Mayflower Model

[RealWindmill]

Does anyone know anything of this model of the Mayflower that has been on the rail at Somerleyton  Moorings for a few months now. ?

As this is my patch of river I feel I ought to know more of its origins but know nothing,

Its a pretty good wooden model and as we have been celebrating Mayflower connections with this coast recently I'm wondering if there is a local connection.

Anyone know ?

[vanessan]

I have no idea who is responsible for putting it there but I was amazed to find it still there earlier this month. I first saw it in early July and for it to still be there more than two months later is some achievement! I too would be interested in a bit more information.

[JennyMorgan]

There might be some clues here:

https://www.norfolkmag.co.uk/out-about/places/norfolk-mayflower-400-anniversary-celebrations-2020-2021-1-6801482

[RealWindmill]

Thanks JM, good info there.

Still curious as to how one ended up at Somerleyton as well. No mention of a local connection in your piece.

It really is a fine and detailed model, quite small , maybe oo scale or slightly larger, and like Vanessan am surprised it has survived in that position without wx damage or, heaven forbid , vandalism for at least 3 months now.

[JennyMorgan]

22 minutes ago, RealWindmill said:

No mention of a local connection in your piece.

There is mention of Harleston, Harleston being on the River Waveney, bit like Somerleyton is. The Waveney goes to sea. Clue?

 

[RealWindmill]

Yes , good clue.

Perhaps the bridge was stuck and they couldn't get any further.

[AndyTBoater]

There is one of these at Sutton Staithe too.

Or there was for most of the Summer. It alternated between the information board/shed and the bar. Surprised it lasted as long as it did though.