Category: Other Museum Exhibits

  • Prout’s canvas sailing boat

    Prout’s canvas sailing boat

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    Back in January this Prout’s folding canvas sailing boat was advertised on Ebay by Ross Jennings. She is now back where she started on Canvey Island an addition to the museum being donated by Marian Patten. Looks impressive but will it float! […]

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  • Tram Trailer

    Tram Trailer

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    THE LCC TRAILERS As early as 1905 the LCC (London County Council) had asked the Board of Trade for permission to use trailer cars. At first, they would only allow goods trailers to be used, but as traffic increased it became necessary […]

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  • Whicker Ambulance

    Whicker Ambulance

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    The wicker litter ambulance was donated to the museum by Maldon Ambulance Station. The litter was used by the Sutton Parish Council and Police from 1880 until 1900- It was replaced by a two horse ambulance. Below you can see samples of […]

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