Over 20 years manufacturing quality products for the marine industry.
Specialists in G.R.P Moulding and Pattern making.
Designers and builders of G.R.P Steering Consoles and Components.
Suppliers of RAE-LINE quality boat seats.
Manufacuters of Wheelhouses

We specialise in quality used complete outfits (engine, boat, trailer and electronics) from the top manufacturers including Orkney, Warrior, Shetland and Seahog. Packages can be tailored to suit your requirements.

Visit our Web Site to see more boats and equipment!

Take advantage of the Isle of Wights lower business rates. Reflected in our prices.

New Mercury Outboards

Bill Higham Marine is a family run business with 40 years experience in both sailing and outboard craft. We have an extensive knowledge of every type of new and used outboard motor.

In addition to supplying the latest models, we have 1000 plus engines currently being broken for spares, including a large quantity of out of date engines from 1945 onwards, making our in-house service and repair facilities amongst the most comprehensive you will find anywhere! We also supply a full range of items to maximise your engines performance.

Our expertise also includes an extensive knowledge of all aspects of watersport accessories and safety equipment. Our chandlery department can supply all your boating requirements from ropes and handles to wakeboards and inflatables. Please take a few moments to browse our website and discover the many products and services we have to offer and please remember that if you can�t find what you are looking for you can always use our enquiry form which will receive our prompt attention.

Evinrude Johnson Main Agents

We offer a fast, efficient service

We stock leading brands of Electronics
Garmin, ICOM, NASA, Magellan, Raymarine, Silva, Simrad, Navman

Safety Equipment
Crewsaver, McMurdo, Ocean Safety, Plastimo, Baltic

Outboards
Evinrude, Honda, Mariner, Suzuki, Johnson

Inflatables & RIBs
Quicksilver, Suzumar, Valiant, Plastimo, Honda

Plus much, much more!
Our website is secure, quick and simple to use.
Why not give us a try!

Authorised Mariner & Honda Service Centre

Ribcraft

Why Choose Ribcraft?

Ribcraft are one of the few British manufactures who build the complete boat "In House" We manufacture the hull, tubes, tube fittings, consoles, seating, fuel systems, 'A' frames all at our Yeovil Factory. We also have on-site Stainless steel and Aluminium fabrication.
Ribcraft originally started building boats in the late eighties; at the start we had one model in our range. We have grown into what we are today by earning a reputation for building reliable, well constructed boats. We have not been formed by a large corporation or outside funding but have built our business solely on Manufacturing Rigid Inflatables.

You are dealing with people who have lots of experience in using Rigid Inflatables and can offer sound advice. You are not dealing with a salesman just selling the end product out of a brochure.

Our consoles and seating are designed to be as user friendly and comfortable as possible in rougher conditions (and of course are all made by us). This is the reason why all of our consoles and seats are fibreglass bonded to the deck, it increases the strength and insures they are waterproofed. Bonding consoles and seats into boats actually costs far more in time and materials than using self-taping screws. Take a look at the waterproof and strength qualities next time you look at another manufactures seating and consoles.

We only manufacture our Inflation tubes in Hypalon material. Ask anyone who has had years of experience in using Rib's why Hypalon is the only fabric to use, and they will all tell you the same thing, because you can repair it extremely easily should the need arise. Hypalon is by far the longest lasting tube fabric available due to its long-term serviceability. This is reinforced by organizations that use it (R.N.L.I., MOD etc)

Ribcraft's fuel tanks are all made from Stainless Steel and are housed under the deck. This insures that the weight is at the lowest centre of gravity in the boat and thus helps the handling. It also frees up storage space under the console. This method is far superior to under console plastic tanks and is proven over many years of use; the downside is that it's more expensive.

Ribcraft were the first manufacture to use under deck trunking system as standard on all our range. All cabling is run directly from the console to the stern, leaving a completely un-cluttered deck. This system protects the cables from harm and also makes a very tidy installation.

