866, and foundering near Rocky Bay, crew of 9 saved.

[from Manchester Courier Tuesday 10 April 1866]:
Daunt's Rock, in Queenstown harbour, has been the cause of another wreck. On Monday morning, as one of the Isle of Man fleet of fishing vessels was on her way to Kinsale, going at the rate of eight knots, with a fresh N.E. wind, she sailed over the remains of the wreck of the City of New York, and the tides being at the springs, and low water at the time, the stump of the steamer's mast (which dries about four feet) ran through her bottom. Fortunately, the smack had such way that she tore over the spar, but began to fill. Her crew had to run her for land, and the water gained so fast that the vessel went down in Rocky Bay, about a quarter of a mile from the shore. The crew, nine in number, saved themselves in their boat. She was a fine craft, and was just refitted with new nets for the mackerel season. The string of nets was over three miles in length, and, together with the vessel, were worth up to £1,000.

Wooden smack Wild Duck, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 7/1861, 30 tons. ON28708. Owned Thomas Graves. In MNL to 1876, as dandy. SR reports: missing since 22 May 1866, on which date she sailed from Swansea.

Wooden smack Bee Hive, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 10/1861, 30 tons. ON28709. 2 masts. Part owned Graves. By 1878 1 mast. SR states: lost 5 November 1898, when owned Teare, Peel.

Wooden smack Mary, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 15/1861, 34 tons. ON29602. Owned R Quiggin. To Castletown 1881. SR reports abandoned 3 March 1902.

Wooden smack Rover, built Peel 1861. Registered Douglas 6/1862, 39 tons. ON44422. Voyage Whitehaven to Peel, with coal, departing 8 October 1874, missing.

[from Lloyd's List Thursday, 21 January 1875]:
The Rover of Douglas, I.M., Clucas, Off. No. 44,442, sailed from Whitehaven with coal, for Peel I.M., on the 8th October last, and has not since been heard of.

Wooden smack Wasp, built Peel 1862, 30 tons, ON29607, registered Douglas 4/1862. 2 masts. Owners include Henry Graves. To Belfast 1873. In MNL to 1884, owned Finnegan, Portaferry, dandy, 31 tons. Voyage Maryport to Portaferry, with coal, ashore at Ballyferris Point, 6 November 1884. Captain and boy lost, mate saved.

[from Downpatrick Recorder Saturday 8 November 1884]:
Last night, at eleven o'clock, during a gale of wind from the south-east, the smack Wasp, of Portaferry (owner, Mrs. Caughey), from Maryport to Portaferry, with gas coal, went ashore on the Long Rock, convenient to where the Trial was ashore a fortnight ago, and is a total wreck. Her crew consisted of two men and a boy. Immediately after she struck, the main boom broke adrift, knocking the boy overboard, who was not seen again. The captain and mate, after considerable difficulty, succeeded in launching their small boat, and when near the beach she filled with water. The mate then jumped ashore, and entreated the captain to follow. This, however, probably owing to his exhausted state, he was unable to do. A few minutes afterwards they made an attempt to go back to help him, and found him lying in the water drowned. An inquest will probably be held today. All the crew belonged to Portaferry. The captain leaves a wife and two children to mourn his untimely end. Remarkable to say, the boy Ned Mullan is the third son of his family who has come to his death under similar circumstances. [master Patrick Tumelty, mate George Tumelty, at Ballyferris Point]

Wooden smack (2 masts) Storm King, built Peel 1866, 31 tons, ON49793, registered Peel 1/1866. Owner R Corrin. To Dublin 1876, owned fishermen, Howth.

Wooden yawl Maggie Maddrell, built Peel 1875, 32 tons, ON63924, registered Peel 1/1882. FV. Owners include John Moore and Thomas Maddrell. Voyage Loch-na-Keill to Dublin, with herrings, driven ashore near Keills Pier, 11 December 1883, 3 lost, 1 survived.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, December 22, 1883]:
Wreck of a Peel lugger. The Maggie Maddrell, of Peel, from Loch Nevis to Dublin with herrings, left Loch-na-Keill, North Knapdale, at 11 o'clock a.m. on Tuesday. When off the Cantyre coast and in sight of Rathlin Light, she had to put back, and was abreast of the Iron Rock Lighthouse about 10 o'clock at night, by which time the gale was at its height. She then endeavoured to make for Crinan. When opposite Keills, the bowsprit and foresail gave way, the wind coming at the time from N.N.W. The boat, owing to the loss of bowsprit and foresail, became unmanageable, and was driven on the rocks to the south of Keill's Ferry. The crew consisted of three men and a boy, viz.: William Fargher, master; William Callister, seaman; William Fargher, seaman, and nephew of the master; and Joseph Gelling, boy, about 16 years of age. ... only seaman Fargher survived ...

Wooden lugger Bee Hive, built Peel 1877, 36 tons, ON96398, First registered Skibbereen 1/1894, which is surprisingly late after her date of build. Then Belfast 1903 - 1929. Auxiliary motor added 1912, 26 hp, screw. By that date 25grt, 15nrt. Reported in 1908 as involved in Mackerel fishing off Kinsale.

Wooden schooner Progress, built Peel 1879, 48 tons, ON63922, registered Peel 1/1879. Owners include Thomas Watson. Shipping register reports, 8/10/1924, lost and broken up in Liverpool.

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Built Ramsey

Built John Taggart
Unknown or other builder
Built Patterson
Isle of Man Ship Building Co (Thomas Cumming Gibson, McDonald & Arnold)
Built Graves & Kermeen

Builder John Taggart, Ramsey.

John Taggart of Liverpool had boat building experience; he moved to Ramsey in 1831 and set up a substantial shipyard there. He terminated his partnership with William Ginn at Liverpool in 1831.
In 1836 he terminated his partnership with Charles Humberston and Samuel Frodsham (ship builders, etc at Liverpool and Ramsey). Humberston and Frodsham of Liverpool were declared bankrupt in 1837. Their shipyard was for sale February 1838, together with 2 partly built vessels, T C Gibson purchased the yard - and later added a patent slip.
A shipyard area at Ramsey, owned by Taggart, was for sale 1848, described as located north and west of T C Gibson's Ship-yard. More about Taggart.

Emulous Sm 1829
Ramsey Sr 1832
Cestrian S 1833
Sarah Sr 1833
Magistrate S 1834
Velocity Bg 1835
Diamond S 1835
Ellen Bg 1836
Georgetown Bk 1836
Palmyra Bk 1837
Superior Bk 1837

Wooden smack Emulous, built Taggart, Ramsey, IoM, 1829, 37 tons. Registered Ramsey 8/1829. Arrived Whitehaven 2 September 1834 from Ramsey, master Spranger [SR has Sprainger]. Voyage Whitehaven to Ramsey, anchored in Ramsey bay, but driven ashore, 6 November 1834, with loss of all on board (3 crew and 2 passengers)

[from Mona's Herald, Friday, November 14, 1834]:
Ramsey Bay.. Two ships and two smacks, however, remained; and between nine and ten o'clock, the wind from S. E. to S., blowing strong, accompanied with heavy showers of rain, one of the ships was observed to be dragging her anchors, and shortly after the smack Emulous, T. Sprainger master, with a crew of two men, named Corlett and Roxborough, and, it is said, a male and female passenger, of and bound for Ramsey, coal laden from Whitehaven, which port she left on the previous night, was observed to be in the same predicament. .... The Emulous had now drifted into the breakers, about quarter of a mile to the northward of the ship [Russian ship St Peter, also ashore], where, having been struck with a heavy sea on the larboard bow, she staggered for an awful moment of suspense; instantly upset, and melancholy to relate, all on board perished in the yawning waves. [male passenger named Cowley]

Wooden schooner Ramsey, built Taggart, Ramsey, IoM, 1832, possibly vessel registered Lancaster 5/1833, 62 tons. By 1849, registered Dundalk, 90 tons. ON17007. Last voyage found: arriving Troon from Dundalk, 18 May 1860, master Finnigan. Lost at sea, before 21 February 1861, all 4 crew lost. Owned Mrs Finegan.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, April 24, 1832]:
A new vessel, named the Ramsey, of 60 tons burthen. built by Messrs. Taggart and Co., was launched from their building-yard, at Ramsey, on Monday the 10th instant.

[from Clare Journal and Ennis Advertiser Thursday, 21 February 1861]:
The Ramsey, of Dundalk, has not been heard of up to this time, and it is feared she has foundered in the channel. She was the property of Mrs Finegan of Dundalk, whose son was on board.

