This firm based in Manchester used narrow boats to transport liquids, often of a dangerous nature such as hydrogen disulphide. Originally in carboys but later boats had tanks fitted. Between 1933 and 1936 eight new boat were built by Yarwoods of Northwich, all named after birds with the first letter 'S'. They were fitted with Gardner engines. All eight boats survive today.
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SKYLARK, October 2004, On the Jam ole run. STARLING, August 2005, Knighton, Shropshire Union SWAN, August 2005,
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SKYLARK, November 2004, Braunston, Grand Union SWALLOW, August 2005, Coventry Canal. Other boats owned by Coburn & Cowpar :- STORK, SWIFT,
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