Swansea Docks in the 1960s

A nostalgic journey through Swansea Docks in the 1960s, capturing the last years of traditional cargo shipping.

Explore the bustling Swansea Docks of the 1960s through the lens of Mark Lee Inman. This collection showcases nearly 200 never-before-seen images of cargo liners, tramp steamers, and the impact of the nearby Llandarcy oil refinery. Witness the regular flow of cargo ships and the remnants of the coal and tinplate industries that defined South Wales.

Perfect for shipping enthusiasts and local history buffs, this volume offers a unique glimpse into a bygone era. Discover the Prince of Wales Dock, King’s Dock, and Queen’s Dock as they thrived before the container revolution transformed maritime trade. Relive the maritime heritage of Swansea and the ships that once graced its shores.

Mark Lee Inman spent his childhood and teenage years in south Wales, able to watch the movements of ships in and out of Swansea docks. Thus the passion for ships and photographing developed. Later he read geography at Queen Mary College, University of London. This proximity to London’s docks made it an ideal location to continue and develop his passion for ships.