The Fleet

Available to book from Aug 25

Available to book from Aug 25

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Horsey Mill at fiery winter Sunset (1)

Horsey Mill at fiery winter Sunset (1)

another sunset trowse — Trowse Meadow on the 2024 Southern Rivers Flotilla

Hire Sedgemore from Saturday 2nd to Saturday 9th August 2025 and join our sum mer flotilla!

Classic Cruiser

Sedgemore

( sleeps 6)

Sedgemore NEW for Summer 2025

This 1950s classic cruiser is being lovingly restored and is available to book now for Summer 2025.

Hire Sedgemore for your summer holiday and the whole family can enjoy an unforgetable adventure!

With 6 berths and 2 toilets/showerooms it has plenty of space for all the family. Price is fully inclusive and includes fuel, life jackets, bedding, car parking and welcome pack of Norfolk goodies.

A truly luxurious way to immerse in the stunning surroundings of the Norfolk and Suffolk waterways.

Keep an eye on our social channels to watch the restoration progress in action!

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Rebel Sailer

(22ft)

A high-performing Rebel One Design half-decker racing yacht.

Rebel Sailer was built by Alan Buchanan as an estuary half-decker and the Rebel One Design fleet has been sailing at Horning since 1950.

She is a high-performing yacht and comes rigged ready to race! Fast and fun she will be enjoyed and appreciated by experienced keelboat and broads sailors.

Rebel Sailer is only available to hire for experienced dinghy sailors. Please contact the office to make a booking on 01493 750430 or info@eastwood-whelpton.co.uk

Features

Wood carvel construction
Mahogany on oak
Fixed cast iron fin keel

Rig

Gunter rig

Dimensions

Length: 22ft (6.7m)

Sailor Experience Level

Advanced

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Hire a Classic Motor Cruiser

Find out more about why Moorhen is the perfect couples retreat in our blog.

Classic Cruiser

Moorhen

(6.7056m sleeps 3)

As featured in The Telegraph – ’30 best UK holidays for 2025′.

Our stunning 1950s classic motor cruiser Moorhen is available to hire for the perfect romantic getaway this summer! A stylish, compact and ever so classy 1950s classic cruiser, she is guaranteed to turn heads wherever your destination!

Inside her perfectly maintained exterior, you have everything you need for a week on the water – convertible double bed and a small single, toilet with over toilet shower, fridge, cooker and 2-ring hob. Kettle, coffee pots, saucepans and vintage crockery can be found in the fully stocked kitchen.

Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten those all important vintage touches! Inside you will find board games, wildlife books, binoculars and a welcome pack of Norfolk goodies.

Unsure about taking the helm? We can provide an instructor on your first day to show you how to manoeuvre and safely moor for the evening.

Interested in a qualification? We offer the RYA Inland Waterways Helmsman Course.

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Features

Traditional wooden Cruiser
Stunning 1950s interior
Hinged Canopy
Aft cockpit with inboard engine
Hot water
Two burner gas hob, oven, grill and electric fridge
Toilet, washbasin and shower in forward cabin
USB charging socket

Rig

Dimensions

Length: 22ft (6.7056m)

Sailor Experience Level

Beginner

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Peggotty Day Launch

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Peggotty Classic Cruiser

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Day Launch

Peggotty

(18ft sleeps 5)

Lovingly cared for day launch with inboard engine.

Enjoy exploring the Norfolk Broads on our beautiful vintage day launch.

Peggotty was built in the 1960s and has been lovingly maintained with all of her original features still intact. She can accommodate up to 5 people and dogs are most welcome onboard.

Peggotty has a 2-burner gas hob for making a hot drink during the day and the roof canopy detaches to allow you to be open to the elements when the weather is fine.

As part of your hire, you will receive a full briefing on the handling and features of this boat, as well as a map and route suggestions to make the most of your day on The Broads.

Peggotty is a perfect choice for family and friends wanting to explore Norfolk by water in an easy, accessible and fun way.

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Features

Traditional wooden Cruiser – picnic boat
Vintage 1960s launch
Inboard engine
Canopy
Two burner gas hob – for making drinks onboard
USB phone charging unit.

Rig

Dimensions

Length: 18ft (5.4864m)

Sailor Experience Level

Beginner

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Orange Tip is a Gunter rigged Yare and Bure One Design half decker built in 1920. New to the Eastwood Whelpton Fleet in 2020, she is fast and fun to sail, suitable for experienced dinghy or half decker sailors. She is regularly used for sail training by our RYA training centre and for taster experiences. Orange Tip is also available for Regatta Hire for those looking to enjoy the thrill of the Norfolk racing scene.

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Features

Accommodation not available.
Light and lively at tiller.
Rowing equipment.
Tent-like cockpit cover.
Suitable for 2-4 sailors.

Rig

Gunter with furling jib.
Bowsprit.

Dimensions

Length: 22ft (6.70m)
Breadth: 6ft 2in (1.88m)

Sailor Experience Level

Advanced

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Your Half Decker Hire Includes

Lifejackets, safety ladder, first aid kit, cushions, paddles, a spare storm jib, rond anchors, spare shackles and reefing gear, electric outboard and a bag of Norfolk goodies to keep you going.

Sailing gloves and head straps for your sunglasses can be purchased from the office in advance. Park your car for free and make use of our onshore facilities before boarding your boat.

Before each hire your boat and its onboard systems are checked and fully sanitised in line with our Covid secure policy.

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Accommodation not available.
Light and lively at tiller.
Rowing equipment.
Tent-like cockpit cover.
Suitable for 2-4 sailors.

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Gunter with furling jib.
Bowsprit.

Dimensions

Length: 22ft (6.7m)
Breadth: 6ft 2in (1.88m)

Sailor Experience Level

Advanced

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Your Half Decker Hire Includes

Lifejackets, safety ladder, first aid kit, cushions, paddles, a spare storm jib, rond anchors, spare shackles and reefing gear, electric outboard and a bag of Norfolk goodies to keep you going.

Sailing gloves and head straps for your sunglasses can be purchased from the office in advance. Park your car for free and make use of our onshore facilities before boarding your boat.

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