In 1945, the journalist and well know children’s author Arthur Ransome, commissioned Jack Giles to design a replacement for SELINA KING. The design was to take only minimum effort to sail and yet offer the ‘maximum comfort for two’. ‘PETER DUCK’, as she was called, was launched in 1947, named after Ransome’s third book about the ‘ancient mariner’ which had just been published. Over a successive period of twenty years, a total of 38 Peter Ducks were independently commissioned, most of which were built by Porter & Haylett of Wroxha... read more

Clarity is a William Fife designed 6 Metre, built by Thornycroft & Co based in Copenhagen. Design number 722, Clarity (launched as Bonzo) was one of four sisters designed by William Fife. She was built to take part in the 1924 Olympic Games in Le Havre, France where she won a Silver. Like many of the early 6 Metres Clarity took part in the Scandinavian Gold Cup in 1926 and shortly after was sold to a Mr Jens Jespersen who was a Master Cabinetmaker in Copenhagen. During his ownership Jen designed and built her current cabin top. Clarity stayed with throughout the 1930s and into the 40s.... read more

AVOCET was designed by Thomas Harrison Butler in 1911 and is one of his earliest known surviving designs. The original MEMORY was one of THB’s favourite and he sailed aboard her on the Broads when in the ownership of the Suffling brothers of Cantley. In 1932 Frank Haywood, chief architect of the City of London instructed R J Prior and Son of Burnham on Crouch to build to the MEMORY design with a modern Bermudian rig. This was the first yacht built by Priors who were predominantly barge builders. They took extreme care to build AVOCET to a very high standard. A photograph of AVOCET was on... read more

CLASSIC 50' GAFF RIGGED SLOOP, 1898, a truly vintage yacht, lovingly restored by the current owner, relaunched 2006.  All wood construction, with mainly original features retained, or reproduced with custom fittings where necessary.  Perkins 50hp diesel engine, pine mast and spars. Can sleep up to 5, in basic internal fit out.   Impressive racing record. Lying Palma de Mallorca and ready for new adventures. Description CLASSIC 50 FOOT GAFF RIGGED SLOOP, 1898. LOA: 18.90m      LWL: 11.50m      BEAM: 3.30m      D... read more

Built of Mahogany in 1961, "Yanita" is a classic Bermudan sloop rigged yacht. She is basically sound, but wull need work to return her to her former glory. The rig and sails are included and she has a Yanmar single cylinder inboard engine. There is also a sea toilet amidships. Her beautifil lines and long keel design means she will sail as well as she looks when restored. Note that the asking price is a guide and any reasonable offers will be considered.... read more

"Lady of Stavoren" was built in 1939 by Wildschutt & Sons of Gaastmeer, Holland. Although built in 1939 work was not completed as she was then kept in a barn for the duration of the war. The owner's family were evacuated to England during the war, the owner unfortunately was killed whilst serving his country. In 1951 his widow brought the boat by freighter to England where she was berthed at Teddington on the Thames. The boat was sold in 1955 and moved to Conyer in Kent where completion of the work was carried out with mast, sails,engine and fitted out. She was used for... read more

Built between 1870 and 1880. Carvel wooden construction of Larch planking on Oak frames. Counter stern. Douglas Fir decks. Long wooden keel, wooden rudder. BUILDER Aldous, Brightlingsea, Essex. Fishing Registration CK46 (first known 1905) then MN4 and now MN52. British Registration No 388729 DIMENSIONS LOA 35'0" ex bowsprit LWL 29'0" Beam 9'1" Draft 4'1" Tonnage 7.91 (Measured by volume). Registered Tonnage 5.86. Wonderful ex Fishing Smack "Skylark of Tollesbury" is for sale - currently lying on the Isle of Wight and ready for viewing! MECHANICAL Bukh 24ME 24hp twin cylinder inboard dies... read more

Very beautiful example of the Sparkman & Stephens design IW 31 (Najat wharf, 1974,) This former ocean racer is famous for the design (¿little Swan¿) and excelent sailing qualities.Do you want to sail the warm blue waters of Greece this summer, and anchor in the lovely bays of Lefkas, Corfu, Ithaka and Kefalonie? This boat is ready to go. Advantage of a classic ship like this: it is simpel, so not a lot of maintanance, not a lot of costs. (Also dry berth in Greece is cheaper than in most countries) Because of the classic lines, the narrow inside does not offer a lot of space... read more

Designed by Westmacott and built by Woodnutts in 1922. Details of her early years are not known but after her first major refit in 1983 her history has been well documented. In 1983 the new decks and coachroof were fitted and a new rig design put in. After this she was kept locally in Falmouth and raced successfully for periods of time. Bought by the present owners in 2009, she had a further refit to optimise her for racing, mainly with adjustments to the rig and fittings. During this ownership she has been very successful winning many local cups. In 2018 she had another period of pro... read more

Fahyda is a terrific example of the renowned Scarborough One Design, her classic charm is exceptionally appealing whilst her modern enhancements are practical but modest and in line with her traditional routes. Fahyda is well equipped with all of the expected amenities including a very neat Yanmar 2GM20 Inboard Engine, Plastimo Cooker, Silva VHF & much more, this piece of history is ready to delight her new owners. Fahyda sleeps 3 in one cabin and is ready for viewing in Rochford, Essex.... read more

Lovely Classic Gaff Cutter showing beautiful craftmanship. These classic lines will certainly turn heads wherever she goes. Onboard there is a lovely feeling of purpose. Wooden boats always need maintenance, and this is no different, but for a boat that is nearly 30 years old, I think she can provide many more years of enjoyment. The 2017 engine looks like new. These boat details are subject to contract. Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered. Register with Boatshed to see 59 extra photos of this Gaff Rigged Cutter . This Gaff Rigged Cutter has been personally p... read more

Fintail is a much loved gaff cutter, looking for her next owner to have adventures with. She was built in Shoreham, to a Paul Johnson Venus 28 design by her previous owners. She then adventured through the French canals before exploring Spain and the Balearics. She is now back in the UK and based in Emsworth. Work has taken me overseas for a few years, and Fintail really needs to be out sailing and exploring. Her hull is 1.25inch square planked Iroko on Oak frames, with the entire hull epoxy coated at build, giving a really sound hull structure. She had been internally refitted over recent y... read more

Gentlemans motorsailor pilot yacht, inside out really beautiful since the ownership from 2009 she has undergone significant complete repair. New superstructure, new bottom, new side with iroko hard wood professionally done. 57 Hp ford parson over hull 2015. This is a beautifull yacht. Austrian flag and ready to go.... read more

Freda 1890, Itchen Ferry, Gaff Rig. Designed by Dan Hatcher, built by Fays. See Classic Boat November 2003 for full history . Built for the famous Victorian racing skipper Captain Sam Randal.... read more

This is a Mayfly Classic Boats built Oystercatcher 16. She has had a major overhaul over last winter including spars re-varnished, new hatches, new electronics, covers, running rigging & hardware, 2021 mainsail plus all other sails valeted, and much more. Her inventory includes a very good twin axle road trailer with launching trolley. An excellent opportunity to purchase a turn key modern classic that is in gorgeous condition. Viewing by appointment through our Suffolk Office - 01473 659681... read more