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“Talisman” MTB 455 on the Itchen

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A March 2025 post shared an image of “Talisman” MTB 455 on the River Itchen with concern over what happened when the tide returned.

Published 07 March 2025

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A post by Adam Hermitage dated 7 March 2025 shared a photo of 'Talisman' MTB 455 on the River Itchen, noting that she appeared stable until the tide came in.

A follow-up comment by Chip James stated that the vessel featured in a BBC programme and was being scrapped.

Credit: Adam Hermitage