Camper and Nicholson Launch

Wooden Ships Comments on this Camper and Nicholson Launch

Believed to have been built pre-war by Camper and Nicholson, she does indeed have the appearance of a C&N boat and certainly has the quality of workmanship that is expected of that yard.  She spent time with the Royal London Yacht Club and subsequently many years in Cowes owned by the Port Officer for the Ocean Cruising Club.

Bought by the present owner in 2013 and then professionally refitted, the hull was stripped inside and out, frames replaced as necessary and the outside of the hull sheathed in a very thin cloth to stabilise the timber.  She is now a very smart and well presented launch in very nice condition.

Launches of this size are unusual and highly sought after, large enough to carry several people in comfort and safety but small enough to be launched by one person and easy to handle.

This boat is lavished with original fittings and features, lots of chromed bronze deck fittings have survived the years including a delightful port and starboard navigation light on the bow.  A complete package with a new road trailer, all in lovely condition and ready for the summer.

Length                  14’2″

Beam                    5’1″

Draft                      1’8″