The iconic Welwyn Garden City fisherman is in desperate need of repairs, and an appeal has been launched to find someone to carry out the work.

Standing outside of Regal Fish and Chips in Stonehills, the statue has become an well-known and beloved landmark in the town.

But, the fisherman is now showing serious signs of wear and tear, with the damage in desperate need of repair.

Welwyn Garden City BID has launched an appeal to find someone who can help carry out the work, with a spokesman saying: "The iconic fisherman, that proudly stands in Stonehills outside independent fish and chip shop Regal Fish & Chips, is in need of some serious TLC.

Welwyn Hatfield Times: The fisherman with another famous Welwyn Garden City resident, Woody from viral YouTube duo Woody & Kleiny.The fisherman with another famous Welwyn Garden City resident, Woody from viral YouTube duo Woody & Kleiny. (Image: Welwyn Garden City BID)

"After many years of standing outside in the cold and being moved on a daily basis, the statue has started to display some serious damage and wear and tear. 

"The fisherman statue has become an iconic part of Welwyn Garden City town centre, and we are hoping that he continues to stand proudly in his rightful place for many years to come.

"If you know of anyone who would be able to assist in bringing him back to his full glory then please get in touch with Regal Fish & Chips via Instagram @regalfishandchips."

It's not the first time the fisherman has needed work.

Back in 2014, the original fisherman required "emergency surgery", after he was vandalised and his fish-carrying arm was ripped off.

Welwyn Hatfield Times: James Hurt and Andrew Symonds saved the fisherman in 2014,James Hurt and Andrew Symonds saved the fisherman in 2014, (Image: Archant)

The sou'wester-clad stalwart was set to be thrown out, but residents James Hurt and Andrew Symonds rescued him from behind a bin, with his arm reattached by one of the UK's top fibreglass workers.

"I didn’t realise how much everyone loved him," James told the Welwyn Hatfield Times back in 2014.

But, Classic Fish and Chips in Stonehills did not want him back, despite standing guard for more than 20 years, and just a month after his surgery, he was purchased for £1,250 by Welwyn Garden City resident Dawn Amys at an auction to raise money for Lister Hospital.