Wooden ship Cestrian, built Taggart, Ramsey, 1833, 380 tons. Jan 1834, new, British built, for sale at Liverpool, 380 tons. Advertised, owned Aikin & Hughes, to Bombay May 1834, master Killock/Kellock. On one trip he brought a live tiger that was displayed at Liverpool. Only sparse information in LR. Later barque rigged. Owned Bibby, sold to Maxwell 1840. In LR1842: built Isle of Man 1833, 381 tons. Voyage Bonny to Liverpool, with palm oil, grounded on St Patrick's Causeway, 15 January 1849, crew saved. More history.

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday 23 January 1849]:
SHIPWRECK On Monday last, the bark Cestrian, Thomas Armstrong master, on her homeward voyage from Bonny, Africa, for Liverpool, struck near Barmouth, on the Welch coast. The place where she grounded is called the St. Patrick's Causeway, and is a long hard bank, extending out for miles into the sea. The unfortunate vessel must have struck with great force, as the captain reports her back is broken and upper works stove in, there appears no chance of her again being got off. The crew fortunately escaped in the boats and landed at Barmouth. The ship was laden with a large and valuable cargo of palm oil, which together with the vessel was the property of Messrs Maxwell, of Liverpool. Both were insured. [palm oil barrels came ashore between Criccieth and Porthmadoc]

Information about Taggart's shipyard:

Voyage Liverpool to Ramsey missing, 31 January 1833.

[from Manx Sun, Tuesday, February 26, 1833]:
A flat, called the Prince William, was dispatched from Liverpool on Tuesday the 29th ult., loaded principally with stores for the ships which are to be built at the new yard, belonging to Messrs. Taggart, and Co. In addition to a large quantity of stores which the flat had on board, she had a considerable quantity of furniture for the new house which has been erected in Messrs. Taggarts' yard, for the residence of the manager. The weather being exceedingly boisterous on the 29th ult., she was put back to Liverpool on the following morning. On the 31st, she put to sea again, and has not been heard of since. For some time hopes were entertained that she might have been put into one of the ports on tbe English or Scotch coast; but these hopes have hitherto been disappointed. It is generally concluded now, that she must have been swamped during the boisterous night of the 31st ult. By this misfortune four men, natives of Ramsey and its neighbourhood, have perished. One of them has left a widow and five children, another has left a widow and seven children, a third was married a few days before he left Liverpool, and the fourth was a single man. The names of the sufferers are: Wm. Christian, the master; Robert Christian, his brother; Daniel Cormode, - Kneale.

Wooden schooner Sarah, built Ramsey, IoM, 1833, 88 tons, probably by Taggart. Registered Liverpool 138/1837, then Ramsey 3/1840, owned Taggart. Registered Ramsey 2/1844, 5/1846. To Liverpool 1848. In LR to 1850, with stale information. Voyage Liverpool to Montrose, master Preston, ashore near Isle Ornsay, Skye, 23 December 1847. Refloated. Then to Douglas 5/1850. ON21004, then re-registered Douglas 10/1857, 78 tons, owned Graves, Peel. Assumed to have foundered in the St George's Channel, November 1866.

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Saturday, 1 January 1848]:
Isle Ornsay. Skye. Dec 25. The schooner Sarah of Ramsey, from Liverpool, to Montrose, was driven on the Callish Rock, 23rd inst., and cannot be got off till next springs. [Sarah, Preston, sailed from Liverpool to Montrose 13 December]

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, December 01, 1866]:
Fears are entertained for the loss of the schooner Sarah, of Peel, Lewney master; she left Garston, for Belfast, on the 10 th November, and has not been heard of since.

Wooden ship Magistrate, built Taggart, Ramsey, 1834, 518 tons. Registered London 228/1840, then 318/1852. Then registered Liverpool, ON25786. In MNL to 1859. Voyage New Orleans to Liverpool, abandoned 6 August 1858.

[from Liverpool Albion Monday, 27 September 1858]:
The British barque, Magistrate, Wheeler, from New Orleans for Liverpool, was waterlogged and abandoned, 6th ult, in lat 42, lon 43.

Wooden brig Velocity , built Taggart, Ramsey, 1835. Listed in Lloyds archive, built John Taggart. Brig Velocity, Tathem, 145 tons is advertised sailing to Pernambuco February 1837. No further reports.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, February 06, 1835]:
On Tuesday last, was launched from the ship yard at Ramsey, a fine new Brig, named the Velocity built for Liverpool Merchants.

Wooden ship Diamond, built Taggart, Ramsey, 1835, 573 tons. In LR to 1853. Took convicts to Australia. Registered London 165/1840, 573 tons, then 355/1848, 14/1852, 418/1853. later Barque rigged. For sale 1853. In LR to 1853. More history. Voyage Tyne to Aden and Calcutta, with coal, burnt at Aden, 22 September 1854, crew saved.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, June 12, 1835]:
Yesterday, a very fine vessel, built by Messrs. Taggart and Co., of Ramsey about 600 tons register, was launched from the ship yard in that town; she went off the stocks in gallant style, amidst the plaudits of hundreds of spectators. The owners, the builders, and their friends, afterwards partook of a sumptuous dinner at Heelis's Hotel, where the evening was spent in the utmost harmony and conviviality.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, July 18, 1835]:
The new ship Diamond, launched a few days ago at Ramsey, is now lying in the bay of that town, and nearly ready for sea.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Friday 22 July 1853]:
SALE ... THE very useful and burthensome Barque DIAMOND, 573 tons O.M., built at Ramsey, in the Isle of Man, had very extensive repairs in 1848, and also in 1850, at which time she had new decks; her lower deck fastenings were renewed; she had a thorough overhaul and was sheathed with yellow metal over patent felt, in 1852....

[from Bombay Gazette Monday, 9 October 1854]:
The merchant ship Diamond, R Armstrong master, was unfortunately burnt to a shell in the harbour of Aden, 22nd September. ... Fire caused by crew smoking out rats. [owned Kenrick, London; voyage Tyne to Aden and Calcutta with coal]

Wooden barque Ellen, built IoM, 1835, 409 tons. [LR gives built 1835, Lloyds survey has 1836, possibly vessel launched at Ramsey, January 1836, circa 350 tons]. Owned Battersby. Entered loading at Liverpool for Rio de Janeiro, November 1836. Registered London 105/1841, then Liverpool 48/1844, 408 tons, then 285/1849, 290/1853. Voyages with master Yapp to May 1842. Marwood 1854 Liverpool registered: has barque, master A Fyfe, built Ramsey 1836, 408 tons. For sale 1854, 356/409 tons. Also for sale February 1855 at Sunderland. In LR (with sparse info) to 1856. Not found in MNL. Possible last voyage found: with master Fife, at Helvoet 19 June 1856, from Bo'ness.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, January 22, 1836]:
A fine ship was launched on Monday last from the building-yard of Messrs. Taggart and Co., Ramsey. She will register about 350 tons, and went off in grand style.

[from Newcastle Chronicle Friday 23 February 1855]:
For Sale. The barque Ellen, 356 Tons O.M., 409 Tons N.W., and now lying in the Sunderland Dock, where she has recently discharged a cargo from Sierra Leone; is well adapted for this or the American Trade; was doubled on Felt in the wales, and sheathed with Zinc in 1858; and being abundantly found with Stores, and in excellent Condition,....

Wooden barque Georgetown (launched as May), built Taggart, Ramsey, 1836, 412 tons. Registered Glasgow 59/1836, 412 tons. For sale 1846, 358 tons OM., then registered London 423/1846. Voyage London, to Newport then Havana (or Callao), master Dove, departing Newport, 12 October 1847. Captain William Dove, of the barque, Georgetown, of London, was drowned off the West coast of Africa, on the 26th January 1848.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, April 29, 1836]:
On Monday next, the 2d of May, a very fine new barque, one of the largest hitherto built at Ramsey, of 408 tons register, to be called the May, will be launched from the building yard of Messrs. J. Taggart and Co.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday, 26 May 1836]:
Sale .... The fine new barque May (but whose name may be changed), burthen about 412 tons, ...

Wooden barque Palmyra (launched as Chariot), built Taggart, Ramsey, IoM, 1837, 411 tons nm. Reported by i-Museum as built Taggart, Douglas. Size and date suggests that she was launched as Chariot. Advertised May 1837 loading at Liverpool for Demerara, master Croal, owned Booker. Registered Liverpool 156/1840, 415 tons; London 57/1845, 414 tons. For sale 1852. ON39562. Voyage Demerara to London, abandoned, 8 January 1856, crew saved.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, December 03, 1836]:
Last week there was launched at Ramsey a very handsome ship called the Chariot, burden about 500 tons. She is now being rigged, preparatory to her departure for Liverpool.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, January 10, 1837]:
The new ship Chariot, lately launched from the building-yard of Messrs. Taggart and Co., Ramsey, left that port on Sunday last, on her first voyage.
[built John Taggart, Ramsey, 1837, 411 tons (nm), 350 tons (om), owned Charles Humberston & Co.; from Lloyds survey report].

