The MG Spring 25 (designed by Tony Castro) has several features, which help differentiate it from many other 25 ft yachts. It offers standing headroom and 6 berth accommodation for comfortable cruising, while also featuring a winged keel, twin rudder and folding propeller for competitive club racing. An added bonus of the winged keel is that the boat has a draft of only 1m, allowing access to shallow coastal and estuarine locations. This boat was built in 1988 and is currently berthed in the river Dart and kitted out for coastal cruising (see extensive equipment list). The hull, engine and ... read more

The MGC27 is a fast and agile cruiser with a blend of responsiveness, easy handling and good manners that few can resist. The practical layout includes a separate heads aft, good sized galley and aft double cabin. 'Megan' had a new Beta engine fitted in 2018 and is the lift keel version of the MGC27 making her ideal for exploring the East Coast rivers. Viewing by appointment only through our Essex office +44(0)1621 785600... read more

1989 MG335, Designed by Tony Castro and built by Northshore Yachts.    Construction GRP hull, deck and superstructure Fin keel with lead shoe  Spade rudder Wheel steering Mechanicals Engine  Volvo 2002 year 1989 19hp Serviced 2023  Seawater cooled Max speed 7 knots Shaft drive to 2 blade folding prop Rope cutter Electrics  2 x 200am 12v batteries Charged via engine. Shore power plus cable Water System  Pressurized cold water system pumped to galley and heads  Tankage  208... read more

1989 MG Spring 25 with Volvo Penta 2001 9hp Tony Castro designed twin rudder, wing keeled lightweight flyer. Made famous by the television series Howards Way. Built in 1989 by Northshore of Itchenor. Hull Number 02/89 - this was the second hull built by Northshore after they took over manufacturing in 1989. Mechanical Volvo Penta 2001 9hp Engine Hours TBA Volvo Sail Drive Folding Propellor Last Serviced - 09/2022 Prop anode - replaced 08/2023 Electrical 230V Shore Power Battery Charger 2 Batteries - TBA 60Amp Alternator Rig Sloop Rigged Fractional Mast Deck S... read more

1989 MG Spring, a great example of an ideal costal cruiser. The boat is well-equipped for cruising, with the main, genoa, and spinnaker all in reliable condition. A carbon fiber spinnaker pole is included. On the deck, practical features include self-tailing primary winches, a mainsail stack pack, and a Sailspar continuous line roller reefing system. A transom-mounted flip-down swim ladder enhances accessibility. Navigation is facilitated by Raymarine instruments, complemented by a 240V shore power system featuring an RCD, ring main, and fixed 30-amp battery charger. A tiller pilot adds ... read more

This MG Spring is a clean and comfortable boat boasting incredible sailing performance. MG Springs are very impressive performance cruisers making it the best of both worlds. The Spring was popularised by the TV series 'Howard's Way', must have viewing for any sailor! This example is a well tested boat having completed an around the UK trip. The owner, being a professional skipper, has equipped the boat well for long passages. The accommodation below is great for its size; well laid out and very comfortable. This is a great chance to get a solid sailing boat that will please tho... read more

Known for its starring role in Howards Way, the Spring 25 was one of the best things to come out of that programme. They are easy to handle and are extremely good off the wind in a blow, giving the impression of the handling characteristic of a much larger boat. Down below in the main cabin she offers 2 small berths forward and 2 settee berths with a chart table and heads to starboard. There is a stern cabin to port with a large double berth. With her wing keel she can take the ground on drying moorings and allows the capability to explore small creeks etc. She was last out of the water in... read more

The Spring 25 is an innovative design and is the epitome of a cruiser racer. She can win regattas yet cruise to the Isles of Scilly and Ireland. This boat has done both. She is easy to handle and rewarding to sail especially off wind. She has the advantage of a wing keel which adds to her stability in a seaway. She also only draws one metre and can dry out easily on drying moorings and sandy beaches. She comes with a set of drying out legs which help to protect her twin rudders when drying out. She had a new mast fitted in 2015 and has a large spray hood which protects the crew when cruisi... read more