The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Folkboat 26

Recent updates to this classic
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  304476
  • LOA  ·  7.92m
  • Year  ·  1960
  • Construction  ·  Wood carvel
  • Underwater profile  ·  Long keel
  • Berths  ·  4
  • Engine  ·  1 x Diesel 9hp, Yanmar 1 GM 10 ()
  • Lying  ·  Essex
Boatshed Essex
Boatshed Essex
Jayne Markham

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Tord Sunden
Builder Parnham of Emsworth Hants
Lying Essex
Fuel capacity 35.0 ltr (7.7 G) Total - 1 Tanks

Mechanical

Engine 1 x Diesel 9hp
Engine make and model Yanmar 1 GM 10 ()
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Direct
Steering Tiller
Drive Shaft
Prop(s) 3-Blade, fixed
Fuel consumption (approx) 0.8 ltr (0.2 G) /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 4.5 knots
Max speed (approx) 5.5 knots

Engine serviced July 2021
Stern gland (professionally) re-packed, September 2021
1 x leisure battery new in Sept 2021, to create an independent 'Engine' & 'House' split.

Dimensions

LOA 7.92m
LWL 5.94m
Beam 2.24m
Draft Min 1.20m
Draft Max 1.20m
Displacement 2,000kg (4,410.0lbs)
Headroom 1.46m
Storage Ashore

Rig

Sloop rigged Wood spars () with stainless steel standing rigging ()

Sails

Mainsail - Roller boom ()
Headsail - Hank on ()
Other sails Staysail ()

Fractional rig

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 2 batteries charged by: engine, solar panels

Construction

Construction Wood carvel
Underwater profile Long keel
Finish Paint finish

Hull construction of mahogany on oak

Accommodation

Total # of berths 4
No. of single berths 4
Heads 1 heads (Sea Toilet)

Mahogany on steamed oak construction
A new head is under installation
Interior upholstery new in July 2021
Cockpit sole and locker lids under reconstruction

2 burner spirit cooker/stove

Accommodation

Cooker/stove
Sink

Mahogany on steamed oak construction
A new head is under installation
Interior upholstery new in July 2021
Cockpit sole and locker lids under reconstruction

2 burner spirit cooker/stove

Deck Gear

Sail cover
Warps
Fenders
Boathook

2 halyard winches
2 sheet winches
1 anchors
(CQR)
20.00m of chain

Nav Equipment

Compass
Speed
Log
VHF DSC radio
Echo sounder

Recent steering compass
Speed and log (not used by current owner)
Navigation lights to be installed

Safety Equipment

2 bilge pumps (1 manual / 1 Electric)

Broker's Comments

We are very pleased to be featuring this Folkboat for sale. The enduringly and popular Folkboat is known for the seakeeping qualities and impressive sailing performance, which went on to inspire numerous other designs, including the Contessa 26.

This version had been a little neglected until recently, but has been partially refurbished by the current owner, including new interior upholstery, cockpit locker lids and sole. The sails look to be in good condition and the owner reports a vessel with a good turn of speed and comfortable performance. Some small areas of planking may require attention, which is within the capability of a competent DIY boat owner. This boat remains in commission and is an ideal opportunity for someone to continue the refurbishment ready for next season.

Please also note that delivery by sea, at cost only, may be possible on a successful sale.

If you would like any further information, or to organise a personal viewing, then please contact our office and one of the team will be pleased to help.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

This Folkboat 26 has been personally photographed and viewed by Chris Markham of Boatshed Essex. Click here for contact details.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

1 year

Why are you selling her?

Personal circumstances

Where have you sailed her?

UK Eastern coast

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