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Monday 15 November 1852]:
Sale.. THE good Barque PALMYRA, 414 tons N.M. per register built at the Isle of Man 1837, under inspection, and has always been in the hands of the present owners, who have kept her in the highest order; is copper-fastened, and was coppered with heavy copper, over patent felt, in 1850, and July 1851, was opened out in Dowson's Dock, and had new sheer strakes, and greater part topsides. Is well found stores, sails fast, carries a large cargo, and has superior accommodations, and good height between decks for passengers; Alexander Croal, Commander. Lying the East London Dock.

[from Greenock Advertiser Tuesday, 29 January 1856]:
Liverpool Jan 25. The Palmyra, Croal, from Demerara, for London, was abandoned 8th inst., crew taken off by the Alma, arrived here today from Trinidad.

Wooden barque Superior, built Taggart, Ramsey, 1837, 411 tons. Lloyds survey gives builder Taggart. Sailed to Batavia 1838. For sale December 1849, 348 tons O.M. Registered London 195/1843, then 675/1854, then Cardiff 1856. ON12921. In MNL to 1857. Voyage Cardiff to Ascension, with coal, foundered off Kinsale, 27 May 1857.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, April 25, 1837]:
A fine barque called the Superior, was launched on Saturday last, from the building-yard of Messrs. Humberston and Frodsham, of Ramsey. Her burden, per register, is 411 tons. [Humberston & Frodhsham were partners of John Taggart, but their partnership ended December 1836]

[from Glasgow Saturday Post Saturday, 6 June 1857]:
The barque Superior, of Cardiff, Captain Bevan, from Cardiff, with coals for Ascension, foundered seven miles off Queenstown; captain and crew brought in there by the Borland. [gale, leaky, pumps choked, abandoned, later foundered, crew saved]

Unknown or other builder, Ramsey - described as Ramsey shipyard. Here mainly the post-Taggart era up to 1841 when many vessels were built. From the late 1830s, vessels were built (mainly by John Briggs) for the East Coast. London, Newcastle & Isle of Man Shipping Company was named in several cases, later British Shipping Company.

Sisters Sm 1803
John Bull Sm 1804
Amelia Sm 1804
Carolina Sm 1815
Mona Castle Sm 1817
Lord Glenlyon Sm 1823
London Sm 1824 (built Camaish)
Anna Sm 1826
Caledonia Sm 1827
Defiance Sm 1830 (built Kneale)
Supply Sm 1830 (built Callow)
Amelia Sm 1831 (built Cowley)
Harmony Sr 1831 (built McMeekan)
James Crawford Sm 1832 (built McMeekan)
Asenath Sm 1833 (built Callow)
Isabella Sm 1833 (built Callow)
Edward Sm 1835 (built Callow)
Jane Sm 1835 (built Fargher)
William Sm 1835 (built Callow)
Thomas Sm 1835 (built Callow)
Mona's Queen Sr 1838 (built Moore)
Eagle Sm 29t 1839 ON21971 (built Wm Neale, reg Ramsey 2/1840, BU 1871)
Maid of Mona Sn 1839
Lima Bg 1839 (Sulby)
Georgiana Bg 1839, built Briggs
Manico Bg 1840, built Briggs
Deemster Bg 1840, built Briggs
Australian Bg 1840, built Briggs
Taglioni Bk 1840, built LNSS SCo
Fenella Bk 1840
Cadet Bk 1841, built Briggs
Majestic Bg 1842, built Kincale
Iron Mines Sm 1846, built Martin
Repeater Sr built PEI 1844, rebuilt John Taggart, Ramsey 1847, 83 tons.
Mary Jessie Bg 1849 (launched as Gleaner)
Emma Bg 1857
Nerbudda Ke 1882

Wooden smack Sisters, built Ramsey, IoM, 1803, 35 tons. Registered Ramsey 1/1824; Douglas 9/1826; 6/1830; 14/1836; (now 27 tons); 8/1845; to Liverpool 1851. ON15909, by 1869 registered Dublin. In MNL to 1887, owned Ternan, Skerries, 25 tons.

Wooden smack John Bull, built Ramsey, IoM, 1804, 36 tons. To Campbeltown 1830, owned Gigha.

Wooden smack Amelia, built Ramsey, IoM, 1804, 33 tons. Registered Peel 2/1814, 20/1825(27 tons), 7/1830, 3/1831 (33 tons), 1/1837. 1839 sold to Flanagan, Skerries, registered Dublin 48/1839, 30 tons. Voyages of Amelia, based Skerries, master Grimes, found to November 1845. Probably this vessel: ON8653, in MNL to 1871, when broken up, owned Kelly, Balbriggan, 26 tons.

Wooden smack Carolina, built Ramsey, IoM, 1815, 30 tons. Registered Derbyhaven 4/1824, 6/1827, Broken up on the beach between Douglas and Santon Heads, November 1830.

Wooden smack Mona Castle, built Ramsey, IoM, 1817, 53 tons, registered Ramsey 5/1817, then Douglas 27/1825, 6/1833. Advertised trading Douglas - Liverpool. Stranded on the Sunderland Bank near Lancaster in the hurricane of 7 January 1839 and became a total wreck.

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Saturday 12 January 1839]:
ISLE OF MAN. This Island, we believe, never experienced so severe a gale as the one with which it was visited on Monday. .... we have great reason to fear for the safety of several Manx vessels which hed left port before the gale came on. The Mona Castle, Phoenix, Foxdale, and James Holmes, left on Sunday morning about 4 o'clock; the James Holmes put back the same afternoon, being at the time within sight of Orms head. The Phoenix, Corkhill, arrived at Liverpool with loss of rudder and other damage. The Mona Castle was seen outside the banks on Sunday evening, and has not since been heard of. The schooner Foxdale is sunk in Waterloo dock, and not worth repairing. The smack William, belonging to Messrs. John Moore and Co., sunk opposite Prince's pier, and not reparable. .....

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Friday 11 January 1839]:
HEYSHAM NEAR LANCASTER. Jan. 8. The Alert, Hall, from Liverpool to Sligo, is on shore off this place, and it is feared will go to pieces. The Mona Castle, -, from the Isle of Man to Liverpool, is on shore near this; cargo discharging. The Yeoman, Thorns, from Liverpool to Demerara, which sailed on Sunday, is on Lancaster Sands; cargo washing out: masts standing; no account of the crew.

Wooden smack Lord Glenlyon, built Ramsey, IoM, 1823, 55 tons. Registered Ramsey 7/1823, 15/1825. SR quotes wrecked 5 July 1834. Voyage, with potatoes, from Scotland, to IoM, driven ashore at Port Lewaigue, 27 April 1834, crew saved.

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, April 29, 1834]:
The smack Lord Glenlyon, of Ramsey, Joseph Beaman, master, laden with a cargo of potatoes, from Scotland, was driven ashore on Sunday night last, under Port Lewaigue. Crew saved, and cargo discharging.

Wooden smack London, built Ramsey, IoM, 1824, 35 tons. SR gives builder John Camaish. Registered Ramsey 3/1824, 7/1829. Voyage Ramsey to Whitehaven, 12 February 1835, ashore at Foulney Island, master and 1 passenger died, 3 saved.

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Tuesday, 17 February 1835]:
The smack London, of Ramsey, John Garrett, master, bound from Ramsey to this port, with a cargo of grain, was stranded Thursday night last, at Pile Fouldray, to the southward of Foulney Isle. The crew consisted of three persons, the captain and two others, and there were also a man and a young girl passengers. They took to the boat as soon as the vessel struck, securing such clothing, &c., as the exigency of the moment permitted. Not knowing the place in the dark, they left the vessel immediately and got on shore in the boat. Having landed upon the island, they there remained without the least shelter, exposed to the united inclemency of a violent gale, rain, snow, &c., till daylight on Friday morning. The mate, being the strongest man, immediately proceeded to Rampside from whence prompt aid was sent. The poor girl, whose age might be 13, had died of starvation during the night; and the captain, who had been in a weak state previously, expired about daylight in the morning, before he could be removed from the island.

