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 Elkins Centreboard Gaff Cutter
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24' centreboard gaff cutter designed and built by Elkins of Christchurch in 1934. Major refit in 2009 included a new sheathed deck. Electric Saildrive fitted in 2017 gives 25 miles of range. Lifting coachroof and accompanying cockpit tent makes for a much bigger cabin when berthed up. Smart boat with lovely provenance and well maintained.
- Designer: Elkins of Christchurch
- Builder: Elkins of Christchurch
- Year: 1934
- Location: W. Sussex
- Length on deck: 24'
- Beam: 7'3"
- Draft: 3'11"
Enquire about Kim Holman Sterling Sloop
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Kim Holman Sterling Sloop
£14950
A very tidy example of the ever popular Sterling class, she has had a lot of professional work done in the last 3 years making her a tidy and sound example. Recent Lombardini 2cyl diesel, very good sails and tidy interior. 4 berths with good headroom. Hull, cockpit and systems overhauled, repaired or replaced as necessary. 2017 survey available. Thousands spent in recent years, a well equipped yacht ready to sail this year.
- Designer: Kim Holman
- Builder: Uphams of Brixham
- Year: 1968
- Location: Kent
- Length on deck: 28'6"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Draft: 4'8"
Enquire about Laurent Giles Vertue V2
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Laurent Giles Vertue V2
£14500
The second Vertue ever built, Sally II was launched in 1937 by Elkins who went on to become a prolific builder of Vertue yachts. Planked in pitch pine with bronze strap floors, lead keel and bronze keel bolts, all first class materials. Shipwright owned for 30 years she has a good 2019 survey and has been a reliable and safe cruising boat on the Scottish west coast for her owner. The Vertue is an iconic design from the 20th century, perhaps the most successful small cruising boat ever and this is one of the special and sought after early examples of which only 8 were built.
- Designer: Jack Laurent Giles
- Builder: E.F. Elkins
- Year: 1937
- Location: Scotland
- Length on deck: 25'2"
- Beam: 7'4"
- Draft: 4'6"
Enquire about 26′ Gaff Yawl
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26′ Gaff Yawl
£12500
Pretty gaff yawl built in 1912, totally rebuilt by the previous owner between 2007 -2013. Sailed by the current owner from UK to Portugal and back several times proving her a solid and capable boat, easily handled by just one person. 2018 survey plus full documentation of the rebuild available on request. 4 berths including a double forward. Beta 20hp engine.
- Designer: Gann and Palmer
- Builder: Gann and Palmer, Teignmouth
- Year: 1912
- Location: Cornwall
- Length on deck: 25'6"
- Beam: 8'
- Draft: 4'6"
Enquire about Laurent Giles Vertue V40
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Laurent Giles Vertue V40
£12500
Laurent Giles Vertue built in 1951 for the Festival of Britain and exhibited there as an example of British craftsmanship. Only 3 owners since new and has always been well maintained. Honduras mahogany hull on oak, short doghouse with large cockpit and 2 berth accommodation. Yanmar 10hp diesel. A very smart example in sound condition with a long list of refit work carried out professionally in the last 4 years. Thorough refit in November 2022 including all new keel bolts, hull repairs and an overhaul of rig and mast. November 2022 insurance survey available.
May 2024 hull gloss painted, primed and antifouled with Sea Jet 33, all preseason minor repairs carried out, deck painted, 4 coats of G4 and 4 coats of International Schooner varnish applied ready for a new owner in 2024.
- Designer: Laurent Giles
- Builder: Stebbings, Burnham on Crouch
- Year: 1951
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 25'3
- Beam: 7'2
- Draft: 4'6
Enquire about Knud Reimers Tumlare Sloop
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Knud Reimers Tumlare Sloop
£12000
Knud Reimers Tumlare built in Sweden in 1925, one of 6 boats sailed to the UK that year to form a UK based racing fleet. Major professional rebuild in 1992 then laid up undercover until 2000 when further refit work was carried out, professionally maintained since. New spars and rigging 2012. Good quality sails from One Sails. Complete with Harbeck road trailer. Lovely example, fully re-varnished for this season, ready to race or just potter about.
