Cornish Man's Boat Clearance Mission Inspires Guardian Readers
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Cornish Man's Boat Clearance Mission Inspires Guardian Readers

8 May 2026 · Originally published 8 May 2026 8/10 Original headline: How one man’s mission to clear dumped boats inspired Guardian readers
A Cornish boat engineer, Steve Green, is on a mission to clear 166 abandoned and rotting boats from Cornwall's waterways. His story inspired Guardian readers to flood his crowdfunder with donations and messages of support. The boats are not only an eyesore but also leak toxins into the water, harming marine life.
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