Wooden smack Anna, built Ramsey, IoM, 1826, 33 tons. Registered Ramsey 7/1826, then Douglas 1/1835, 12/1836 (21 tons). From SR: lost with all hands on passage from Liverpool, master after 1840, Kelly. Voyage Douglas to Liverpool, master Kelly, sailed 25 January 1842. Lost 26 January 1842, with all 3 hands.

[from Manks Advertiser, Wednesday, February 09, 1842]:
... several Manx vessels had been wrecked on the coast of Liverpool, during the storm of Wednesday se'nnight and that many hands had been lost. We are now enabled to give the names of the unfortunate sufferers, and the number of children deprived of support, by that dire calamity. The crew of the Anna comprised Thomas Kelly, master, who has left a wife and one child; John Skillicorn, wife and three children, and John Clucas, unmarried.

Wooden smack Caledonia, built Ramsey, IoM, 1827, 42 tons. Registered Ramsey 2/1827, then 3/1836, now 28 tons. Voyages found with master Brown to 1841. Voyage Ramsey to Liverpool, foundered off Maughold Head, 14 December 1841.

[from Morning Herald (London) Monday, 20 December 1841]:
DOUGLAS (Isle of Man), Dec.15. The sloop Caledonia, from Ramsey to Liverpool, foundered off Mang Hold [sic] Head, last night; Crew saved.

Wooden smack Defiance, built Charles Kneale, Ramsey, IoM, 1830, 61 tons (from summary and SR). Registered Lancaster 1803, then 1826; Ramsey 3/1830, 8/1830, 3/1837, when 43 tons. In LR as 43 tons, owned by her master, Teare, Ramsey. Registered Ramsey 1/1850, 41 tons. ON9275. Voyage from Ramsey, ashore on Lady Island, wrecked, 19 January 1857, crew saved.

[from Greenock Advertiser Tuesday, 20 January 1857]:
Troon, January 16. The smack Defiance, Teare, of and from Ramsay went on shore on Lady Island yesterday, and has become a total wreck; crew all well, and saved their clothes. The vessel and appurtenances have since been sold for £15.

Wooden smack Supply, built William Callow, Ramsey, 1830, 39 tons. Registered Ramsey 2/1830, then 5/1836, then 2/1849, now 29 tons. Voyage to Port St Mary, got on a rock and wrecked, crew saved, 3 April 1849.

[from Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser Tuesday 10 April 1849]:
Douglas. IM. April 4. On Tuesday last, the smack Supply of Ramsey, was wrecked at Port St Mary. She missed stays, and ran upon the rock known as Carter, carrying off on side of the vessel and losing the cargo. Some seamen belonging to the harbour, towed out a number of empty barrels, and floated the main part of the wreck into the harbour. No lives were lost.

Wooden smack Amelia, built John Cowley, Ramsey, 1831, 26 tons. Registered Ramsey 8/1831, then 10/1834, to Newry 1836. Voyage Liverpool to Strangford, with coal, in fog, wrecked IoM, 12 May 1842.

[from Vindicator Saturday 28 May 1842]:
The smack Amelia, of Newry, from Liverpool to Strangford, coal laden, was totally wrecked on Spanish Head, Isle of Man, 12th inst. during heavy fog; crew and part of spars and rigging saved. [master John Robinson of Strangford]

Wooden schooner Harmony, built Daniel McMeekan, Ramsey, 1831, 84 tons. Registered Ramsey 4/1831, then 18/1836, then 2/1842, 76 tons. In LR to 1844 with sparse data, master and owner Brown. Described as belonging to Isle of Man. Voyage Clyde to Gibraltar, departing 8 February 1842, reported overdue. SR states loss reported 7 January 1846. However, wrecked 26 January 1845, on Pollan Strand.

[from Morning Herald (London) Wednesday, 6 July 1842]:
The Harmony, Brown, sailed from the Clyde 8 Feb. for Gibraltar and has not since been heard of. [not reported in SR]

[from Lloyd's Weekly Newspaper Sunday, 16 February 1845]:
At Ennishowen, near Londonderry, another fatal shipwreck happened. The ill-fated craft was the Harmony, of Ramsey, Brayden, master; and the occurrence took place on Sunday morning. She struck on a shoal called Glasheady, situate about half a mile off the beach. The numbers lost are supposed to be 13.

[from Derry Journal Tuesday 8 April 1845]:
Sale at POLLON STRAND, between Ballyliffin and Carrackabracky Castle, near Carndonagh, the BROKEN-UP HULL, SPARS, &c., of the late Schooner Harmony, of Ramsey, wrecked on the morning of the 26th January.

Wooden smack James Crawford, built Nathaniel McMeekan, Ramsey, IoM, 1832, 51 tons. Registered Ramsey 4/1832, then 16/1836, 45 tons. Owned Crawford, registered Ramsey. Voyages, with master Young, to Wick. Then master Teare. Voyage Liverpool to Port Rush, foundered off Mull of Galloway, 5 March 1846.

[from Cumberland Pacquet, and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser Tuesday, 14 April 1846]:
The smack James Crawford, belonging to Ramsey, is reported to have foundered with all hands, on the 5th of March, off the Mull of Galloway, while on her passage from Liverpool to Port Rush, Ireland.

Wooden smack Asenath (also Asinath), built William Callow, Ramsey, IoM, 1833, 36 tons. Registered Ramsey 1/1833. Master Robert Christian. Voyages found from Liverpool, master R Christian, April - September 1833. SR states: reg closed 5 July 1834, wrecked.

Wooden smack Isabella, built William Callow, Ramsey, IoM, 1833, 54 tons. Registered Ramsey 7/1833, 18/1836, 4/1846, 45 tons. Master D Corlett, lost at sea. One voyage found: arriving Liverpool, 17 April 1854, master Corlett, from Cromarty. Voyage Bridgwater to Preston, with bricks, wrecked on Horse Bank, 3 October 1854, crew of 5 saved.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, October 14, 1854]:
We are sorry to state that the fine smack, Isabella, of Ramsey, 75 tons, Corkish master, was wrecked at Lytham, near Preston, on the morning of Tuesday week. The crew were taken ashore in the life-boat, after clinging to the vessel for seven hours. She was bound from Bridgewater to Preston with a cargo of bricks. Two or three other vessels belonging to the port are missing for a considerable time, and fears are entertained relative to their safety. [struck Horse Bank, master Corkes, 45 tons register, crew of 5]

Wooden smack Edward, built William Callow, Ramsey, 1835, 45 tons. Registered Ramsey 2/1835, then 13/1836, 34 tons. ON9227. Broken up 1874.

Wooden smack Jane, built Charles Fargher, Ramsey, 1835, 50 tons. Registered Ramsey 3/1835, then 4/1836, 36 tons. Voyage Ballyshannon to Glasgow, with oats, wrecked at Ballyshannon, 13 February 1838, crew saved. Master James Brown.

[from Lloyd's List Thursday 8 March 1838]:
Whitehaven, 6 March. The Jane, Brown, bound to Glasgow, struck on the Bar leaving Ballyshannon, and her anchor having run through her bottom, she filled and sunk; Crew saved.

[from Ballyshannon Herald Friday 23 February 1838]:
Sale ... BALLYSHANNON, A QUANTITY OF Kiln-dried Oats. Saved from the Jane, of Ramsay, Capt. Brown, lately wrecked near the Bar of Ballyshannon.

Wooden smack William, built William Callow, Ramsey, 1835, 73 tons [from Ramsey SR]. Registered Ramsey 7/1835, then 33/1836, 58 tons. In LR1841-4 owned Looney, Whitehaven, master Brew, built Ramsey. Last voyage found, with master Brew, arriving Whitehaven from Orkneys, 29 September 1841. For sale at Whitehaven, since Looney bankrupt, June 1842, described as smack, 58 tons, of Ramsey, built Douglas [sic] about 6 years ago, master Kelly. Registered Douglas 9/1843, then 1/1846. Voyages found with master Looney, latest 23 October 1853, departing Cobh to Dublin. SR reports: 30/11/1855 [sic, 1853 more likely], vessel lost, master Looney.

[from Cumberland Pacquet, and Ware's Whitehaven Advertiser Tuesday 7 June 1842]:
SMACK WILLIAM, FOR SALE. ... Whitehaven ... All that good Clincher-built Smack, or Vessel, called the WILLIAM, of the port of Ramsey, of the Burthen of 58 tons or thereabouts, per Register, whereof John Kelly is now Master, with all her Stores, Furniture, Materials, and Appurtenances, to be taken as found on Board of the Vessel, which now lies in the Harbour of Whitehaven. This Smack was built at Douglas about Six Years ago, and is in excellent Condition, and well found with all necessary Stores and Materials, takes from 95 to 102 Tons of Cargo, and is suitable for the Coasting Trade. ...., (Assignees of William Looney, Bankrupt) ...

