Gallichan is a 46’ 9” Watson class lifeboat. She was built by Groves & Gutteridge of Cowes, Isle of Wight in 1955 and was commissioned as RNLB Greater London II. Her hull is mahogany double diagonal construction on oak frames. She is powered by twin Ford Watermota Sea Lion 70 HP diesels with 27” propellers cruising at 7.5 knots at 1100 rpm After service as a lifeboat at Southend and Beaumaris she was sold out of service in 1991 and her first owner carried out extensive but sympathetic modifications to make her comfortable for family cruising. We have owned and mainta... read more

Classic Yacht Brokerage Comments on this Fred Parker Motor Yacht Designed by Fred Parker and built by Nunn Bros. of Woodbridge in 1959 to Lloyds 100A1 standard. Bought by the present owners in 2013, they started a major refit that would last until 2017, covering every facet of the boat and her systems.  Full details of the refit work are below, but in summary the hull was rebuilt, new decks laid, interior removed and refitted with much new joinery and complete new systems and machinery. The attention to detail found on this yacht is astounding, accomplished with the keen eye o... read more

Introducing the Classic Craft Badnam Launch, a charming river cruiser from 1999, measuring an overall length of 25.5 feet. This delightful vessel features a composite hull with a displacement shape, ensuring stability and comfort on the water. Powered by a reliable 50 hp Suzuki 4-stroke outboard engine, it promises an exhilarating maximum hull speed of 16 knots, perfect for leisurely cruising. Accommodating up to six passengers, the Badnam Launch offers a cozy cabin and a well-appointed head, making it ideal for day trips or weekend getaways. The manual windlass adds convenience for anchoring,... read more

A rare opportunity to become only the fifth custodian of Sudena, a beautifully preserved 1968 Bates Starcraft presented in her original and highly desirable configuration — complete with the iconic cocktail cabinet and the wonderfully quirky hip bath. Designed for versatility and comfort, Sudena is an ideal river, estuary, and coastal cruiser. She has a proud history of cross Channel passages (including Ostend at Anchor and service as a Dunkirk support vessel) and has spent many happy seasons on both tidal waters and the non tidal Thames. Key Specifications • Length: 40 ft &bull... read more

Here we have a classic and very unique 21 foot wooden river launch from the mid 30s that is now fully electric with whole day usage and onboard charging and recent new batteries and trailer. If you have a local property this would be a wondaful day boat to have at the end of the garden! She has been restored in the past by Colin Buttifant, one of the areas best wooden boat builders, and she is a charming and tidy little vessel with a canopy cabin roof. She was last antifouled in 2023 and has been mostly out of the water since. The current owner just does not have the time to use her so... read more

Bringing to brokerage this lovely 1925 Classic Motor Sailer Ketch, we recommend that you have a viewing and see the boat for yourself. This vessel would make a great day or weekend boat.... read more

General Specification Designer: O A King Wroxham Builder: O A King Wroxham LOA: 8.53m (28ft 0in) LOD: 8.53m (28ft 0in) LWL: 8.53m (28ft 0in) Beam: 2.74m (9ft 0in) Draft min: 0.46m (1ft 6in) Draft max: 0.46m (1ft 6in) Air Draft: 1.78m (5ft 10in) Maximum headroom: 1.85m ( 6ft 1in) Keel: Displacement Construction Wood carvel construction Teak on oak White painted hull Decks part epoxy and part Trakmark Wintered ashore annually under cover Hull tar-varnished and new anode fitted annually Last surveyed 2022 for insurance purposes Many works completed including hull full... read more

Remarkably fine surviving example of 1930s British motor yacht designing and building. Testimony to the quality of design, materials and work done by John Silver's yard on the Clyde, when it was a pioneering exponent of quality production boatbuilding. Much care that has been lavished on her under recent ownerships. Rarely have we come across a motor yacht of her type and age in such remarkable, turnkey condition. CERVEZA has spent equal amounts of time as a coastal cruiser and on inland waters and rivers; she’s ready to keep doing that comfortably and stylishly for many years to ... read more

Originally constructed in 1936 as an Andrews 30' Slipper stern and at a stage in her history shortened to 28'06. "Lady Noggs" in 2019/2020 has been fully restored including a completely new bottom with Iroko planking, Pine Frames & Oak Ribs. A new Keel & Hog of solid Oak. Boat Description Originally constructed in 1936 as an Andrews 30' Slipper stern and at a stage in her history shortened to 28'06. "Lady Noggs" in 2019/2020 has been fully restored including a completely new bottom with Iroko planking, Pine Frames & Oak Ribs. A new Keel & Hog of solid Oak. Now ... read more

We are delighted to present Mustard, a beautifully maintained 27ft Colvic Craft, originally built in 1980 and cherished by the current owner for the past 28 years. During this time she has proved herself to be an exceptionally capable and reliable cruising vessel, undertaking extensive voyages around the South and East coasts of England, the tidal and non-tidal River Thames, the River Medway, the Bristol Channel, English Channel crossings and even the French canal network. Constructed with the renowned Colvic GRP hull, complemented by an attractive teak and iroko superstructure, Mustard offer... read more