A unique opportunity to acquire one of the earliest classic yachts afloat. Sorceress a 60ft Gaff Cutter designed and built by Arthur E Payne in 1878 for Captain Lynch Staunton a member of the Royal Yacht Squadron. Captain Lynch Staunton also owned Mermaid 1860 built by Arthur Paynes father Alfred. Sorceress was launched in the year of Alfreds death so one could imagine her being on the cusp of the evolution of yacht design with Arthur Payne going on to produce yachts such as Cariad, Javelin, Wayward and Artemis. At 60ft LOD 13ft Beam and 9ft 6ins Draft, Sorceress is a very hand... read more

The beautifully shaped Tumlare class, designed by Knud H. Reimer, are absolutely stunning and don’t disappoint when it comes to sailing performance either. The Tumlare has a slim hull with a distinctive canoe stern and stern-hung rudder. This particular boat built in 1937 has been in the West Country for most of her life and most recently been moored on the Tamar at Saltash. Lovingly maintained, she is located in East Cornwall, on well-maintained road trailer, ready for the 2026 season. This class has real pedigree and the famous Adlard Coles described in his book ‘Heavy... read more

'Gean' is a Loch Long One Design keelboat, built in 1957 by Nunns of Waldringfield. Approximately 12 years ago she was fitted with a new coachroof, which although different in design to the original, has been accepted by the class. Since then the boat has been laid up, and is now in need of some TLC to bring her back to pristine condition. 'Gean' can be raced with the Loch Long One Design fleets on the Alde in Suffolk as well as the Clyde in Scotland. Alternatively she will make a very rewarding day-sailer for friends and family, and for club racing. She is equipped with 2 ... read more

Your achievable, worthwhile, affordable mini-project starts here! RESULT: sail away this lovely classic (1920s/30s) gaff-rig dayboat or weekend cruiser, pride of the Humber where she’s been sailing from 2016 till this year. 17-foot, with bowsprit 20-foot overall, 6-foot-6 beam, 2-foot-9 draught. Carvel built, larch on oak frames, long keel, massive ballast, red sails (main and jib, 14 m2 approx), all running rigging renewed 2023 in top maritime tradition. Cabin with grab rails, can sleep two, no creature comforts. Bracket for outboard: Mercury 5 hp 4-stroke available separately. Good... read more

Schooner 'Westflinghe', Sea going vessel, by. 1883, dim. 21.70 x 5.00 x 2.35/4.20m. John Deere 240HP built in 2009, 10 running hours, schooner rigged, compl. new luxe interior, bridge with seat, beautiful galley with Boretti equipment and dining area, cozy saloon with view over water, 3 x double cabin, luxury bathroom and Finnish Sauna. Very well maintained. Complete rebuikt in 2010/2011... read more

A caring new owner sought for this very attractive Classic dayboat. Built 1902 to a J Pain Clark design. A Gaff Sloop with a Traditional rig, blocks and tackle. Small outboard engine, used off the side deck. A fixed bowsprit gives her LOA 29ft. She has been well maintained and restored by her owner and the Boatyard themselves. She has been kept is in good order. Stands ashore each Winter on her own galvanised cradle Summer spend afloat on swinging mooring on the River Orwell. Due to health issues her owner is no longer able to sail her, as a dowry, he is offering to pay three years of mo... read more

An extremely well presented Clipper River class cruiser that has been professionally rebuilt! The list is as follows: 2016 20 new ribs with fastenings 300ft of new planking 70ft replacement deck planking New toe rails and rubbing strakes new mast and boom New cap & throat shrouds 2017/2018 6 new grown oak floor bearers New stainless steel keel bolts Replacement forepeak floorboards Cabin roof refurbished New canvas (lifting roof) Rewired domestic system to include LED bulbs 2019 New backstays New running rigging New cockpit benches (Mahogany and Oak) & softwood floorbo... read more

Remarks : 'Golden Plover' is a gaff rigged wooden sailing boat, ideal as a day boat. She has been successfully raced in the past in Old Gaffers regattas. Golden Plover is mentioned in Leaves from Rowans log by Dr R B Carslaw, a book written about family sailing on the Scottish west coast in the 1930s. The family affectionately referred to her as the 'wee plug'. This Clyde One Design is thought to have been built around 1899 to 1904 and is reputed to have been built by McAlisters of Dumbarton to a GL Watson design. Accommodat... read more

Golden Hind 31, classic wooden cruiser, designed by Maurice Griffiths and built by Terry Erskine Yachts Plymouth 1978 which could perhaps benefit from some over winter TLC. Shoal draft combined with excellent sea keeping; in the last 15 years we have explored most of the Western Isles including some of the trickiest anchorages, as well as visiting St Kilda and the Orkneys. Configured for short/single handed cruising with all lines lead aft to the cockpit. Mainsail, furling genoa and cruising chute all in excellent condition. Full instrumentation including VHF with DSC/AIS and chart plotter pl... read more

