Southerly Yachts began building in Southampton, UK in the mid 1970s. They were innovative designs, lifting keel technology being fairly new then, the early Southerly 28s became very popular and 148 were built. Not only their ability to 'float on damp grass' but also their versatility makes them still a great choice for coastal cruising. The mast is seated in a tabernacle so dropping the rig and using the interior helm position for canal passages opens up other cruising grounds not always accessible This Southerly 28 is neat and tidy above and clean and fresh below decks and although sh... read more

The Southerly 28, was the design that started the now renowned range of lifting keel cruisers from Southerly. A total of 148 Southerly 28's were built and gained the reputation, 'the boat that floats on a damp lawn', due to the shallow draft once the keel is retracted. This made the boats a popular choice for drying harbours, and use on inland waterways. To add to this, she has a tabernacle mast base fitted, mast support and lowering gear, making it simple to lower the mast for use on rivers and canals. The boat has had some meaningful investment over the years with a Beta 20 fitted... read more