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The video section is unavailable, as this is being revamped,
and new content is being added during the next couple of months.
Thanks in advance to those people who have sent images to be used here.
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Cenred and Caedmon at Smedegaarden - Exterior Pictures
14/04/2010
Cenred and Caedmon at Smedegaarden
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Sisters together one last time. Viewed from the southern end.
Cenred and Caedmon at Smedegaarden
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from the northern end. Note that Caedmon has lost part of her deck, mast and name from above the car deck.
Caedmon's Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from the south eastern corner from within the lifeboat enclosure.
Caedmon and Cenred's Bridges
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from the south eastern corner from within the lifeboat enclosure. Caedmon's bridge is in the foreground. Cenred's bridge is in the background.
Across Caedmon and Cenred's Upper Decks
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Taken from the area around the lifeboat usually not available to passengers.
Cenred's Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from Caedmon. Cenred's bridge is in the background. Caedmon's liferafts in the foreground.
Cenred's Bridge From Above
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from on top of Caedmon's bridge. At this point, Cenred is still complete.
And Slightly To The Right
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from on top of Caedmon's bridge. At this point, Cenred is still complete.
Cenred's Passenger Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from Caedmon's passenger deck (northern end). Note that Caedmon's deck is much more rusty than that on Cenred.
The Door To The Passenger Lounge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from Caedmon's passenger deck (northern end).
An Unexpected Meeting With An Old Friend
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from Caedmon's passenger deck (northern end). A surprise to the editor moored in front of Caedmon - former Wightlink passenger catamaran Our Lady Pamela, awaiting her fate.
A Captain's View
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from above Caedmon's bridge (facing south). This end of Caedmon is untouched.
And Slightly To The Right
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from above Caedmon's bridge (facing south). This end of Caedmon is untouched.
And Further Right Across To Cenred's Southern Prow
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
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A Clearer View
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Viewed from above Caedmon's bridge (facing north). This end of Caedmon is has lost it's mast and the flaps on the prow.
A View Of On-going Work From The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking north from Caedmon's car deck, viewing the work that has been happening so far. Note the part of the deck above missing, the prow flaps missing and mezzanine deck missing.
Cenred's Prow Peeping Out
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking north from Caedmon's car deck, over the on-going work towards Caedmon's prow.
An Unspoilt View Of The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south on Caedmon's car deck. No work has happened this end.
A Passenger Door From The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
These are very heavy sliding doors.
The Staff Kitchen Off The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Note the foam debris, that was used to seal the door closed for the voyage across the North Sea.
The IT Room Off The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The remains of the only modern IT on board - printers and screens amongst the foam. This is the opposite side of the car deck from the kitchen.
The Staff Room Off The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Containing the staff lockers. The frame to the left of the lockers contains plans of the ship.
An Office Off The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
With all the files still there, and noone to read them.
The Full Length Of The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing all the doors from the previous pictures.
Unspoilt From The Other End Of The Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south on Caedmon's car deck. No work has happened this end.
No-one Needing Rescue
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
A life ring, smoke device and lifejacket. Siting on the southern end of the car deck. Note the wood blocking her portals, for the journey across the North Sea.
No-one Needing Rescue
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The last life ring left on Caedmon. Siting on the southern end of the car deck. At Marchwood, this was next to Caedmon's bridge.
Caedmon and Cenred's Prows
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Taken from Caedmon's car deck, it shows both Caedmon and Cenred's prows and southern ends.
Across To Cenred's Prow
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Taken from Caedmon's car deck, it shows Cenred's prow and southern end.
Caedmon's Untouched Prow In Shadow
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
This shot makes me remember the thud of the bumper bar hitting the concrete ramp, and the clank of the flaps at the end of the prow flopping over as the prow is lowered.
Caedmon's Untouched Prow In Shadow
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
A close-up on a very bright day.
A Rusty Car Deck
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
To the left of her prow.
And Further Left
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The large hatch in the picture has the Voith Schneider unit under. A photo of this is "The Beginning Of The End" section.
Caedmon's Prow In Sunlight
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The still complete end of Caedmon's prow.