Wooden smack Thomas, built William Callow, Ramsey, 1835, 37 tons. Registered Ramsey 11/1835, then 6/1836, 27 tons. Voyages found with master Callow to October 1836. Voyage Ramsey to Liverpool, with grain, wrecked at New Brighton, 23 November 1836, master and mate saved, one man lost.

[from Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser Friday, 29 January 1836]:
The Thomas, Callow, from Ramsey was on shore at Harrington on the 23rd inst. crew saved. [much injured] [later back in service]

[from Lancaster Gazette Saturday 3 December 1836]:
During the late gale on Wednesday week the sloop Thomas, of Ramsey, laden with grain, from that port to Liverpool, was wrecked on the Red Noses. Thomas Lord, one of the crew, was unfortunately washed out of the small boat and drowned. The Captain, Edward Callow, and the remainder of the crew, were saved by the lifeboat, after clinging for four hours to the keel of the small boat, which was capsized.

Wooden schooner Mona's Queen, built Anthony Moore, Ramsey 1838. 77 tons. Lloyds survey quotes builder Anthony More. Registered Ramsey 4/1838, then 2/1850, 56 tons. ON3179. Voyage Whitehaven to Douglas, with coal, foundered 7 April 1872, off Douglas Head, crew of 4 saved. In MNL to 1872, however, SR quotes registered 4/1880, so perhaps repaired, or typo.

Wooden snow Maid of Mona, built Ramsey, IoM, 1839. 180 tons. Described in LR as owned British Shipping Co. Registered London 361/1839, Liverpool 158/1843, then Stornoway 1/1846. Voyage Liverpool to Havana, lost near Nuevitas, Cuba, 20 February 1847. Crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Tuesday, August 06, 1839]:
The new brig, Maid of Mona, launched from the Ramsey ship-yard about a fortnight ago, sailed from that port on Saturday last, for Liverpool.

[ from Liverpool Mail Saturday 26 August 1843]:
Sale ... The Brig MAID OF MONA, ... 179 new; 176 old; Length 80 feet 8-10ths, breadth 19 feet 3-10ths, depth 14 feet 4-10ths; built at Ramsey, Isle of Man, for the present owners, and registered 2d August, 1839; is coppered and in good order, sails very fast, and being a slightly vessel is well adapted to the Mediterranean trade; ....

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, April 24, 1847]:
The schooner Maid of Mona, M'Lellan, from Liverpool for Havannah, was lost near Nuevitas, on the 20th of February. Crew saved. [in Old Bahama Channel]

Wooden snow Lima (launched as name Sulby, changed to Lima, reported LR1842), built Ramsey SY, IoM, 1839, 181 tons. Registered, as Lima, Liverpool 208/1839, 180 tons, then 17/1848. By 1848 owned by her master, Martyn, of Exeter. Last voyage found, master Martyn, departing for Oporto 21 February 1850. Voyage to Memel, lost entering harbour, in a storm, 6 November 1850, all hands lost.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday, 17 October 1839]:
Sale.. The remarkable fine new brig SULBY, burthen 179 .. new; 181 .. old measurement, built at Ramsey, ... purchaser will have the option of changing the name... 81 x 19.6 x 14.5 ft. ... [Sulby is name of river at Ramsey]

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Tuesday 30 July 1850]:
Sale...THE good copper-fastened Brig LIMA, 181 tons O.M.; was built Ramsey, Isle of Man, in 1839, carries a good cargo, has an ample Inventory, is in good order, ready for immediate employment; lying in the London Dock.

[from North British Daily Mail Tuesday, 19 November 1850]: Arbroath: Brig Adelaide of Arbroath, lost entering Memel, 6 November..... Another vessel, supposed to be the Lima of Exeter, was totally lost, same time and place, every soul on board, we lament to say, having been consigned to a watery grave. [master probably named Carter, left London 18 October, in ballast, for Memel]

Wooden brigantine Georgiana, built Briggs, Ramsey 1839, 180 tons. Not found in LR1844. Registered London 231/1840. For sale 1844. Suffered damage off Tuskar, 8 October 1844. Put back in service, arriving Glasgow from Oporto January 1845, master Holmes. Sailed to Montreal, master Bisset, June 1845. In LR1846, schooner 181/143 tons, owned Hackett, London, master Bisset. Voyage Matanzas for London, wrecked 14 November 1847, NW of Memory Rock, Bahamas.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, December 13, 1839]:
SHIP LAUNCH AT RAMSEY. On Saturday last, at high water, we had a splendid ship launch, from the building yard belonging to the London, Newcastle, and South Shields Shipping Company, under the management of Mr. John Briggs. The vessel is called the Georgiana, 180 tons register, and will carry 250 tons at 11 feet water. She is decidedly the handsomest vessel ever turned off the stocks from this yard.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Thursday 13 June 1844]:
Sale.... THE Brigantine GEORGIANA, 180 tons O.M.; built Ramsey, in the Isle of Man, in December, 1839, wood-sheathed and coppered; shifts without ballast, sails fast, and is well found stores. Now lying in the London Docks. ...

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Saturday, 12 October 1844]:
On the night of the 8th inst., the Georgiana, Holmes, was run on board of, by a vessel off the Tuskar, got her stern stove in, and mainboom and mainsail carried away.

[from Liverpool Mail Saturday, 11 December 1847]:
[New York Nov 18] Georgiana, Bisset, from Matanzas for London, was wrecked Nov 14, 5 miles NW of Memory Rock; part of cargo saved.

Wooden brig Manico, built John Briggs, Ramsey, 264nrt, owned J Coulthard, Newcastle. Registered Newcastle, then London 261/1843, 264 tons, then 35/1847. Not in MNL. For sale July 1842, lying London. Later owned Littlehampton. November 1846, received damage entering Littlehampton, but repaired; for sale January 1847. Voyage to Baltimore (US), leaky, abandoned, 29 March 1847, crew saved. More history

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, February 29, 1840]:
On Tuesday week, a fine new brig, of 261 tons register, was launched in good style from the building yard, at Ramsey, amidst the cheers of an immense concourse of spectators who had congregated to witness the novel sight of a brig, completely rigged, glide into the watery element. She is purchased by J. Coulthard, Esq., of London, for the American trade.

[from Liverpool Mercury Friday 30 April 1847]:
Boston, April 5. The brig Manico, of London, Williams, from Littlehampton for Baltimore, was fallen in with, in a sinking state 29th March, in lat. 28, lon. 67, and the crew taken off by the Charlotte, arrived here from Valparaiso. [master Williamson in another report]

Wooden brig Deemster, built Ramsey, IoM, 1840, 262 tons. Lloyds survey gives builder as John Briggs. Registered London 304/1840. Owned London, Newcastle & Isle of Man Shipping Co., then Aikin. Traded Liverpool to Cape of Good Hope. For sale 1844. By 1866, registered Inverness, voyage from Canada, damaged in gale 19 September, abandoned 23 September 1846, 7 crew saved, 5 lost.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, April 24, 1840]:
On Saturday last, the good folks of Ramsey were gratified by the sight of the launch of two fine vessels, from the building-yard of that town; one a brig of 202 tons admeasurement, named the Deemster, in compliment to his Honor Deemster Christian, and the other a remarkably handsome schooner of 200 tons, named the Susan [see below]. The one had scarcely touched the water until the other was seen to be rapidly gliding down the ways, to join her consort, which formed a pleasing and novel effect. The above vessels, in beauty of design and strength of build, reflect great credit upon the Company's able and indefatigable superintendent Mr. John Briggs.

[from Edinburgh Advertiser Tuesday 3 November 1846]:
Quebec, Oct. 10. Captain M'Lean, of the barque Saxon, reports having picked up, on the 23d ult., mate and six of the crew of the brig Deemster, of Inverness, from Quebec, which was dismasted and waterlogged in the gale of the 19th September, and that the captain, carpenter, one passenger, and two seamen, were drowned. The vessel was breaking up. [abandoned vessel seen in lat 45 43 N, long 50 21 W.]

