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 Sole Bay Ketch
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Sole Bay Ketch
£29750
A much admired motor sailer ketch and 1 of only 3 built in this size. Iroko on oak hull all copper fastened. Underwater hull is copper nickel sheathed. Perkins 6 cyl 120hp diesel. 6/8 berths in 3 cabins including a large double in the aft cabin. She had a major refit in 1989 and has been maintained to a high standard since 1996 in present ownership. 2017 survey available
- Designer: Jack Francis Jones
- Builder: Gordon Armstrong Marine, Scarborough
- Year: 1964
- Location: Edinburgh, Scotland
- Length on deck: 40'6
- Beam: 12'
- Draft: 5'
Enquire about Laurent Giles Sloop
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Laurent Giles Sloop
£29995
A solid and capable yacht from Laurent Giles, predecessor to the Rambler Class, built for safe short handed cruising from the best available materials. Extended offshore cruising in the current ownership with voyages to the Caribbean and Iceland. All new rigging in 2016, replacement Yanmar engine in 2022. A spacious and comfortable yacht, very easily handled and although not fast she will look after her crew in any weather. Well proven and regularly updated.
- Designer: Laurent Giles Ltd
- Builder: J.J. Bickford Ltd. Topsham, Devon
- Year: 1956
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 35'
- Beam: 9'9"
- Draft: 4'3"
Enquire about Percy Crossley Bermudan Sloop
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Reduced in price due to the owners ill health, this is a very good value yacht. Designed by Percy Crossley who was responsible for the Windermere 17 design. A very elegant pre-war yacht with a sweeping sheer, flush laid decks and a narrow elegant coachroof. Major refit in 2018 including all new stainless steel strap floors and a new interior. Recent sails and rigging. Pitch pine hull with lead keel and bronze keel bolts. A beautiful looking yacht in regular use. on the National Historic Ships Register and comes with a complete history of her ownership including all documentation. 2021 insurance survey available. Drastically reduced in price due to the owners ill health.
- Designer: Percy Crossley
- Builder: Ponsharden Shipyard, Falmouth
- Year: 1934
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 37'
- Beam: 8'4"
- Draft: 5'5"
Enquire about Nicholson Jolina Class Sloop
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Nicholson Jolina Class Sloop
£35000
Jolina sloop designed by Charles Nicholson and built by Clare Lallows of Cowes in 1961 to Lloyds 100A1. elegant cruiser racer that has been maintained to a very high standard with a long list of recent refit work. Perhaps one of the best examples of the class, she was obviously built to a higher standard than most of the Jolinas and this original build quality shows clearly in the finish and feel of the boat today. 5 single berths in a beautifully finished interior. Recent sails from Elvstrom, new keel bolts, floor bolts and much other work. she won the Concours d'Elegance at the 2022 Hamble Classics. Superb yacht in lovely condition that will compete well in the classic regattas or function as a fast and capable cruising yacht. Photo credit: Vicki Weston.
- Designer: Charles Nicholson
- Builder: Clare Lallows of Cowes
- Year: 1961
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 35'
- Beam: 9'
- Draft: 5'10"
Enquire about John Alden Malabar Sloop
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John Alden Malabar Sloop
£37500
Designed by John alden and built by the Wing on Shing Shipyard in Hong Kong. The Malabar class is a design well known for superb elegant lines, good sailing performance and a lot of volume for her modest length. All teak hull, varnished from new. New teak on plywood deck in 2005. Expansive and comfortable cockpit with complete tent to create an extra dry space on wet days. Professionally maintained in current 20 year ownership with a long list of upgrades including rigging, sails, engine and electronics. Recently commissioned for the summer season.
- Designer: John G. Alden and Co. Inc.
- Builder: Wing on Shing Shipyard, Hong Kong
- Year: 1961
- Location: Cornwall
- Length on deck: 33'3"
- Beam: 9'9"
- Draft: 5'4"
Enquire about Alan Buchanan Sloop
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Alan Buchanan Sloop
£39000
A very well maintained and cared for yacht from the hand of Buchanan, built by Sutton and Wiggins who are known for producing top quality yachts and built many Buchanan designs. Brand new sails and rigging, recently varnished and painted. Nanni diesel 29hp engine with low hours. Brand new boat cover. 5 berths with 6'5" headroom. A nice looking and very well equipped yacht with nice pedigree, looking smart and sailing regularly this season.
