Glasgow And Ships Of The Clyde

Puffer "Ardfern" assisted by Barra Life-boat

From "Irvine & Fullarton Times" dated 5th August 1949

The 50-ton steamer "Ardfern" which was on its way from Portree, Skye, to Irvine, was found drifting helplessly in rough seas off the south-east coast of Mull on Saturday.

She was assisted in her plight by the Barra life-boat, which had been returning to its base from overhaul at Sandbank.

The cause of the trouble was an explosion in the engine-room, but fortunately no-one was injured.