Our engine installation is well thought out, all our batteries and equipment live under the console to keep them from harms way, we manufacture complete new battery cables for this. All the engines are fitted at the correct height and have the correct amount of offset. Ribcraft also offer a Propeller exchange scheme to insure the customer has the right propeller for the given application.

Ribcraft use a dedicated electrician for all of our electrical Installations, take at a look at our Lifeboat Specification boats for an idea of what can be achieved.

Next time you see a Ribcraft on the water or at a boat-show, have a close look at our build quality and the standard of equipment we fit on our boats. If you are looking for a budget Rib or are buying on the bottom line price you are going to need to look elsewhere.

With over 50 years experience in the marine trade we now specialise in the sales and service of four premier brand namely YAMAHA OUTBOARDS, AVON INFLATABLES & RIBS, BOMBARD INFLATABLES AND RIBS, ORKNEY BOATS, TERHI BOATS, AZURA SPORTS BOATS. We are one of Europe's largest Yamaha Marine dealers & since 1992 we have been awarded YAMAHA Dealer of the Year...

We stock a vast range of parts and accessories and can offer a swift mail order system, for both parts and outboards. Our new workshops offers full service and test facilities, and are capable of housing the larger boats for installation and maintenance

We also offer full export facilities, and have shipped boats, engines and parts to every continent except Antarctica!

Cambrian Boats has been trading in Swansea Marina since 1992 and has been expanding year on year. We feel now that with the large range of boats that we sell we can cater for the needs of everyone who wants to get on the water.

With Rinker Sportsboats from 18 to 42 feet, Zodiac Inflatables and RIBs from 5 to 25 Feet, Rodman Cruisers from 20 to 64 feet and Arvor ‘Peche Promenade’ from 18 to 25 feet, Warrior and Orkney Fishing Boats from 11 to 24 feet. All powered by Yamaha Outboards and Mercruiser, Volvo and Nanni Inboards there is no style of boating that we can’t help you with.

'After sales is key to future sales' and for this reason we have a dedicated customer service manager who has the ability to travel the length and breadth of the country should the need arise.

Our commitment to after sales has been proved by the growing numbers of existing customers trading up/ down and across our ranges. Some people are even on their fifth boat in as many years!

Essex Boatyards Ltd is a family owned business with over 30 years experience in boat sales & repairs. Our established yard here in Paglesham, Essex has been successfully operating since 1988.

With the introduction of James, Nick & Guy Barke into the company in 1991 the company has gone from strength to strength. Essex Boatyards Ltd has gone from just selling small 14ft sports boats to now offering up to 55ft Motor Yachts and becoming one of UK’s leading boat retail centres.

In 1999 Essex Boatyards Ltd became the UK importer and Distributor for Arvor fishing boats. The Arvor boats have since become the market leader for small fishing boats in the UK and were voted “Best Small Fishing Boat” by Sea Angler Magazine in 2002.

In 2000 we became the Premier Bayliner dealer for the south east of England. Supplying both sports boats (Capri) and cruisers (Ciera) ranges not only to the UK market but also to the Export market. Bayliner has been the No. 1 selling boat for 18 years providing a quality boat at an affordable price.

After our success at the recent 2003 London International Boat Show we were appointed a dealer for the luxurious Doral. This addition to our NEW boat range enables us to cater for the most discerning boat owner who wants to stand out from the rest with the luxurious sports boat/ cruiser.

In order to supply our customers with the best service not only in sales but also with our after sales, Essex Boatyards Ltd is continuing to invest in new equipment, machinery to include a 30t Hoist and a New 2.5t Forklift, we are also improving our onsite facilities.

Essex Boatyards can offer a professional standard of service to both buyer and seller (see brokerage page). With our combined experience in both Sales, and After Sales our friendly and motivated staff have the expertise to assist with any of your enquiries.

Here at Essex Boatyards we pride ourselves on providing our customers with a friendly and efficient service in all aspects of boating.

We are now proud to announce that Essex Boatyards has been made an official Fairline dealer. Trading under the name of 'Fairline Essex' we are now fully operational offering sales and customer support for the whole of Essex, Kent, Thames Estuary and East Sussex as far as Eastbourne.