- Designer: Alan Buchanan
- Builder: Sutton and Wiggings Ltd
- Year: 1964
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 33'11"
- Beam: 9'1"
- Draft: 5'6"
Enquire about Warner 33 Bermudan Cutter
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Warner 33 Bermudan Cutter
£39500
33' bermudan cutter cruising yacht designed by American Winthrop Warner and built in Marblehead in 1954. Major rebuild in 1998 included a complete new deck and coachroof. Further refit in 2001 included new engine, systems, rigging and sails. Used regularly over the last 6 years by the present owner who has cruised around the Mediterranean, now brought back to the UK to find a new owner. Very spacious boat for 33' length on deck. 5 berths including a double forward. Very large and spacious cockpit with wheel steering, this is her most attractive feature and is a superb cockpit for socialising or sailing with the family. An exceptional yacht.
- Designer: Winthrop Warner
- Builder: Garves, Marblehead, USA
- Year: 1954
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 37'
- Beam: 10'4"
- Draft: 4'10"
Enquire about Miller Fifer Motor Sailer Ketch
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One of the finest Miller Fifers afloat, maintained to a professional standard in recent 30 year ownership. 2023 upgrades including new rigging and nav gear. Millers were built to the lines of Scottish fishing boats with similar scantlings making them extremely strong, tough and capable yachts. New Holland 85hp diesel, giving 7 knots cruising speed. Recent sails and new standing rigging. 5 berths including a double with excellent headroom. A very capable but easily handled cruising boat in excellent condition, used for extended summer cruising every season. A very comfortable and easy cruising boat with a lot of space and volume for her length. November 2022 survey report available.
- Designer: James Miller
- Builder: Miller and Sons
- Year: 1962
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 33'
- Beam: 10'4"
- Draft: 4'
Enquire about 6 Meter Rule Gaff Cutter
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6 Meter Rule Gaff Cutter
£42000
Designed and built to the 6 meter rule in 1905, she is a very early example of the class and has been in present family ownership for 50 years. Recent professional refit including new mast. Planked in Pitch Pine on oak frames, all bronze screw fastened. Gaff cutter rig on Noble Spars mast. 4 berths in smart interior. A stunning looking yacht with superb performance in the right conditions, currently in good sound and smart condition.
- Designer: Stow, A.E.
- Builder: A.E. Stow, Shoreham
- Year: 1905
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 33'
- Beam: 6'6"
- Draft: 4'6"
Enquire about 32′ Gaff Cutter
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32′ Gaff Cutter
£44000
Professionally built in 1987, this unusual boat has a very pretty hull with generous beam and spacious interior, but she has a gaff cutter rig. Normally a yacht of this type and size would have a bermudan rig so she is a bit unusual and special. Major professional refit to external paint and varnish work so that she is looking very smart. Recently fitted Volvo 43hp diesel. Open plan interior with room to upgrade and improve if desired, however she has a lot of volume and good headroom. An attractive and well built boat that is not old and is looking very smart. The asking price is for the boat launched and rigged, however negotiation on the price is possible to buy her as is in the shed.
- Designer: Alan F. Hill
- Builder: David Patience
- Year: 1987
- Location: Dorset
- Length on deck: 32'6"
- Beam: 9'10"
- Draft: 5'6"
Enquire about David Cheverton Danegeld
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David Cheverton Danegeld
£47500
Designed and built by David Cheverton in 1958, she was awarded Yacht of the Year in 1959 after a superb racing season during which she largely wiped the floor in the UK yacht racing scene. The Danegeld class was launched off the back of her success. The boat is still raced regularly in the classic regattas and has been well maintained and updated over the years. New sails in 2012, complete new rig in 2016, new engine in 2023. 6 berths with 6'3" headroom. a fine looking yacht with superb pedigree and a reputation for being a fast and competitive boat.
- Designer: David Cheverton
- Builder: David Cheverton
- Year: 1958
- Location: Hants
- Length on deck: 35'5"
- Beam: 9'7"
- Draft: 5'6"
Enquire about 45′ W. H. Thomas Gaff Yawl
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45′ W. H. Thomas Gaff Yawl
£49000
Launched in Falmouth in 1906, one of the first yachts in the UK registered with Lloyds as having an engine plus her 'sparks' internal lighting. A chequered history lead to her being discovered abandoned in Glasgow, subsequently rebuilt and re-launched in 2001. Purchased by The Island Trust in 2012 and used for youth sail training ever since. Another major refit in 2016 with keel off, new stem and new centreline floors and fastenings. She holds an MCA Cat 2 commercial licence for 8+2 crew and will be sold with all gear and equipment required for that licence. 10 berths in total with 6'6" headroom. Yanmar 75hp diesel engine. Her low aspect gaff yawl rig is easily handled and she has proved her sea keeping capabilities many times. Sensibly priced and in commission ready for the next chapter in eihter private ownership or commercial sailing activities.
- Builder: W. H. Thomas of Falmouth
- Year: 1906
- Location: Devon
- Length on deck: 45'
- Beam: 10'8"
- Draft: 7'6"
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.