- Designer: Knud Reimers
- Builder: Hjalmar Johannson in Gothenburg, Sweden
- Year: 1935
- Location: Essex
- Length on deck: 27'2"
- Beam: 6'5"
- Draft: 4'2"
Enquire about Yachting World Seahorse
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Yachting World Seahorse
£12000
Yachting Word Seahorse, designed by Van de Stadt and built by the first owner. Refitted in recent years, she has an adaptable rig that can be set as either gaff or bermudan. With her gaff rig set up, she could be considered a real bandit racer for classic regattas. Simple interior with 3 berths. Vire inboard petrol engine. RM twin axle road trailer.
- Designer: E.G. Van De Stadt
- Builder: Tony Storer
- Year: 1974
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 28'6"
- Beam: 8'4"
- Draft: 5'6"
Enquire about Norman E. Dallimore Gaff Cutter
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Designed by Norman Dallimore, believed to be the oldest surviving example of his, built in 1912. Major professional refit between 2005 and 2007 with many new steamed timbers, new floors and centreline bolts, new deck, engine, systems and complete new rig. Standing and running rigging new in 2018. A pretty boat that has been finished to a very good standard but has only been sailed a handful of times since completion of her major refit. 2 single berths that convert to a large double across the whole of the cabin. Yanmar 1GM diesel engine. Sails from Ratsey and Lapthorn as new. A lovely pre WWI yacht in super condition.
- Designer: Norman E. Dallimore
- Builder: Cole & Sons, Hammersmith
- Year: 1912
- Location: Cornwall
- Length on deck: 22'
- Beam: 7'1"
- Draft: 4'7"
Enquire about Classic International Dragon
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Classic International Dragon
£11500
International Dragon originally designed by Johan Anker, this example built by Camper and Nicholson in 1947. One of 4 Dragons built by C&N that year, another of which was Bluebottle owned by the late Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip. Completely rebuilt between 2000 - 2002 with a new deck, re-fastened, new keel bolts and all cosmetic work. Stored undercover every winter since the rebuild. Comes with a custom made road trailer. A fast and exciting day sailing yacht with lovely pedigree.
- Designer: Johan Anker
- Builder: Camper and Nicholson
- Year: 1947
- Location: Cornwall
- Length on deck: 29'3"
- Beam: 6'5"
- Draft: 3'10"
Enquire about Kim Holman Sterling Bermudan Sloop
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One of the nicest examples of a Holman sterling built, finished to a higher spec than most of the other boats in the class with teak decks and teak interior joinery. Well maintained with lots of recent upgrades including sails, rigging and keel bolts. A fine example of this popular and capable design, ready for the summer.
- Designer: Kim Holman
- Builder: Uphams of Brixham
- Year: 1963
- Location: Essex
- Length on deck: 28'6"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Draft: 4'8"
Enquire about 8 Ton Hillyard Sloop
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8 Ton Hillyard Sloop
£9500
8ton Hillyard that has been in the same family ownership since her launch in 1967, now sadly for sale due to health problems. Well maintained boat with 6' headroom, 4 berths, heads and galley. History of refit work including new keel bolts and engine overhaul, plus new sails in 2018. A sweet shallow draft yacht presented very nicely.
- Designer: David Hillayrd
- Builder: David Hillyard
- Year: 1967
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 28'6"
- Draft: 3'
Enquire about Percy Dalton Tosher
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Percy Dalton Tosher
£8000
Built in 1971 in Porthleven, she underwent an 11 year rebuild through the 1980's and 90's, then a further thorough refit in 2021 by the present owner. A delightful looking Tosher with a large open cockpit and an elegant gaff cutter rig that gets her moving very well. Beta Marine diesel with low hours. Full all over boat cover as new. Great boat for some weekend racing or pottering around with the family.
- Designer: Percy Dalton
- Year: 1971
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 20'4"
- Beam: 8'3"
- Draft: 3'
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.