Wooden brigantine Australian (launched as Susan), built Briggs, Ramsey, IoM, 1840. 190 tons. Registered London 305/1840, 190 tons. Owned London & Newcastle Shipping Co. For sale 1842. Later registered London 87/1846. Voyage from Kerch, Crimea, via Constantinople, ashore near Canea (Kane?) 4 January 1847, master Coulon.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday 21 May 1840]:
ON SALE, The fine new Brigantine SUSAN, 190 476-3500 tons new, and 199 65-94 tons old measurement; built at Ramsey, Isle of Man, of well selected timber, and launched 2nd May of the present year. ... option of changing name ... [date of launch and tonnage match]

[from Liverpool Mercantile Gazette and Myers's Weekly Advertiser Monday, 6 June 1842]:
On SALE, The Brig AUSTRALIAN; - 190 tons new, and 199 tons old measurement. Dimensions: Length aloft 81.9 feet; Breadth 20.9 feet; Depth 13.7 feet. Built at Ramsey, under particular inspection, of well selected timber, and launched 2nd May, 1840. Her masts and spars are all of the best Baltic red pine; she is abundantly found in stores; coppered and copper fastened; combining large capacity for stowage with quick sailing, and will be found a very handy vessel for any trade her size may suit; lying in King's Dock.

[from Hull Advertiser Friday, 18 December 1846]:
Constantinople Nov 27. The Australian, Coulton, from Kertch to Hull, arrived with the loss of two anchors, in a violent gale near the mouth of the Bosphorus

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser Saturday, 27 February 1847]:
CONSTANTINOPLE Feb. 2. The Australian, Coulon, from Kertch, was on shore near Canca, on the 4th ult., full of water, and not expected to be got off. [cargo linseed, location Canea/Canae in other reports]

Wooden barque Taglioni (launched as Lady Walmsley), built Ramsey, 1840, 330 tons. Builder: London, Newcastle and South Shields Shipping Company, managed at Ramsey by John Briggs. ON572. Owned East Coast: London (367/1840), Kirkcaldy (3/1842), Blyth, Tyne (185/1855). For sale 1868 - sold foreign to Hamburg. Voyage Vyborg to Hartepool, with timber, ashore near Skagen, 5 crew saved, 6 October 1870. More history

[from Manks Advertiser, Tuesday, August 04, 1840]:
Last Thursday, a handsome barque, of 350 tons, named Lady Walmsley was launched from the building yard of the London, Newcastle, and South Shields Shipping Company, at Ramsey.

[from Darlington & Richmond Herald Saturday 15 October 1870]:
LOSS OF A TIMBER-LADEN VESSEL BOUND FOR WEST HARTLEPOOL. Intelligence has been received at West Hartlepool respecting the stranding of the Hamburg barque Taglioni (Captain Beck) near the Scaw, on her way, with deals and battens, from Wyburg to West Hartlepool. Her crew are reported to have been saved. The ship is 360 tons register. [Copenhagen, Oct 10: has gone to pieces, mate and 4 seamen saved]

Wooden barque Fenella (launched as Sans Nom), built Ramsey, 1840, 320 tons. Registered London 34/1842, 320 tons, then 150/1847. For sale 1843 by British Shipping Company, then again in 1849 and in February 1851. Voyage Maranham to Pernambuco, put into Paraiba "not being able to beat up", 19 August 1851, later for sale again in February 1852 at Liverpool. Voyage, with master Le Couteur, to Alexandria, returning to Liverpool, October 1852. In Marwood 1854, registered Liverpool 422/1852, owner and master A L Alward. Put in to Holyhead, outward bound for Callao, master Alward, 21 January 1853. In LR, with sparse information, to 1855. Not in MNL. No later reports found, probably missing or sold foreign.

[from Manx Sun, Friday, December 11, 1840]:
Yesterday was launched from the Ramsey ship-building yard, a very handsome barque ship, of 403 tons admeasurement, named the Sans Nom. She glided most beautifully into her future element, amid the cheers and good wishes of all present.

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Thursday, 21 December 1843]:
.... The handsome moulded Barque FENELLA, 299 tons O.M., 320 tons N.M.; built at Ramsey, Isle of Man; two years old, sheathed with yellow metal, and copper-fastened, shifts without ballast, and has just delivered cargo from Singapore in excellent order; she is now loading a general cargo for Trieste, in the West India Import Dock, and will be sold subject to her engagement to that port, making a good freight. This vessel has an ample supply of stores of every description, which are in first-rate order. For further particulars apply to the Secretary, at the offices the British Shipping Company.

[from Gore's Liverpool General AdvertiserThursday, 18 September 1851]:
Pernambuco 19 Aug. The English barque Fenella, from Maranham for this port, has put into Paraiba, not being able to beat up.

Wooden barque Cadet, built Ramsey, IoM, 1841, 465 tons, (by John Brigge, in Lloyds survey). Registered London 6/1841, 254/1845, 376 tons. Traded from London to Sydney. For sale 1843, 376 tons nm, 465 om. Owned British Shipping Company. Later owned Somes, London. Repairs 1845. Seems to have been employed to take convicts to Australia. Arrived Hobart 12 April 1849. Reported as sailing from Sydney for Manilla and Amoy, and picking up, on 16 July 1849, survivors of whaler Ceres in Torres Straits, and later returning with Chinese labourers. Reported in port at Sydney 17 August 1850, master Pratt. Not then tracked.
A later (built Nova Scotia 1849, registered London 381/1849, ON23232) barque of this name, 347 tons, also traded to Australia.

[from Public Ledger and Daily Advertiser Monday 22 May 1843]:
Sale. By order of the Directors of the British Shipping Company, (Unless previously disposed of private contract), THE fine-moulded Barque CADET, 376 tons (O.M.), and 465 tons (N.M.); built expressly for the Company, at Ramsey (Isle of Man), in 1841, is copper-fastened, and was coppered in 1841; has commodious poop and forecastle (the between decks laid), with lofty heights; carries very large cargo, has good inventory of stores, and requires but trifling outlay to be sent to set to sea. Now lying in the West India Export Dock, south side.

Wooden schooner Majestic, built Charles Kincale, Ramsey, 1842, 86/61 tons [from Lloyds archive]. In LR, owned Kelly. Registered Ramsey 3/1842, 62 tons. First voyage found 15 December 1842, master Corkill, from Ramsey to Liverpool. Voyage Glasgow to Runcorn with pig iron, sank on Burbo Bank, 13 March 1848, crew saved.

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday, 19 March 1844]:
Storm 15 March, Kingstown,..... The schooner Majestic, Corkhill master, of Ramsey, from Runcorn to Dublin with coals, is ashore on the Velvet Strand near Baldoyle, but expected to be got off, if the weather keeps moderate. [refloated - voyages found to 1847]

[from Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser Tuesday, 14 March 1848]:
The Majestic, Corkhill, of Ramsey, from Glasgow to Runcorn, with pig iron, struck on North Burbo this morning, and sunk. Crew saved by the boat from the Formby light-ship.

Wooden smack Iron Mines, built Martin, Ramsey, 1846, for Mr Kerr, for Maughold Iron Mine. For sale 1852, at Port Lewaigue, near Ramsey, 12 tons register. Reported trading between Maughold and Ramsey, master Christian. Not found in MNL.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, December 16, 1846]:
A tight little smack of about 20 tons, called the Iron Mines, was launched at Ramsey on Wednesday last, intended for the use of Maughold Iron Mines. The vessel was built for Mr. Kerr, and is highly creditable to Mr. Martin, the contractor.

[from Gore's Liverpool General Advertiser Thursday 23 March 1848]:
TO SHIPBUILDERS AND OTHERS. IMPORTANT SALE OF VALUABLE FREEHOLD PROPERTY IN THE ISLE OF MAN. On Wednesday next, the 29th instant, at one o'clock, at the office of Messrs. Curry and Co. if not previously disposed of by Private Contract, of which due notice will be given.
THE SHIPBUILDING YARD, in Ramsey, Isle of Man, the property of Mr. John Taggart, containing about 5000 square yards of land. Together with the BRIG, now on stocks in said yard, nearly in frame. Length of keel 82 feet, breadth of beam 22 feet moulded, with lower masts, bowsprit, topmasts and lower yards; with a quantity of TIMBER on said premises.
This Property, which lies north of the shipbuilding yard of T. C. Gibson, could, at a trifling expense, be converted into a steam boiler yard, or is suitable for the erection of a gentleman's house, as immediately in front is a large lake of water on which a yacht may be kept.
Also, that Parcel of LAND, of about 3000 square yards, lying west of T. C. Gibson's Ship Yard, and adjoining Ramsey river, being very valuable for building purposes, and for which a clear title can be given ...

Wooden brig Mary Jessie (launched as Gleaner), built Ramsey, IoM, 1849, 197 tons. Described as part built by John Taggart. For sale 1850. Registered Dundee 17/1850. Owned Horsburg, Dundee. Voyage St Petersburg to Britain, burnt 7 October 1852, crew rescued.

