The Nicholson 45 design when first introduced in 1971. Nicholsons built 8 of these boats and then sold the moulds. This boat is believed to have been built by Cougar Marine in 1994 using the moulds and is registered as number 18. Highly regarded as the very latest in ocean racer design, the 45s lines are the epitome of ocean racer design of it's time - graceful sheer, almost flush decked, retrousse stern, balanced overhangs and attractive tumblehome. This fabulous blue water yacht has been well cared for and has extensively sailed the mediterranean since new. She has just been burnished and th... read more

Designed by Camper & Nicholson for the cruiser/racing market back in the 1960/70's, these long keel, very strongly built yachts continue to be popular as economical, seaworthy and 'go anywhere' cruisers. This example has been engineer owned for the last 11 years and benefits from not only a new Beta engine with new mountings, exhaust & cooling systems but also new stern gear, a new sprayhood & new spray dodgers. The accommodation is neat, tidy and practical with good head-linings, floors and new upholstery & lee cloths in 2017. If you're looking for a timeless blue water cruiser that was b... read more

"Oryx" is a Nicholson 30 Mark.III . Hull number 44. This design is a spin off from Camper and Nicholson's successful half ton class design which won the half ton world championship. She is built to a very high standard. The internal fitout was completed by Camper and Nicholson. She has been professionally reupholstered using fire retardant foam. She has a fin keel tipped off by an aerodynamic lead bulb which gives her a high ballast ratio, making her very close winded and comfortable to sail. The engine is a Volvo Penta MD2020 shaft driven to Volvo three bladed folding pr... read more

The Nic 26 is a 'proper little ship' that could take the competent and adventurous sailor anywhere where there is sufficient water to sail. Rugged construction from a quality builder in the days when GRP was still something of a novelty but traditional boat building skills were still in abundance . No concessions to comforts like heating, showers or hot water certainly, but a hull, keel and rig as 'bomb proof' as they come. This example is in 'end of season condition', with some tidying up to do, when her professional mechanic owner finds the time from his day job (and the fabulous 36 footer h... read more

Remarks : Peter Nicholson designed 35' Classic Yacht commissioned and built in 1966 for Sir Owen Aisher under the old One Ton Cup Rule by Camper & Nicholsons yard in Gosport. She was chosen to compete in the 1967 One Ton Cup in Copenhagen with Peter Nicholson as helmsman and one of 3 British boats. Her full history is known and she has served as both competitive offshore and inshore racer and coastal cruiser with pedigree. She is now offered for sale with transferable mooring in the Beaulieu River.In 2001, her 35th birthday present was a major refit with all structural and mechanical com... read more

These classic cruiser racers designed by Peter & Charles Nicholson with hulls laid by Halmatic, were very strongly built and have excellent seakeeping qualities. Popular as a reliable take you anywhere offshore cruiser, they are great value for money and give peace of mind in challenging conditions. Although this example has completed many long voyages over the years, for the last few she has been stationary and used mainly as a live aboard in the Plymouth area. The engine has had little recent use and requires a good service, whilst the cockpit cover, although fairly new, needs a quick rep... read more

Nicholson 30 fin keel cruiser built by Camper & Nicholson. Owned by one family for 41 years, much loved and cared for, presented in very tidy condition for her age. Various updates over the years include, wireless wind/direction (2015), Hull stripped and repainted (2015), Windows renewed (2017), complete engine rebuild (2009). Very light and airy feel below decks, ideal first family boat with good seakeeping qualities, much boat for the money. Afloat on the river Dart at Ditisham. SPECIFICATION: Built by Camper & Nicholson designed by C E Nicholson Bermudan sloop rig, fin ... read more