1948 Wallasea Bay 35' Ketch. Originally built as a sloop, 'Ocean Dundas' was converted to a ketch in the 1960's (please note mizzen mast not pictured in main suite of photos but waiting to be stepped after refurbishment). A really charming boat, Ocean Dundas was one of a number of vessels built at the Wallasea Bay Yacht Station in the post war years. A super pretty boat with her canoe stern and sloping coachroof, 'Ocean Dundas' has been used for local Solent sailing since the current owners purchased the boat from the Essex coast in 2016. Maintained as necessary by Tim Gilmore, wooden boat spe... read more

NOSTALGIA AT IT'S BEST - Uphams of Brixham (1817 - 1984) had their roots firmly centered in the fishing industry. Their diverse skills were in much demand not just for working vessels but a goodly number of pleasure craft were built embracing the traditional designs of the day. The Falmouth Quay Punt famously served as the 'taxi' between shore and ships moored offshore with many operating solely under sail (no engine) - a testimonial to their sailing prowess. They were also extensively used for fishing having a wide beam and substantial volume for load carrying. Because of their... read more

Introducing the 1995 Heard 23, a boat that knows how to work hard and play harder! This beauty draws inspiration from the traditional Falmouth working boat, offering a heavy-weight, quality build that's as solid as a rock. But don't let that fool you; she's got some impressive sailing skills up her sleeve! This Heard 23 is not your average Joe. She's been pampered and showered with love, enjoying top-notch maintenance throughout her existence. Equipped with solar panels to catch those sweet rays, furling head sails for easy-peasy sailing, Lewmar winches that make you feel l... 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

Duet needs no introduction if you have been a regular at any Mediterranean classic regatta in the past decade, having been busy cleaning up the silverware at the likes of Coupe d’Automme Yacht Club de France, Les Voiles d’Antibes and Regates Royales Cannes. Originally designed by Sir Thomas Glen-Coats under the Alfred Mylne design office and built in 1926 at the McGruer & Co yard. Her original design was to a 6 Metre rule and after the war converted into cruiser/racer with the well-designed cabin and interior, Duet then raced under the Solent Q Class and now races under CIM. Duet has ha... read more

Sibyl of Cumae, designed and built in 1902 by William Fife of Fairlie, Scotland, is very special yacht. Listed on the National Historic Ships UK register (no 674) she has seen over 121 years of history and is presented in wonderful condition. She was the subject of a very extensive rebuild in the mid 80s and has been well maintained since with regular varnish, paint work being undertaken. In her current ownership she has been extensively cruised and taken part in a handful of classic regattas within Europe. Sibyl comes with a full inventory of sails and equipment which will allow the new own... read more

Nancy – US 60 is one of Olin Stephen’s very special 6 Metres, perhaps Nancy is most important, being the boat that Olin helmed himself during the 1932 British American Team race, which the Americans won! Nancy was lovingly restored by Bill Green in early 2004 and since then she has been kept in impeccable condition, her current owner has kept her works schedule high including replacing 30 frames, adding extra mast strengthening and painting her topsides in 2017. Winner of many trophies over the years, today Nancy can be found with an incredible inventory of sails, 3 spars (2 aluminium an... read more

***NEW ARRIVAL*** Natsumi is a wonderful example of one of our restored Andrews Slipper Launches. At Andrews Boathouses we carefully select and acquire Slipper Launches that we then put through our own rigorous restoration process. The damaged and unsound planking is carefully stripped away and replaced with selected timbers that have been aged for at least two years. From the keel up we restore the hull using the best woods and modern caulking to ensure the integrity of the hull. The hull is made sound and painted in the new owner’s choice of colour and of course the trademark bl... read more