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 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 South Coast One Design SCOD
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South Coast One Design, or SCOD, one of many of this class launched by Burnes Shipyard Ltd of Bosham. Bought by the present oner in 2020, she has undergone a major refit including all new running and standing rigging, re-galvanised mast fittings, new keel bolts and hood end fastenings, deck repairs, rebuilt cockpit and all new wiring. these are fine small cruiser racer yachts, with a reputation for speed but offering full standing headroom and 4 good berths all in 26' of deck length. A capable boat with a detailed and documented refit history.
- Designer: Charles A. Nicholson
- Builder: Burnes Shipyard Ltd
- Year: 1956
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 26'1"
- Beam: 7'10"
- Draft: 5'3"
Enquire about 25′ Gaff Cutter
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25′ Gaff Cutter
£3950
Gaff cutter designed and built by the current owners father, launched in 1953. Used for family cruising around the Bristol Channel, her enclosed cockpit makes a sheltered space. 4 good berths with standing headroom around the galley. Yanmar 2GM diesel had an overhaul in 2022. She is a real 'Tardis' with her size, an interesting boat with good interior volume and a nice history.
- Designer: Traditional
- Year: 1953
- Location: Bristol
- Length on deck: 24'6"
- Beam: 8'6"
- Draft: 3'6"
Enquire about Laurent Giles Peter Duck Ketch
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Laurent Giles Peter Duck ketch built as they all were by Porter & Haylett. A total of 38 boats were built to this design. This boat has been neglected after the death of her late owner. Prior to this she had been professionally maintained by a local shipwright with a recently fitted new Beta 28 diesel engine. The hull has dried out but work has been ongoing to slowly let the hull take up which is happening nicely. The rig is complete. Being sold at a very low cost as the family simply wish to move her on. This is not a major rebuild in any way, a new owner with some amateur skills and time could easily take on the required work.
- Designer: Laurent Giles
- Builder: Porter & Haylett
- Year: 1961
- Location: Hampshire
- Length on deck: 28'6"
- Beam: 9'
- Draft: 4'3"
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.
