Westerly Centaur

Beautiful and iconic Westerly Centaur, a bilge keel sailing
yacht perfect for the tidal waters of the UK with the ability to visit and moor
in drying harbours many fin keels cannot access. Structurally sound and
cosmetically refurbished by current owners over the last few years.

Currently afloat and actively sailed in Portsmouth Harbour. Viewings
available on most weekends.

 

The Centaur is the perfect yacht for those new to sailing,
families, or those who appreciate a well-built British classic. At 26ft LOA,
she’s easily handled, yet solid construction (4 tons) makes her capable of
sailing in most conditions. Design features such as a chine in the hull and
deep cockpit with high combing make for a very dry vessel, offering unique comfort
for its skipper and crew compared to most boats of this size.

 

Westerly Centaur 1978

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Current owners since 2018, with a 4 year overlap
in ownership with previous owner who looked after and upgraded the vessel over
his 25 years of ownership.

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Westerly Centaur – B Layout

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A bilge keel masthead sloop with 26’ LOA, 8.4’
Beam, and 3’ Draft

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Comfortable sailing and sleeping with 4 aboard,
but can squeeze in 5-6 for families (or close friends!)

Engine – Beta BD722

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20hp Beta Marine diesel engine

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In good condition – maintained using genuine
Beta parts with servicing done every winter

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An efficient engine, runs comfortably at 2,300
RPM easily achieving cruising speed

Rigging in good condition. Comes with:

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Mainsail with 2 reef points (lazy jack and sail bag
for easy flaking and storage on boom)

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New topping lift

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New mainsheet

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New vang

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120% genoa on rolling Furler

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Spinnaker (replacement of halyard required to
fly)

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Spinnaker/Whisker pole.

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Sails removed and stored in temperature
controlled climate & professionally cleaned and checked by sail loft.

Below waterline

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Copper coat hull – 2018

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Keels prepped back to smooth metal, rust
protected, 5 coats of epoxy barrier (Jotun 90), and 2 coats of antifoul – 2023

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Propeller polished and antifouled – 2024

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Depth transducer

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Log paddle wheel

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Permanent foldable stern ladder – perfect for
getting back on the boat after summer swims in anchorages and always there in
case of emergency

On deck

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New antislip surface with Kiwi Grip paint – 2023

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New cockpit seats done with EVA closed cell finished
with teak pattern – 2023

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New tiller – 2024

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Self-tailing winches

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New port/starboard LED navigation lights -2024

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Bulkhead compass

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15lbs anchor with chain and rode (electric
windlass, needs refurbishment)

Interior refurbished 2023

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Windows removed, cleaned, and resealed with all
new parts from Hadlow marine (specialist in westerly window kits)

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All wood work sanded and refinished

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Coffin berths, head, hanging locker, and storage
areas all freshly painted

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Headliner replaced with closed cell foam
insulation and durable carpet lining

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New cork cabin sole

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Significant internal space suitable for over
individual over 6’

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Plentiful storage space throughout

Domestics

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Non-smoking and pet free since original owner

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Gimbled hob with two burners and grill (shut off
valve under stove for safety)

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Head with working pump

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Reupholstered cushions in good condition

Electrics

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Fully rewired with marine grade tin copper
cables

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New switch panel

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Dual battery – engine and house – with 2 way
selector switch

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Dual band VHF/DSC radio with integrated GPS

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3x NASA Target 2 displays

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USB charger ports

Accessories

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Life raft in canister mounted to stern pushpit
where its ready for deployment if required

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Fenders (as required for docking)

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2 boat hooks

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2 Calor gas bottles

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Moring lines, bow, stern & 2x springs

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Spare portable fuel tank (for extended journeys)

 

 

 

Current Price: £7500.00

This Westerly Centaur may be available on ebay