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Firstly, thank you all for taking the time to comment; and also for the compliments on my Grandad's skills. With regard to finding a suitable home for her, I'm in Cambridge, although the ship is in Staffordshire. Ref keeping it on display, yes I'm sure I could find a space (although not quite sure where!) and I understand the comments ref a display case (Grandad had a display case for one ship at home, another was in a case on display somewhat randomly at the local sports centre next to an unusual collection of stuffed birds before a move to a museum somewhere on the coast - I'll find out where); and this is the third of the trio. In reference to the books mentioned, Grandad did hold a collection of ship-related literature - so likely (I'll check). Whilst in all honesty I do not have a deep interest in sailing ships I was fascinated by these books and their sheer size to me as a youngster. Upon his passing I was gifted the collection and I have them safely stored in my loft. Probably approx 50-60 including a series large hard-backed white covered books - googling it would appear that they are in a series who at least some were written by an author called Basil Luddock? Once again, something I would not sell but would be happy to loan as a collection if an organisation would benefit from their content. Sorry for the thread drift - I know this isn't a book forum When I do come to move it, I think after your comments that it would certainly merit a dedicated journey in my own car, safely secured in the back. Thank you all again - I'd be happy to keep you posted with updates on her travels if you wish!

Hello all Apologies in advance - I am not a modeller, but I'd be grateful for info and advice that I am sure you can offer. Following my Father's recent passing, I have inherited a model ship made my by Grandfather of a schooner named Leon (photos attached - I hope). He completed it perhaps 25 years ago; as an avid part-time modeller he completed a total of only 3 ship models (to his satisfaction!) over his lifetime. As previously mentioned, I have no idea about such models; to me it looks lovely and I remember the many hours Grandad spent in his shed diligently building it. I'm now left in a bit of a quandary. Firstly, I have no space at home to store it. Secondly, whilst I am planning to store most of Dad's possessions, something like this model is likely to not react well to being tossed in the back of a Transit (everything for storage will be taking a 100 mile journey). Finally, I do not wish to sell it, or worse still - dispose of it. As such, I have two questions for you experts; hence me joining this forum - flattery get you everywhere :)! I'd be happy for it to be loaned (perhaps a permanent loan) to an organisation, society or museum who would enjoy it being displayed. Alternatively, if I did need to transport it for storage, do you have any pointers as to how best to prepare, transport and store it? As an aside, if anyone has any info on the history of this ship, I'd love to hear about it. Please do point me in the direction of any online resources etc Many thanks in advance for any guidance offered Stee