Do you want to realise a long-standing yachting dream or take the family out on the water with style? Whether you’re searching for a small sloop or a large sailing yacht, we can help you find your ideal vessel.
The team at Wooden Ships is very fortunate to have some of the world’s most beautiful sailing yachts for sale. We consider it both a pleasure and a responsibility to guide you in selecting the boat that is your perfect sailing match. Browse our portfolio of some of the most elegant, traditional and classic sailing boats for sale today, or contact us to find out more about the sailing boats and yachts in our books.
Enquire about Laurent Giles Vertue V131
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Laurent Giles Vertue V131 built by Robertsons of Woodbridge in 1965. In her early years she was sailed to South Africa via the Suez Canal and battered by severe storms in the Indian Ocean. Converted to a masthead sloop rig with alloy mast and boom while in South Africa, she was brought back to the UK in 1993. 4 berths plus heads and galley. Roller furling and self tailing winches.
- Designer: Laurent Giles
- Builder: Robertsons of Woodbridge
- Year: 1965
- Location: West Sussex
- Length on deck: 25'4"
- Beam: 7'4"
- Draft: 4'6"
Enquire about Knud Reimers Stor Tumlaren
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Designed by Knud Reimers, this large version of the Tumlare was given wide notoriety after yachting author Adlard Coles wrote about the virtues his own Stor Tumlaren COHOE I in his book 'Heavy Weather Sailing'. This yacht was built in Fareham with all Honduras mahogany planking, lead keel and bronze keel bolts. A superb classic yacht with great pedigree, an ideal easily handled classic regatta boat or a cruising yacht for a couple. Would benefit from some upgrading of systems and standing rigging will likely need replacing for insurance. Sensibly priced, sale required this season. 2023 survey available.
- Designer: Knud Reimers
- Builder: R&A Hamper, Fareham
- Year: 1961
- Location: Northumberland
- Length on deck: 32'1"
- Beam: 7'5"
- Draft: 5'10"
Enquire about Centreboard Bermudan Cutter
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Built by E. Williams of Cowes in 1908. Refurbished by a local Chichester shipwright and bought by the current owner in 2021. Used locally in Chichester harbour where she has been a wonderful boat for weekend exploration. He relatively shallow draft with a dagger board means she can get up the shallow creeks and can be kept on a cheap drying mud mooring. In winter she is trailered away for low cost winter storage. With a suitable trailer she could easily to be towed on the road. 2 berths for weekend camping trips. Yanmar 1GM engine. A delightful boat that is in commission and being used this spring. Sensibly priced offering a lot of fun on the water.
- Designer: Traditional
- Builder: E. Williams of Cowes
- Year: 1908
- Location: West Sussex
- Length on deck: 20'
- Beam: 5'
- Draft: 2'6"
Enquire about Keith Nelson Bermudan Sloop
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Designed by A.N. Prickett and built by Keith Nelson at his famous yard in Bembridge, Isle of Wight. 2 berths with heads in the bows and separate galley. Beta 10hp diesel.
- Designer: A.N. Prickett
- Builder: Keith Nelson
- Year: 1952
- Location: Hampshire
- Length on deck: 29'1"
- Beam: 7'6"
- Draft: 4'
Enquire about A.R. Luke Gaff Sloop
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A.R. Luke Gaff Sloop
£4950
Elegant pocket cruising yacht designed by A.R. Luke. Gaff sloop rig with a simple 2 berth cabin. Outboard engine carried on the transom for simplicity. All teak hull with lead keel and bronze keel bolts. In need of some refurbishment but a lovely yacht built of excellent materials.
- Designer: A.R. Luke
- Builder: Brook & Hall
- Year: 1927
- Location: Hampshire
- Length on deck: 18'3"
- Beam: 6'5"
- Draft: 3'9"
Enquire about Fairey Atalanta 26
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Fairey Atalanta 26
£4500
Fairey Atalanta 26 built in 1960. fitted with an 8.5kw Lynch electric motor for silent running. Hydraulic lifting keels makes for easy single handed sailing. 5 berths with an aft cabin. Comes with a heavy duty road trailer.
- Designer: Alan Vines / Uffa Fox
- Builder: Fairey Marine
- Year: 1960
- Location: Hampshire
- Length on deck: 26'
- Beam: 7'9"
- Draft: 1'6"
Enquire about Kim Holman 26
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Kim Holman 26
£4500
Very tidy example of the ever popular Holman 26 design, she had a major period of refit work with the previous owner between 2014-2019. Good sails and standing rigging, Beta Marine 14hp diesel engine. Smart interior with 4 berths. Very well equipped yacht, in commission and sailing this summer. Full details of refit work available. Sensibly priced small cruising yacht in tidy condition.
- Designer: Kim Holman
- Builder: Whisstocks of Woodbridge
- Year: 1962
- Location: Cornwall
- Length on deck: 26'2''
- Beam: 7'6''
- Draft: 4'2''
Yachts for sale
Sailing yachts are one of a kind in regatta capabilities and eco-friendly performance. Nothing quite beats relaxing on your boat with an ice-cold drink and the sound of sails flapping gently overhead. Several advantages come with owning sail boats, including freedom and adaptability to sail wherever and whenever you want and travel the world at your own pace. In addition, one of the many benefits of sailing boats is harnessing the wind’s power.
Many of the classic yachts for sale by Wooden Ships have the timeless elegance and speed of a traditional sailing yacht, whilst others combine this with all the contemporary convenience of a modern yacht, ensuring that every voyage is as pleasant as possible. Whether you want a sailboat to leisurely cruise between some of the world’s most famous and colourful ports in amongst the luxury boats, explore remote spots off the beaten track, or participate in regattas, our sailboats for sale give you the freedom to do it in stylish elegance.
Sailboats for sale UK
Many people think that owning a yacht means buying a perfect, ready-made boat. However, at Wooden Ships classic yacht brokers, we know there is a boat for everyone, and many people find the best sailing boats are to take on an old classic as a project. You can usually purchase used project yachts for a much lower price than a new one. You’ll have the opportunity to put your stamp on them by carrying out any necessary repairs and renovations.
Of course, taking on project boats is not for everyone. It requires time, effort and patience to return an old boat to its former glory. But if you’re up for the challenge, a project boat can be a great way to get a unique classic yacht. We hope that you enjoy our selection of vintage and classic sailing yachts.
Do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions about any of the boats featured on our website, or if you want to sell your classic boat. Here’s some information about what to expect when you sell your boat.
Wooden Ships classic yachts brokers have an extensive database of sailing boats for sale. With a wide range of classic yachts, motor yachts and small classic boats, Wooden Ships has one of the largest selections of traditional wooden boats and yachts for sale in the UK.
