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Fishermen recall mystery of ‘yellow submarine’ caught and hauled ashore
The 10ft craft weighed about 850kg and was later identified as a Royal Navy mine-clearing vehicle after a months-long ownership dispute.
- Two fishermen unexpectedly hauled in a 10ft 'yellow submarine' off Islay in May 2005, with John Baker, now 69, realizing his catch was 'something significant' after spotting it in the water.
- Despite bearing clear Royal Navy markings, the Ministry of Defence initially denied ownership of the submersible until fishermen provided serial numbers, forcing officials to reverse their position.
- Harold Hastie, now 72, recalled the discovery becoming a global curiosity, drawing attention from the BBC World Service and newspapers across Britain, transforming the craft into a Port Ellen tourist attraction.
- The Royal Navy dispatched minesweeper HMS Blyth to retrieve the vehicle in September 2005 after admitting ownership; Bruichladdich later acquired and restored a replica displayed in its courtyard.
- Bruichladdich, the Islay-based distillery, is releasing a new 14-year-old limited edition single malt whisky this year to commemorate the unusual 'yellow submarine' mystery that captivated the remote island.
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Fishermen recall mystery of ‘yellow submarine’ hauled ashore on Islay in 2005
John Baker’s surprising discovery brought international attention to the island.
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