Character Boats - recognised leaders in quality traditional sailing craft
Read more about what we have to offer and our fantastic range of boats.
Seaworthy hull shapes – easy to tow & launch
A seaworthy craft with an excellent reputation ,so named as around a hundred years ago the original craft was used formany years under sail and
Gaff Sloop Rig Gives Efficient Performance With Short Spars
The Coastal version of the Whammel has a half decked layout with more enclosed cockpit than the original open boat version. Developed for coastal
Now is the time to place an order for early 2010 season
Unrivaled build quality, service and very competitive prices. Character Boats are original
Boat Shows
We will once again be exhibited at Southampton Boat Show, new models. You can not miss us , our stand no A19/20 is in the front row, directly opposite the main show entrance.
New builds and pre owned quality craft available to suit varuious requirements and budgets. New craft available for immediate delivery, be afloat in time for the school holidays!
17ft.6in. Coastal Weekender - Cream hull - top of the range model.14ft 6in Post Boat - Traditional version - green hull.
Trial sails available by appointment.
For other new craft built to order- delivery times are typically 10 to 12 weeks.
Pre-owned craft from our range also available. These are always in demand and sell quickly.
Telephone for up to date listing and details.
about character boats
Address: Character Boats Telephone & Fax 01253 727004
Rowlay Industrial Estate, Allenby Road, Lytham - St. Annes, Lancs, FY8 2DG
Welcome to our website where you will find plenty of information and photographs of popular craft from our range of Traditional and Classic sailing craft.
Character Boats have been established over 30 years and are based in Lytham St. Annes, Lancashire. The craft we build are glassfibre replicas of the original seaworthy working boats hulls from the North West and Scottish coastlines.
In recent years we have invested heavily in new moulds and upgraded the fit out, equipment and finish of the craft to suit the requirements of private owners but without compromising the sturdiness or sailing qualities of the original hull shapes.
Quality moulded hulls fitted out with hand crafted hardwood gunwales, seating, and cockpit sole boards and equipped with quality stainless steel deck equipment and fittings. They are recognised for their quality of build, attention to detail and standard of finish.
Our new craft have been independently tested and certified under the recreational Craft Directive (RCD) in line with European standards. Built by professional time served craftsmen using modern materials whilst keeping the traditional design gives a craft with aesthetic appeal that many owners seek, which offers low maintenance and gives great pride of ownership.
Several top sailors including European Champions and Olympic medalists have sailed our craft and they always comment about the good handling and fine balance. Very few other traditional craft are able to offer this combination of desireable features and even then only at considerably greater cost. Character Boats offer quality and unbeatable value. We invite you to discuss your requirements and will be pleased to give a quotation once we know your chosen specification and choice of optional equipment.
Price range – new craft ready to sail from £ 7,000 to £ 15,000.
For further information telephone 01253 727004 or for E mail just use the ‘contact us’ button at the top of the page.
Download Our Brochures
Post Boat Brochure
Coastal Whammel Brochure
Lytham Pilot Brochure