We advertise EVERY MONTH in the leading magazines for Sports Boats and Cruisers. This means that once your boat appears in our advertisements, it is not only circulated throughout the UK but Europe as well.

We regularly receive calls from all corners of the Country from purchasers who suffer from a lack of selection of good boats in their area. They can visit the South Coast and view a large number of boats. Customers tend not to travel a long distance to view one boat at a private address. We keep an excellent display and range of good condition boats at all times and provide professional sales assistance along with surveying and testing facilities.

Our commission rates vary from 3% to 8% + VAT depending on value (minimumn charge of £500) which we deduct from the proceeds of the agreed sale price at the conclusion of the sale. We will keep you well informed as to the progress of the sale throughout the dealings and will send you the final balance (less our commission) within seven days of completion.

Our office hours are 9:30 to 5:00 Monday to Saturday and 11:00 to 4:00 on Sundays so your boat can be shown to prospective purchasers at all times. We are closed on Wednesdays.

We have over 17 years experience in the sale of sports boats and cruisers. This means that we can accurately value your boat package to ensure the optimum selling price.

We work to our own pre-planned sales system –

Agree price
Take deposit
Organise survey
Engineers appraisal
Demonstration
Completion.

We keep a central database of all our customers and their requirements. This means that when we receive a new boat onto our listings, we can target prospects and email them the details.

As a valued client we will ask you to complete a simple Brokerage Agreement which confirms your permission for us to sell your boat. PLEASE READ THE OWNERS DECLARATION.

We will prepare attractive detailed FULL COLOUR particulars of your boat from the information you give us on the Brokerage Agreement and distribute these to any prospective purchasers. These particulars will not give any details of you the Vendor.

To optimise the saleability of your boat we recommend that your boat is included in our display. A very low storage rate will be charged but we do offer TWO MONTHS FREE STORAGE subject to simple conditions.

We are pleased to offer our advice with regards to part-exchange. Many purchasers already have a boat they wish to use as part-payment. Subject to your complete approval a deal can often be put together whereby you the Vendor take the boat in part-exchange, realise some capital and simply continue to sell the new boat.

As Sports Boat & Cruiser Specialists we are frequently asked for advice and are commonly recommended by both our customers and other Brokers.

We can arrange Servicing, Surveying, Engine Appraisals, Repairs, Finance, Insurance and Boat Transportation.

Finally, upon the successful sale of your boat, we will provide the necessary documentation between you the Vendor and the Purchaser.

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT ?

Simply contact us for a copy of our Agreement Package.

Upon receipt of the completed form, we can discuss bringing your boat to us (see how to find us) and organise the inclusion of your boat in our advertisements.

Boat Sales Inboards Outboards & Trailers

L H Morgan & Sons (Marine) Ltd

P A Lynch Ltd

Located on a beautiful 65-acre lakeside site with easy access from the M3, are Russell Powerboats and Russell Watersports. These businesses offer a complete package for boat owners and personal watercraft users a like. The three lakes are situated alongside the river Blackwater, surrounded by scenic woodland and an attractive nature reserve.

Both businesses are dedicated to offering superb customer care and satisfaction across their wide range of services.

On site, at our Pro Shop, we will generally stock a full range of watersport accessories from kiddies shorties to latest designs of drysuits. Our hardware stock consists of a range of water-skis from wide monos / combos to the latest honeycomb slalom ski / wakeboards from such names such as H.O, Connelly and O’Brien. If in doubt about what we have available as stock or non-stock items, just give us a call.

Marine servicing / Repair / Testing

On site we have full technical workshop facilities, with over 30 years experience of Mercury and Mercruiser marine engines and over 10 years of that specializing in Sea-Doo personal watercraft. We can cover all aspects of marine engineering, from servicing / winterization to full engine / gearbox rebuilds and hull / interior repairs on both boat and P.W.C.

Any work undertaken is not only insurance approved but also put to test on our 65-acre fresh water lake, a vital component in diagnostics and final on water set up.

