Hand built sail number 41 by Alan Platt of Thundersley, Essex in 1979 a true Classic coastal sailer. Solid construction of clinker laid Iroko planking laid over steamed Oak timbers and Iroko centre line structure. Unusual example of a Finesse 24, with a spacious saloon containing two fore & aft berths with a foldaway dining table. Galley is port aft with gas hob & grill with good storage. Foreword is a separate cabin with full length berth and sea toilet. I am the third owner, having spent 13 years happily sailing Driftwood. She is in good condition having been maintained pro... read more

32ft Wooden Gaff Cutter, built 1914, A pleasure Yacht. commissioned as a "one-off " design, elements of her similar to the King’s Lynn fishing smacks of that time. She was reported to have been a retirement gift to a boat yard foreman. The Gaff rig was converted to Bermudan rig in the 1950’s. In the 1990's her rig was redesigned ,she reverted to a Traditional Gaff Cutter. she underwent a large refit carried out by the shipwrights/ engineers of Kings Boatyard at Pin Mill. Comprehensive ownership history, records of the Works carried out, images of her sailing a... read more

A very attractive Classic dayboat. Built 1902 to a J Pain Clark design. A Gaff Sloop with a Traditional rig, blocks and tackle. Small outboard engine, used off the side deck. The fixed bowsprit gives her LOA 29ft. She has been well maintained and restored by her owner and the Boatyard themselves. She is in good order. Stands on her own Galvanised cradle when ashore. Ashore each Winter, now refitted and due to be relaunched, May 2023 onto her swinging Summer mooring on the River Orwell.... read more

Stealaway is the No:1 of twenty two, 27ft Bangor S Class racer cruisers. She is the only one of type to carry a Bermudan Cutter rig. Built in Balyholme, Northern Ireland to a very high standard. She has been well maintained and underwent an extensive refit in 2018/9 by Upsons Boatyard of Aldeburgh, Suffolk. Works included: New decks & frames, Keel bolts were replaced. She was rewired, hull stripped back to bare and repainted. New Lofrans windlass and chain. Wilmex self tailing winches and a new gearbox. Present owners bought her in 2017 and have enjoyed cruising the East Coast a... read more

'Gean' is a Loch Long One Design keelboat, built in 1957 by Nunns of Waldringfield. Approximately 12 years ago she was fitted with a new coachroof, which although different in design to the original, has been accepted by the class. Since then the boat has been laid up, and is now in need of some TLC to bring her back to pristine condition. 'Gean' can be raced with the Loch Long One Design fleets on the Alde in Suffolk as well as the Clyde in Scotland. Alternatively she will make a very rewarding day-sailer for friends and family, and for club racing. She is equipped with 2 ... read more

Beautiful Dutch, steel, gaff-rigged sloop, built 1979. Flat-bottomed, perfect for East Coast. 7 berths, Yanmar Engine 4J H45. New rigging, leeboards, mast repair, varnish work. Heads; Taylors paraffin stove; Microwave; navigational aids; new battery. Featured in Classic Boat magazine. Rare in UK.... read more

30ft Bermudian Cutter, a substantial vessel. A robust Pitch pine carvel planked hull. Accommodation for 2 plus 2 and a dog! Standing headroom in the saloon. Bright and airy cabin. Re-engined in 2008. To be Sold afloat, in commission, refitted and serviced "Ready to Go" Mid May 2024. Insurance survey March 2024. TRY AGAIN is an ex working Channel Island Pilot Cutter, originally constructed circa 1870, in her lifetime has been completely rebuilt two/three times in her long history. MCA registration 1907. Newspaper articles of her major rebuild in 1953. Her rig was re-des... read more

Another beautifully designed classic yacht by the highly acclaimed T Harrison Butler. "Omega of Broom" has been cruised locally by her last couple of owners and is found in a sound condition. She offers a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of this piece of classic yachting history. Viewing by appointment only through our Suffolk Office - 01473 659681 Mechanical & Electrical Systems Located under the companionway steps is the offset Yanmar 2GM20 marine diesel engine fitted new in approximately 2005. Sea water cooled. Approximately 45 litre fuel tank. Single lever controls. Twin cylinder... read more