[from Manx Liberal, Saturday, October 20, 1849]:
A fine new brig, the property of the late Mr. Kayler, of Glasgow, (formerly the properly of Mr. John Taggart, shipwright,) was launched at Ramsey on Tuesday. She is called the Gleaner, and is allowed to be the handsomest vessel yet launched at that port.

[from Glasgow Citizen Saturday 19 January 1850]:
For Sale at Liverpool. THE substantial new British-built Brig (named pro tem) GLEANER, about 196 tons O.M, 200 tons N.M., copper-fastened, built at Ramsay, Isle of Man, under inspection. Dimensions: Length 84 ft 6 in; Breadth, 22 ft 9 inches; Depth, 14 feet. ....

[from Shipping and Mercantile Gazette Monday 18 October 1852]:
Elsinore Oct 14. .... The Acorn, Noel, of Guernsey, arrive here yesterday, and landed five men, saved from the Mary Jessie, Keay, of Dundee, from St. Petersburg for Liverpool, destroyed by fire 7th inst., off Gothland. The master and rest of the crew were saved on board the brig Mary Ann, of Shields.

Wooden brig Emma, built Ramsey, IoM, 1857, 38 tons. Registered Ramsey 3/1857. ON18465. In RCUS. Voyage Whitehaven to Ramsey, wrecked near Southerness, 12 December 1872, 2 crew saved, 1 lost. Owned T Christian.

[from Whitehaven Herald and Cumberland Advertiser Saturday 14 December 1872]:
SHIPWRECK OF A MANX COLLIER. A MAN LOST. On Wednesday week, the brigantine Emma of Ramsey, Captain William Moore, coal laden, left Whitehaven about one o'clock and had proceeded to within 3 miles of Ramsey at 3 clock the following morning when a gale sprang up, and the vessel had to be put about and ran before the wind until 2 p.m. when she struck on a sand bank in the Solway opposite the farm of West Preston, Kirkbean. The sea was very heavy, and was making complete breaches over the vessel. The crew, which consisted of the Captain, Philip Garrot, seaman, and the deceased, John Kelly, took to the rigging - Garrot uppermost, the Captain next, and Kelly lowermost. The Captain and Garrot lashed themselves to the mast, but Kelly held on by his hands only, and about half past 3 o'clock a tremendous sea broke over the vessel and washed him away. He was seen struggling in the water, but no assistance could be rendered him and he drowned. His body has not been recovered. He was unmarried, and belonged to Kirkbride, Isle of Man. The Captain and Garrot remained in the rigging till the tide went back about 7 P.M., when the vessel was left dry, and they walked on shore. The vessel and cargo belonged to Mr Thos Christian of Ramsey.

Wooden ketch Nerbudda, built Ramsey, IoM, 1882, 34 tons. Registered Ramsey 1/1883. ON76820. For sale 1896, described as a trawl boat. By 1920, registered Capetown. By 1832 with auxiliary motor. Register closed 1953.

Patterson, Ramsey. [T C Gibson set up a patent slip at Ramsey January 1856, which encouraged new shipbuilders to be based at Ramsey]

[Steamships built James Patterson]
Kate Sr 1857

Wooden schooner Kate, built Patterson, Ramsey, 1857, 62 tons, ON18464. Registered Ramsey 1/1857. Broken up 1891.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, February 11, 1857]:
LAUNCH AT RAMSEY SHIPYARD. A beautiful schooner, of almost 130 tons burthen, was launched from the Ship building-yard of Messrs. Patterson and Co., on Saturday last. She was sent afloat under the feminine cognomen "Kate," and is owned by parties in Ramsey. She is particularly adapted for the coasting trade ..

Isle of Man Ship Building Co, Ramsey, T C Gibson & Co. [iron from 1863]. Bankrupt by 1866.

[Steamships built by them]
Guide Sr 1862
Jane Oil tanker (Sr) 1862
Ramsey S 1863
Euterpe S 1863
Erato S 1864
Eurydice (launched as Wakefield) S 1865

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, February 26, 1862]:
RAMSEY SHIP BUILDING YARD
.... the spirited proprietor of our model building yard, who has had a whole lifetime of experience in ships and everything connected with or desirable for them, impressed by the actual performances of several built upon the same principles, which have been most fully and severely tried, has not only determined to build, but actually commenced an iron ship of 1000 tons, to class 12 years at Lloyd's, which ship, I doubt not, will be found not only a large carrying one; but quite able to make her escape, if necessary, from the fastest afloat. So convinced is he of the peculiar excellence of that principle that he has in a state of forwardness a first-class roomy schooner, of 215 tons, to be launched in June ready for this season; a 36-tons cutter for Ernest Thellusson, Esq., will be ready for launching in three weeks from this and the ship which is of large dimensions (viz 212 feet on deck, 191 feet keel, 32 feet beam, and 20 feet deep) by the end of September next, as well as another pilot boat or two to keep company with the Guide.
As patentee of the improvement. which have given celebrity to some few ships, and looking for greatly improved advantages to be found in those under construction, I do sincerely thank Thomas C. Gibson, Esq, and the owners who have so promptly given the system their noble and generous support, and I cannot refrain from adding, that I think all who feel an interest in the prosperity of this highly favoured part of the Island (for it certainly stands "A 1" as to its bay and port) would, if I could ask them, say, Tovell, we cordially join you in a vote of thanks. ... GEORGE R. TOVELL.

Wooden schooner Guide, built T Gibson, Ramsey, 1862, 67 tons. For Liverpool Pilot no 9. Sunk by collision 25 February 1882, one pilot lost.

[from Bell's Life in London and Sporting Chronicle Sunday 9 February 1862]:
YACHTING NOTES AND QUERIES. ...
Mr Harry Bridson's new schooner, the Iolanthe of 84 tons, is progressing rapidly at Douglas, Isle of Man, and no pains are being spared by her builders, Messrs Cowie and Archibald, to carry out the designs of her experienced owner. She is reported to be a regular sea-going clipper of power and speed, with ample accommodation, and possessed of all the points that the most fastidious eye could seek for; the materials employed and the workmanship displayed in her construction may challenge criticism, and the public spirit evinced by Mr Bridson in developing this long neglected branch of trade at Douglas must receive the appreciation it deserves. We understand that a grant has been made for the new harbour of refuge at Douglas. ....
Further north in the island, at Ramsey, Mr Tovell has established a building yard, in conjunction with Mr Gibson, .... The system of building advocated by Mr Tovell, is that of constructing a vessel upon a series of segments of circles, .....
He has just launched a pilot boat at Ramsey, for the Liverpool pilot service, and we hope soon to lay before our readers the results of some of the trials that will take place between her and Ratsey and Harvey's pilot schooners at that port.

Oil tanker (3-masted schooner) Jane, built T C Gibson, Ramsey, 1862.11, 166 tons, ON44721. Registered Ramsey 1/1863. The first oil taker - previously oil had been carried in barrels. In LR to 1868, as schooner, part iron beams, built Gibson. In MNL to 1871, owned Liverpool & Ramsey Oil Refinery and Chemical Works (their premises were for sale from October 1865). Reported lost 26-7-1866. Not traced in newspapers. More history.

[from Manx Sun, Saturday, November 29, 1862]:
The fine vessel recently launched from Mr. T. C. Gibson's ship building yard, is now lying in the harbour, waiting the arrival of a tug boat to take her to Liverpool, where she is to be fitted out with spars, rigging and sail. This beautiful vessel is called the Jane, of Ramsey. She has been constructed on Mr. Tovell's patented principle of circular lines, will be schooner rigged; and is intended, we understand, for the petroleum oil trade. She is about 165 tons register, and is expected to carry upwards of 300 tons.

[from Liverpool Albion 15 December 1862]:
A NEW VESSEL The Fane [sic, Jane], of Ramsey; has arrived in Liverpool, from Ramsey, to be outfitted as a three-masted schooner. She was launched on the 8th, and is of the following dimensions: Length, 125 feet; beam, 21 feet; depth of hold, 11 feet 10 inches; burden, 350 tons. She has been built on the same principle as the "Guide," No. 9 pilot-boat, and is expected to be a fast-sailing vessel, with good carrying capacity for her tonnage. She is one of five that has been built at Ramsey, within two years, on Tovell and Miller's patent, and will be found well worthy of inspection by all interested in the improvement of our mercantile navy.

