All you need to know about Arctic Corsair’s final journey in Hull

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Hull’s last remaining sidewinder trawler is set to be transferred to her home at North End Shipyard this week.

All the details as the famous trawler prepares to make its way to the shipyard this week

1. The city’s last sidewinder trawler, the Arctic Corsair, will make her final journey to North End Shipyard between Thursday August 13 and Sunday August 17.
2. The move will see the vessel carefully moved along the Humber Estuary and River Hull with the support of tugs – a journey which will mean temporary bridge openings and traffic management measures to ensure the operation is completed safely. Timings will be shared by Hull City Council once a review of weather and tidal conditions has been confirmed closer to the time.
3. The Arctic Corsair holds a special place in Hull’s maritime heritage and council bosses say this once-in-a-generation move offers residents a unique opportunity to witness a historic chapter in the vessel’s story.
4. To allow the Arctic Corsair and accompanying tugs to pass safely, a number of bridges across Hull will be opened temporarily at various stages of the operation. The following bridges will be affected on the day itself of the river move – Millennium Footbridge, Myton Bridge, Drypool Bridge. Scale Lane Footbridge will remain swung open to river traffic and closed to pedestrians until Monday August 17.
5. Bridge openings will temporarily halt vehicle, pedestrian and cycle access while vessels pass through. Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians are advised to plan their journeys in advance and check for updates, as short-term delays are expected while bridges remain in the open position for river traffic.
6. A temporary road closure will also be implemented at Dock Office Row from Monday August 10 at 7am until Monday August 17 at 5pm. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow extra time for journeys during the move period.
7. On the evening before the operation until the Arctic Corsair is berthed, footpath closures will be in place at the following locations: Albert Dock footpath from St Andrews Dock to Wellington St West; river footpath on the western riverbank between Myton Bridge to existing Boardwalk closure north of Scale Lane Bridge; river footpath on the eastern riverbank between Drypool Bridge & Myton Bridge. These closures are essential for the safe movement the Arctic Corsair from Albert Dock to North End Shipyard, and to allow for working areas to complete the complex turn at the dock entrance.
8. The operation is being conducted with the support of Associated British Ports and Hull City Council as the respective river authorities, as well as Albert Dock and Hull Marina harbour masters. For the period that the vessel is moving within the water, leisure and commercial craft will be restricted to be within the vicinity. A Notice to Mariners will be issued once dates have been confirmed. The Hull Tidal Surge Barrier will also play a key role in supporting the move through being deployed, which will impact access and egress with the River Hull.
9. Best places to watch include: Hull Marina Bullnose, Humber Estuary barrier from Minerva pub to the Voyage statue, The Deep and Tower Street Car Park. Spectators are encouraged to arrive early and follow any instructions from event staff. Due to the bridge closures, the ability to cross the river to other vantage points will be restricted at times.