£220,000 | | |
Status: | Available |
Tax Status: | Tax Exempt |
Location: | Maldon Essex UK |
One of a cargo fleet that at the turn of the 19th Century once numbered over 2000, Reminder is one of a handful of Thames Sailing Barges that has survived. Since 1975 she has earnt her living as a charter vessel for 12 guests and still takes part in the annual Thames Barge Races. Licensed with the MCA.
She offers a new owner the opportunity to own a piece of English Maritime History, continue in charter work if wished to supplement her income and could choose to live aboard and continue her long racing history.
Vessel type: | Thames Sailing Barge |
Designer: | Horlock |
Builder: | Horlock |
Constructed: | 1929 |
Berths: | 14 |
No. of engines: | 2 |
Engine model: | Ford |
Fuel type: | Diesel |
Drive type: | Shaft drive |
Length over all: | 28m |
Beam: | 19' |
Maximum draft: | 3' 6" |
Hull material: | Steel |
Hull colour: | Pale Grey |
Keel type: | Other |
Main hold - large saloon with solid fuel stove. Central heating throughout. Open plan galley and bar area. 2 washrooms with WC, one with shower. 6 cabins comprising 2 doubles, 2 twins, 2 triples. Master cabin aft. Foscle sleeps 2.
Steel Plating. Steel mainmast, wooden topmast. Steel leeboards.
Fully rigged and in commission.