Iron ship Ramsey, built Isle of Man SB Co, Ramsey, 1863.2, 821 tons, ON45885. More history. Image. This iron ship was one of two built by Gibson, McDonald & Arnold at Ramsey, Isle of Man, for Wakefield, Nash & Co., Liverpool, and launched[sic] in August 1863. Its sister, 'Euterpe', followed in November that year. By February 1867 both had been sold to David Brown of London. 'Ramsey' was wrecked on the Queensland coast of Australia in 1883.

[from Ulverston Mirror and Furness Reflector Saturday, 28 February 1863]:
There is an extensive shipbuilding establishment at Ramsey, Isle of Man, where vessels of large size, either in wood or iron, can be advantageously constructed. On Tuesday, the 17th instant, Messrs. Gibson and M'Donald, the proprietors, of that town, launched a fine iron vessel of 1,000 tons burden, which was christened by Mrs. Gibson, the Ramsey. [Gibson, M'Donald and Arnold in other reports]

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday, 17 November 1883]:
The barque Ramsey, (800 tons) which was built in the Ramsey shipyard about 17 years ago, has been wrecked at Brisbane and some of the crew drowned. The Ramsey was a fine vessel and a regular trader between London and Brisbane. [struck on a rock and became a total wreck]

Iron ship Euterpe, built Isle of Man SB Co, Ramsey, 1863.11, 1197 tons, ON47617. Image of Euterpe. Euterpe was re-rigged as a barque in 1901 to ship salmon from Alaska to California under San Francisco ownership, and was renamed in 1906 named Star of India. Now a museum ship at San Diego. History. More history.

Iron ship Erato, built Isle of Man SB Co, Ramsey, 1864.4, 1205 tons, ON49878. Registered London. Ashore, Carnsore Point, 27 September 1879, refloated. Later damaged at Hamburg, salvaged by a Swedish owner after 1891. Then wrecked on Danish coast, February 1894. More history

Iron ship Eurydice (launched as Wakefield), built Isle of Man SB Co, Ramsey, 1865.2. 1151 tons. ON29974. Launched 25 February 1865. Register closed 1909. Later barque. LR1909 reports "to be broken up". More history

[from Liverpool Shipping Telegraph and Daily Commercial Advertiser 28 February 1865]:
A fine vessel, named the Wakefield, of 1200 tons burthen, was launched on Saturday last, from the yard of the Isle of Man Shipbuilding Company at Ramsey.
[202 x 35 x 24ft, reg 1196 tons, for sale November 1865]

Graves & Kermeen, Ramsey.

[from Isle of Man Times Saturday, 6 October 1877]:
Ramsey and the North. The Messrs Graves and Kermode[sic], of Peel, returned from Scotland on Thursday morning, whither they have been to make arrangements for a lease of the yard. They have been successful, and have obtained a satisfactory lease from J. J. Capper, Esq., Edinburgh, and work will be resumed as soon as possible. We understand that it is the intention of the new firm to carry on the shipbuilding trade in a manner that has been so successful in Peel, namely, to construct luggers, schooners, and other wooden vessels for the fishing and coasting trade. They will thus give employment to a large number of local carpenters, and open out a new field of labour for the young men of the North. ....

North Barrule Sr 1880

Wooden schooner North Barrule, built Graves & Kermeen, Ramsey, IoM, 1880, 64 tons, ON76817. Registered Ramsey 1/1880. To Dumfries 1897. Auxiliary motor added 1909, at Kippford, 28hp, screw. By 1930 owned Bennett, Connah's Quay. Register closed 1937. Voyage Ireland to Barrow, with scrap iron, driven ashore at Cadnant, refloated for inspection, February 1937, crew of 3 saved. Image of vessel ashore. Painting of vessel.

[from Isle of Man Times, Saturday, September 18, 1880]:
Ramsey and the North. The schooner Barrule [sic], which has been built for Messrs Goldsmith and Cowley at the shipyard, is ready for sea and will have a trial trip on Friday or Saturday.

[from Mona's Herald, Wednesday, September 22]:
The schooner North Barrule, built by Messrs Graves and Kermeen, and owned by Messrs Goldsmith and Cowley, merchants, after having taking in a cargo of gravel, sailed on her first trip on Monday last, bound for Liverpool.

[from Western Mail Saturday, 13 February 1937]:
North Barrule: Motor vessel North Barrule, floated today; towed to Menai Bridge Timber Wharf for inspection. [shelter from gale; dragged anchor; was driven ashore at Cadnant; voyage Ireland to Barrow with scrap iron; crew of 3 saved]

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

Unknown or unusual location of builder, Isle of Man.

Peggy Sm 1809
Jenny & Nancy, Sm 28t 1811, built Ballaugh, lost off Liverpool 1842.
Lady Sarah Sm 1824
Sovereign Sm 1825
Honora? Sr 1837

As well as Manx ports listed above, some fishing boats were built at Laxey, Jurby, Bride, Ballaugh, Kirk Michael, Port Grenhaugh, and Port Erin.

Wooden smack Peggy, built Greenock, St Ann (or Santon), Isle of Man, 1809, 31 tons. Location of build now called Port Grenaugh. Registered Derbyhaven 5/1826, then 13/1828. Lost in the Sound of the Calf, 29 August 1835, crew saved.

[from Mona's Herald, Saturday, September 05, 1835]:
Yesterday week, the smack Peggy, of Derbyhaven, whilst attempting a passage through the Sound of the Calf of Man, missed stays, and struck upon the rocks. Shortly after the crew got safe on shore, when the smack went down, and is a total wreck.

Wooden smack Lady Sarah, built Kirk Michael, Isle of Man, 1824, 32 tons, registered Peel 1/1824, then 1/1825. Part owned by fishermen.

Wooden smack Sovereign, built Ballaugh, Isle of Man, 1825, 33 tons. Registered Peel 13/1825, 1/1826 (35 tons), master Killip, SR states: lost at sea, 1829. There is a report of the loss of a Manx smack, Sovereign, on voyage to Strangford, ashore at Jurby, 15 July 1829.

[from Belfast Commercial Chronicle Saturday 1 August 1829]:
The smack Sovereign, of Ramsay, Isle of Man, Keig, master, bound to Strangford, in ballast, run ashore at Jurby-head, on the morning the 15th inst. and there being heavy surf on the beach, the vessel went to pieces. The crew were all saved, but nothing of the vessel except the rigging.

Wooden schooner Honora, built Isle of Man, 1837, 28 tons, ON1739. [from RCUS, but see below]. Registered Aberystwyth. Twice damaged entering Aberystwyth: Master John Williams, stranded in Aberystwyth Harbour, 31 December 1870, makes water, being dismantled.
Later put back in service. Voyage from Runcorn, in ballast, lost on Aberystwyth bar, 30 December 1872. However see here for a different version of the 1872 loss - built 1836 Chester, 76 tons.

[from Monmouthshire Merlin Friday, 6 January 1871]:
The Honora, schooner, of and for Aberystwith, from Newport, with coals, got on the bar at Aberystwith on the 31st ult., and has driven further in every tide, is stranded and makes water, and is being dismantled. [in ballast]

[from Lloyd's List Monday, 20 January 1873]:
ABERYSTWITH, 16th January. The Honora, Williams, from Runcorn to this port, which stranded on the bar, 30th Dec., has been sold in separate lots. The materials realized about £80 and the remains of the hull £18.

Jump to: Douglas; Castletown; Port St Mary; Peel; Ramsey; Isle of Man.

[from Manx Sun, Tuesday, February 21, 1832]:
Vessels Built in the Isle of Man.
1829: Beatrice 278; Margaret 38; Robt & Betsey 16; Caesar 16; Emulous 37.
1830: Jane 33; Zoe 283; Ellen & Peggy 18; Lady of the Lake 38; Queen Adelaide 38; Enterprise 26; Duke Clarance 15; Supply 39; Defiance 61; Esther & Jane 30; St George 18.
1831: Matilda 214; Rosalind 125; Hope 43; Queen Adelaide 30; Mona's Isle 28; Julia 190; Hindley 190; Cacique 171; Rushen Castle 41; Molly & Peggy 13; Etty & Peggy 24; Harmony 84; Amelia 26.

[from Isle of Man Times, Tuesday, May 03, 1892]:
The total number of vessels built in the Isle of Man in 1891 is set down as 3, representing 114 tons, as against 5, representing 98 tons, in 1890. In 1884 there were 18 vessels built, representing 448 tons, so that shipbuilding in the Island is evidently declining. The number of fishing boats belonging to the Isle of Man in 1891 was 385, and the tonnage 5,473. In 1882 there were 378 vessels, with a tonnage of 6,724.