Caedmon's Prow Close-Up
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
A close-up shot of the end of Caedmon's prow.
Asymmetric Steps
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing the difference between port and starboard side steps. Cenred is on the left, Caedmon on the right.
Asymmetric Steps - Viewed From The Side
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The difference is design is stark here.
Caedmon's Starboard Side Steps
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Note halfway down the door that would open out to the mezzanine car deck.
The Bottom Flight Of Caedmon's Starboard Side Steps
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The deck looks very rusty here.
Looking Down Between Caedmon And Cenred
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Cenred is on top, Caedmon below. This is as close as the sisters could get.
Caedmon and Cenred Snuggling Up
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south, towards Caedmon's untouched end. All the lifesaving equipment is still here. Cenred also has a bin resting on a chair.
Looking Down Between Cenred And Caedmon
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking north, showing the northern half of Cenred. Her paintwork is in much better condition than Caedmon.
Across Cenred
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
From the same spot as the previous picture.
On The Deck Below
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Caedmon on the left, Cenred on the right. They look in good condition from here.
Caedmon's Radar
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
On top of the bridge, sadly no longer rotating.
A Very Loud Horn, Radar, And The Best View On Board
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
There used to be something sticking up in the middle of the circular rail, as can still be seen on Cenred.
The Radar
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
A close-up of the radar. Not missed by those at Lymington!
The Horn
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
A close-up of the horn. Not missed by those at Lymington!
Past Caedmon's Horn
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Down across Cenred to her prow.
And Slightly To The Left
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing Cenred's empty deck.
Close-Up Of Caedmon's Horn
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
And beyond to Cenred.
And From The Other Side
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
And beyond to Cenred.
Caedmon's Opposite Horn
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
On top of the bridge, in the south-east corner, by the quay.
In Front Of Caedmon's Opposite Horn
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
On top of the bridge, in the south-east corner, by the quay, looking past a lifeboat.
Further Round, Looking South
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
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Two Wings
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Past Caedmon's horn to Cenred's bridge wing.
Above The Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south, over the untouched prow.
Caedmon's Remaining Mast
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south.
The Missing Mast
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking north.
Caedmon's Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Photographed from the end of one of her wings. The door in front was still locked.
An Open Gate
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Leading towards a now-removed lifeboat.
And Further Left
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The lifeboat is already long gone - only the cradle remains.
Same Location Across Cenred
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
From the missing lifeboat down to Cenred's prow.
From The Wing Looking The Other Way
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking south.
Caedmon's Bridge and Wing
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking north. The diamond on the right used to hold a lifering.
Caedmon's Searchlight
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking east along Caedmon's wing.
Caedmon's Searchlight From The Bridge Door
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking east along Caedmon's wing.
Pamela Viewed Over Caedmon's Wing
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Pamela's bridge door was constantly banging during the visit. It was like she was shouting for attention.
Looking Down From Caedmon's Wing
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Looking at the rust.
The Ladder To The Roof Of Caedmon's Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing the open bridge door, and the equipment mounted on her other wing.
Caedmon's Bridge, With The Open Door
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing the open bridge door, and the steering tower inside.
Around The Other Side Of Caedmon's Bridge
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Showing the open bridge door, and down to Caedmon's prow.
And Further Round To The Left
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Across to Cenred, past Caedmon's faded flourescent strip.
And From The Deck Below
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Across to Cenred, past the lifesaving equipment.
From The Side Of Caedmon's Bridge To The Level Below
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
From by the open bridge door to the level below.
Showing All Caedmon's Levels
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
From the roof of the bridge.
From A Level Down
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
The same view over the external passenger areas.
The Wightlink Triplets
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Caedmon, Cenred and the rear end of Our Lady Pamela.
Their Last Days Afloat
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
On a beautiful day in a calm Esbjerg dock.
Together For A Final Time
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
And keeping Caedmon afloat!
Heading Back To The Car
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
Take a long lingering look, while you can.
A Parting Shot From Inside The Car
14/04/2010
A caedmon.org.uk original photograph
My last shot of the sisters, and my last ever view of them. Goodbye dear friends.