Seagull Trust - Falkirk

Falkirk

The Falkirk branch was formed in 1982, with the original idea to cruise on the Western most end of the Union Canal. Money was raised for a new boat, The Govan Seagull, which entered service at the branch in 1985. Cruising originally was on the Forth and Clyde Canal between Camelon and Bonnybridge, while British Waterways prepared the Union Canal for use. The Govan Seagull was transferred up to the Union Canal in 1987, and moored at Greenbank. Vandalism was a problem, and money was raised to build accommodation which was completed in 1992, at Bantaskine. The new accommodation was to provide enclosed mooring for one boat and a fully equipped reception centre for the passengers. A lift was fitted which allowed embarkation within the building. It also housed a meeting room which provided for meetings of the Falkirk members.

The Barr Seagull joined the fleet at Falkirk in 2006. She was bought by the Barr Charitable Trust for operation in Falkirk. The steel work was carried out in Falkirk by A.L. Gordon Ltd.

The Marion Seagull was built by funding from the Salvesen Charitable Trust, named in memory of Mrs Marion H Salvesen. It was designed and built as a residential boat, for use by families with a disabled member. It is fully fitted for wheelchair access.

• Barr Seagull approaching Falkirk wheel viaduct