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Eustace Rogers builds coracles but the demand for this ancient form of transport has
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Eustace Rogers builds coracles but the demand for this ancient form of transport has
Eustace Rogers builds coracles but the demand for this ancient form of transport has fallen in the past few hundred years. So 52 year old Eustace - the last of his kind in England - has switched from the very old to the very new and taken a job at the huge power station at Ironbridge in Shropshire. He commutes, of course, by coracle - three miles on the River Seven. Its ideal for reflective lunch breaks and there are no no parking problems either. March 1967
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Daily Mirror
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In this photo print, we see Eustace Rogers, the last remaining coracle builder in England, adapting to the changing times. The demand for these ancient vessels has dwindled over the past few centuries, prompting Eustace to embrace a new chapter in his life. At 52 years old, he has traded his traditional craft for a job at the colossal power station located in Ironbridge, Shropshire. To commute to work each day, Eustace relies on his trusty coracle as he gracefully navigates three miles along the serene River Seven. This unconventional mode of transportation not only connects him with his roots but also provides an idyllic setting for reflective lunch breaks amidst rippling waters. With no parking woes to contend with, Eustace's daily routine is both peaceful and efficient. Captured in March 1967 during the vibrant era of the 1960s, this image beautifully juxtaposes ancient and modern elements. As Eustace rows through the river's gentle currents wearing his flat cap and enjoying a sandwich break from work, towering chimneys from the power station loom in the background - symbols of progress and industrialization. This photograph encapsulates a moment frozen in time - one man's transition from an age-old tradition to embracing technological advancements while still cherishing moments of tranquility that can only be found on water.
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