The Yachting Year 2018

70 | THE YACHTING YEAR 2018

Bristol 32

The mythology of the Dunkirk Little Ships still looms large, 77

years after they played their decisive role in the events of World

War II. One of the men saved on the beaches of Dunkirk was a

sergeant called Reg, who later made a sketch of the yacht that

had come to his rescue. Decades later, Reg’s grandson com-

missioned the build of that very boat, designed by Andrew

Wolstenholme and built by Star Yachts in Bristol in strip-plank

cedar, epoxy sheathed, with varnished trim and scrubbed teak

decks. Twin engines give manouevrability and a top speed of

more than 20 knots.

staryachts.co.uk

Najad 395

Designed by Bruce Farr and Ken Freivokh, this new top-quality

Swedish cruiser is oΠered in aft and centre-cockpit versions. The

former sports a large cockpit with twin helms and an interior

featuring three large cabins. The CC model has a well-protected

cockpit located close to the centre of gravity and is especially

designed for long-distance bluewater cruising. Aft is a large sun-

bathing deck and a wide bathing platform. From £272,135

najad.se

Dehler 34

The Dehler 34 strikes a balance between comfort below and sleek performance, lending herself equally well to fast family

cruising or Cowes Week glory. The new Judel/Vrolijk-designed hull is lighter and faster than ever, with a larger sail area.

The boat comes in a cruising or a competition style, giving you the option of a German mainsheet, bathing platform or

open transom, wheel or tiller, and T- or L-shaped bulb keel. Below, she has Dehler’s trademark curving-lid lockers. There is

the choice of mahogany, teak or cherry for the cabinetry, and a range of fabric and paint colours and fi nishes.

From £108,500 inspirationmarine.co.uk

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