A fine example of David Hillyard’s famous 12 tonner. Beautiful looking centre cockpit sloop with renowned build quality. They thoroughly deserve their reputation as one of the best sea kindly comfortable classic yachts. Built in 1961 with mahogany planking on oak frames and long cast iron ballast keel she is cutter rigged with furling jib and staysail. Easily handled under sail she stands up in rough conditions and is a steady passage maker. Recently re-engined, she will cruise under power at a steady and economical 6.5 knots. With 6 berths in 3 cabins and plenty of storage room she... read more

This is a lovely, beautifully presented, and hugely equipped example of the Cornish Crabber 24 Mk V. This four berth cruiser offers old world charm, yet with an up to date design that is both easy to handle and fun to sail. The comfortable accommodation allows for extended cruising. The cockpit is huge for a yacht of this size, and the layout of the running rigging ensures it remains clear for your crew and guests. Below decks accommodation is light and spacious with a proper galley and a full sized heads compartment. The very comprehensive inventory includes heating, hot and cold runn... read more

In my care for 10 years and reluctantly for sale. Fibreglass hull and wooden superstructure. Well cared for, wintered ashore with the mast down and all over cover. Recent work, replacement standing rigging with receipt, engine removed, gearbox rebuilt with new bearings, cylinder head removed and descaled, prop shaft and prop serviced by Hamble propellers. Wonderful original slow running Sabb engine, meticulous oil changes in my ownership 20w/30 classic oil. I sourced a good S/H main and had reefing points added at Batts sails. In very nice condition but she does need ongoing maintenance. I hav... read more

Here we have my Z4 tonner ‘Zingaro’ for sale. The zyklon design first drawn by Dr T Harrison Butler in the mid 1920’s and has become an icon of a classic pocket cruising yacht. Zingaro has benefited from a year on year maintenance schedule, including new keel bolts, new engine and a new mast.The chain plates were removed and re seated with new bolts when the mast was replaced. She is in good overall condition and a delight to sail, and would make an excellent pocket cruiser for anyone that appreciates the beauty of sailing a wooden boat.... read more

13m Gaff schooner, formerly Morecambe Bay Prawner, built Fleetwood designed by W Stoba in 1904. Historic ships register 786. Carvel built oak keel and frames pitch pine below the waterline and larch above. Wooden masts, gaff schooner rig. Length oa 14.15m, length w/l 10.77m, beam 1.85m, draft 1.85m. displacement 15,250kg. Lying Cairnbaan, on the Crinan Canal ashore. Twin Beta 38 Diesel engines Nov 2011, folding props.... read more

ROSEBUD is 36ft on deck and 45ft overall. A steel gaff cutter designed by John Hesp and  built in Maylor. Designed and built for serious cruising. Her steel hull provides reassuring collision protection, whilst her versatile gaff cutter rig allows a range of sail combinations for different wind strengths.The go anywhere ability of this boat is further enhanced by her shallow draught and lifting keel (1.1m - 2.3m) allowing access to shallow creeks and anchorages, as well as the extensive network of inland waterways to be found worldwide. A long LWL coupled with generous beam give a volumi... read more

Beautiful Dutch, steel, gaff-rigged sloop, built 1979. Flat-bottomed, perfect for East Coast. 7 berths, Yanmar Engine 4J H45. New rigging, leeboards, mast repair, varnish work. Heads; Taylors paraffin stove; Microwave; navigational aids; new battery. Featured in Classic Boat magazine. Rare in UK.... read more

A rare opportunity to acquire a classic 1938 Bermudan cutter designed by Jack Laurent Giles and built by J. Hinks & Son in Appledore. She is reminiscent of the first Vertue (Andrillot) but on a larger and more capable scale. She carries all the hallmarks of Laurent Giles' renowned designs: superb balance, solid construction, and elegant, timeless lines. She is robust and sea-kindly. A joy to helm and admired wherever she goes. She is currently afloat and sailable, but in need of some care to bring her back up to her full potential beauty. Summary: Designer: Jack Laurent Giles... read more

Dayspring is a 4-berth, 28’ replica Falmouth Work Boat was built at Gweek by Cygnus Marine in 1979. She is a gaff-rigged cutter, with traditional full displacement long straight keel and retractable bowsprit. She has a GRP hull, which is built to Whitefish Authority standards resulting in a strong and heavy (8.5 tonne) boat. Her looks belie her strength and solidity; under sail, her attractive lines invite many compliments. She is often mistaken for a wooden hulled classic or a Heard 28. The original owner commissioned Percy Dalton, of Heard 28 fame, to take the lines off a wooden, non... read more

All the evidence points to this pretty double-ender boat being the first of this popular class and she has a history file to back this up. 'Norsaga' was featured in the 1952 'Yachting Monthly' Boat Show edition, an original copy of which is in the file. As such it is worth preserving in the hands of someone who can continue the necessary upkeep of a 73 year-old yacht. 'Norsaga' has a charming 2-berth traditional interior and an uncluttered working deck forward. The craft is now ashore for the winter in a Harwich yacht club. In 2017 'Norsaga' underw... read more