[b]MF Barkington (1957)[/b]
The [i]MF Barkington[/i] is a mid-century motor ferry built in 1957, compact yet sturdy in design. Her layout balances utility and comfort for short coastal runs.
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[*] [b]Lounge:[/b] A modest passenger space for crossing in relative comfort.
[*] [b]Toilet:[/b] Single facility—functional, not luxurious.
[*] [b]Cargo room:[/b] Present but sealed; gives the ship its working-vessel profile without passenger access (non-accessible).
[*] [b]Crew spaces:[/b] Two bunk rooms (non-accessible) and a separate lounge with a couch, a rare touch of softness for her era.
[*] [b]Wheelhouse:[/b] Command center with clean lines and direct sight over bow.
[*] [b]Engine room:[/b] Heart of the vessel, housing her reliable mid-20th-century machinery.
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Though simple by modern standards, the Barkington carries a certain post-war charm—half workhorse, half local ferry, and entirely dependable.
