French production boatbuilders Beneteau require no introduction from me, having been in business since 1884! The First 40.7 was initially designed by Bruce Farr in 1999 and very quickly gained popularity with nearly 700 produced in total. I would imagine they are probably the best known of the cruiser-racers, they still turn up in numbers at club regattas all over the country and as a family cruising boat they offer excellent accommodation as well as being fun to sail This 40.7 has had a good career under RORC, from channel races to Round Britain and Ireland and she's crossed the Atlantic t... read more

2019 FarEast 28R - Hull number 407 Top level boat ready to step in and race in the HP30 class, the Fareast 28r one-design class, or in IRC fleets. Capable of more than 20 knots downwind, providing a surprisingly stable and easy-to-sail platform; the Fareast 28R is a proven race winner and beats many bigger boats over the line in races throughout the world. With over 500 boats sold worldwide, the Fareast 28R offers the thrills of fast, modern racing at a fraction of the cost of similar classes Moored in in Cowes, this boat is available to test sail. The boat comes with a twin axle ... read more

This Dufour 2800 is an exceptional 1979 example maintained to the highest standards by a meticulous owner. In addition to the many nautical upgrades a plethora of creature comforts abound. This very capable pocket cruisier that has the ability to sail off-shore whilst with a draft of 1.46 m she is equally at home coastal cruising seeking out the many anchorages of the South Coast. A recently fitted 25hp Beta diesel with only 150 hours, new battery charger, cooker with oven, grill & two burners, Garmin chart plotter at helm and Lowrence plotter below, Sprayhood, VHF DSC Stereo and CD player e... read more

This model is a tidy example of the popular Gibsea 84. Great club racer and with her specious accommodation also makes a comfortable cruiser. Volvo engine, 5 berths, galley with sink, cooker and grill Mechanical Mechanical Volvo 2002 18 hp Shaft drive Last engine service - 2024 3 bladed Propeller Rope Cutter Raw water cooled Tankage Fuel tank - approx 50 litres? Water tank - approx 95 litres? Electrical Shore power with cable Battery charger for 2 batteries plus diode splitter for the 3rd battery 3 x 120amp batteries - (domestic, engine and windlass) Equipment ... read more

Designed by Ed Dubois, the Westerly Tempest is renowned for its blend of performance and comfort. A sturdy but fast cruiser combine generous accommodation with her 2 spacious double berth and large saloon. This model is the sought after bilge keel version, and has a comprehensive cruising inventory. She is due to lift out in April for her annual bottom scrub and antifoul ready for the season. Mechanical Mechanical Volvo Penta 2002 2 cylinder diesel engine 18hp Shaft drive 2 bladed propeller Annual engine service, including new impeller, oil and fuel filters in 2022 Raw water cooled... read more

In the late 1960's two naval architects (David Freeman and Gordon Wyatt) were searching the UK for a GRP motor sailer; a boat like that of the Scandinavian designs which did both sailing and motoring properly and were frustrated that nothing matched their (fairly exacting) standards. So, they designed their own, starting at 30' and from there the Fisher family of yachts began. The fantastic sea-keeping capabilities of these hulls meant that the desire to sail further required a bigger boat! The Fisher 37 was the same shape but the larger overall volume meant her cruising range increased sig... read more

Built for C Thomas Clagett Jr, an American businessman in 1976, this 72' ketch has had a fascinating history! Built at Derecktor Shipyard (known as America's most accomplished boatbuilder), her early life was spent around Florida and the Bahamas where having a centreboard made cruising that area accessible for a large yacht. She came across the Atlantic and made her way to the Isle of Wight. Her last outing was in 2020 when she sailed across the channel. She is now afloat and does need to be moved from the marina on sale completion. There is a lot of boat here, she has huge liveaboard p... read more

The Colvic Countess 28 needs no introduction, this ubiquitous marque has been around since 1980. Many were home completed to varying standards, some indifferent but some surprisingly good. Georgy Girl, being factory built definitely falls into the latter category. Georgy Girl benefits from recent upgrades of new sails, including cruising chute with snuffler, plus she was re-engined just a few years ago. Whilst not intended as a racer she has a sufficient turn of speed for the discerning cruising sailor, that is what Ian Anderson the designer and Colvic Craft Ltd UK who were based in Essex se... read more

The Colgate 26 is a collaboration between an Olympic sailor and a naval architect. They called it 'The boat for all reasons', to sail fast, to have fun and, most importantly, to be safe whilst doing it. They are popular one-design day boats and are great for teaching the transition from dinghies to keelboats. On deck they are simple and practical, the rig is powerful and yet easily controlled and the large self-draining cockpit adds to the versatility. Safety really was paramount in this design and the open, low transom means that getting back aboard is much easier. Down below these boa... read more

The Colgate 26 is a collaboration between an Olympic sailor and a naval architect. They called it 'The boat for all reasons', to sail fast, to have fun and, most importantly, to be safe whilst doing it. They are popular one-design day boats and are great for teaching the transition from dinghies to keelboats. On deck they are simple and practical - the rig is powerful and yet easily controlled and the large self-draining cockpit adds to the versatility. Safety really was paramount in this design and the open, low transom means that getting back aboard is much easier. Down below these bo... read more