| | 15 March 1926 saw the opening of a new six mile car ferry service between Portsmouth and the tiny village of Fishbourne on the Isle of Wight. This book looks at the history of the Fishbourne car ferry and speculates on what may lie ahead. It is intended to be of general interest as well as providing something for shipping enthusiasts and local historians. Also included is some interesting technical data on the ships along with recollections of men who worked them. Contents:
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction
- Chapter l: Historical background
- Chapter 2: The First Phase, 1926 to 1961
- Chapter 3: Phase Two, 1961 to 1983
- Chapter 4: Phase Three, 1983 to the present
- Chapter 5: Traffic
- Chapter 6: Fares and the Monopolies and Mergers Commission Audit
- Chapter 7: Mishaps
- Chapter 8: The future
- Tables
- Glossary
- Bibliography
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