Why is it that the harbour people have allowed the capstans to get in the condition that they are in now? They are an absolute disgrace. This hasn't happened overnight. It has taken decades for them to rot, so they have had plenty of time to resolve the issues.

Instead of having a few upturned cannons, the harbour environment would look much more authentic with several of these littered around the quays.

Probably grade 2 listed and can't be touched

I'm sure I remember a couple of old capstan hubs (with no arms) fifty years ago. I think seeing them like that emphasises their age. To what state of repair/disrepair would you like them restored to?

Maybe not restored.. but some new ones? Possibly made to look old?