We also offer a boat outfitting service, from race boat to ski boat. Together we will help you decide on the ideal specification for your boat, and then we bring all the parts together and then test on our lake to perfect the final set up.

Here at Russell Powerboats we are not only one of the leading suppliers of Sea-Doo personal water crafts but also for their full range of Sea-Doo jet boats. With a large selection of new or used craft always in stock and finance available, were bound to have the craft for you no matter what your budget. As with buying any new product part of the consideration should be, can I rely on their servicing, with 65 acres of open water and experience of marine engines dating back over 30 years, Russell Powerboat has been built on responding to this very question.

So whether it’s placing that order for your new boat or obtaining that important service part, we are just a call away.

Experienced or first time boater, you will find a warm welcome.

Ribs - Inflatables - Sportsboats - Cruisers - Fishing boats - Dory's & Tenders.

New and Used... Package Deals... Brokerage.

Manufacturers of Severn Valley Trailers

Fast Professional Service

Boats up to 28 foot - 3 ton max.
Cruisers - Ribs - Powerboats etc etc
Deliveries throughout Europe and UK

(Based in the North East)

Quotations Available on Request

Mobile 07977 144741

The Jacobs Yacht and Boat Cradle

E. Jacobs and Sons have been manufacturing boat cradles for over 20 years. We also manufacture keel bolts, pintles and skegs as well as other components for the marine industry (any fabrications made to drawings).

Originally Jacobs cradles were made of a rigid construction and though strong and robust, the problems were apparent with transportation. Some cradle bases could be 4m wide and 6m long!
It was with this in mind that we designed a cradle which could be easily transported and also have a great degree of strength and adjustability to suit the numerous types of different hull configurations.
After much development work the Jacobs patented cradle was put into production. At the time of writing over 500 have been fabricated and are being used in the UK, Eire and Sweden (it is however possible to transport them all around the world).

International Yacht Brokers & Agents

The most comprehensive service available to buyers and sellers alike.

Established in 1984

A wealth of market knowledge and the experience that counts. Well established in the market with an enviable reputation producing considerable contacts and a large volume of repeat trade

National and International Market

With 4 Seakers networked offices in the UK providing better boat selection and better market coverage

Costs

Competitive Commission Rates – with no VAT charged

Full Colour Sales Particulars
We produce very comprehensive sets of sales particulars making full use of layout plans and colour digital photography. Full colour copies are freely available to prospective purchasers

National and International Advertising
Widespread advertising in the Yachting/Boating Press with targeted mediums to get fast results.

The Internet Extensive use of the Internet using our own web site (www.seakers.co.uk) which uses the latest database technology (ASP) and subscription advertising on the largest web sites: www.BoatsAndOutboards.co.uk www.YachtsAndCruisers.com www.Boats-for-sale.com, www.Yachtworld.com.

Valuations
Skilled assessment of a suitable market price and an informative appraisal of the prevailing market conditions

Title
Registration and Title Searches - full advice and completion service

Trials, Surveys, Delivery
Trials, Surveys, Import/Export, Delivery (by Road or Sea), - free advice, quotations obtained and assistance provided

Marine Insurance
Agents for Haven Knox-Johnston, a market leader providing a comprehensive range of policies at very competitive rates

Marine Finance
Agents for The Bank of Scotland, The Royal Bank of Scotland and Barclays Marine Finance – We are Consumer Credit Licenced by the Office of Fair Trading.

Whichever type of boat you are seeking to buy or sell, you can be sure one of our experienced brokers is ready, willing, and more than able to provide you with the very best personal and professional sales service available.

W. Trout and Son Ltd is a family business offering a full boatyard service undertaking all kinds of work to new and old boats. And if we are not working on your boat then we are probably playing on ours - we are boat people through and through! With a mix of traditional skills rooted in our 100 years of boat building and repairing history and the latest training our team can tackle any job. See below for more on the individual skills and experience we have to offer.

For all your boating and fishing needs

Quality Used Boats – Power and Sail

Brokerage – No Sale = No fee

Chandlery

Boat Transport

Boat Storage