The Steam Tug Challenge is a true national treasure and is proud to be registered in the National Historic Fleet. Challenge was the last steam tug to have worked on the Thames, but is best known for the role she played in Operation Dynamo, evacuating of troops from the shores of Dunkirk in 1940.
This website tells the story of The Steam Tug Challenge from her launch in 1931, through her war time history, subsequent restoration and looking towards her future.
The Steam Tug Challenge is typical of many of the tugs working in UK waters during the 1930s and 1940s, and as such is a great subject for those interested in ships of the era.
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May
25
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Escort For Southampton's Iconic Tug "Calshot"
On Tuesday 25th May "Challenge" had the unique privilege to escort Southampton built classic 1929 Tu... Read More |
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May
03
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Exciting Plans Announced for "Challenge" Restoration
The new owner of "Challenge" (Chris Bannister) since taking it over last year has been busy working ... Read More |
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April
23
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"ST Challenge" First Cruise For 2021
After wintering through 2020/2021 and seeing two more Covid-19 Lockdowns, "Challenge" slipped her Mo... Read More |
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June
28
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CHALLENGE GETS NEW HOME
The Steam Tug Challenge A Dunkirk Little Ship. At 1200 on June the 20t... Read More |
Best known for her part in the evacuation of Dunkirk, the Steam Tug Challenge has a fascinating history which you can explore through our interactive timeline.
