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
06
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BACK AT SEA
After a long and sometimes difficult refurbishment the Steam Tug Challenge is back in steam and show... Read More |
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April
26
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All Systems Go
All the hard work is now nearing completion and today the engine has been run for the first time for... Read More |
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April
23
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Boiler tests complete
The boiler has been lit and tested up to full working pressure with no problems. The main picture sh... Read More |
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April
03
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Only days away now
We are only days away from lighting the new boiler for the first time. This is the culmination of th... 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.
