"AYESHA"

30ft slipper stern launch built by Andrews of Bourne End in 1961 hull no 459

  • Peter Freebody River Craft
  • Peter Freebody River Craft
  • Peter Freebody River Craft
  • Peter Freebody River Craft
  • Peter Freebody River Craft

  • Length30ft
  • DecksMahogany
  • Powered by1 x BMC Vedette petrol engine
  • Year of build1962

Details

Ayesha is a beautiful 30ft slipper stern launch, originally built for the actor and comedian Charlie Drake by Andrews of Bourne End in 1962

She arrived with us in 1990, and was subsequently purchased by her current owner who has enjoyed numerous high days and holidays out on the river in her over the past 30 years.   During this time she has remained under our care with regular maintenance.

She features mahogany decks and her cockpit comprises of traditional Lloyd Loom chairs at helm, lounge seat at stern, and built in storage cabinets to port and starboard.

For sale complete with upholstery for all ssating, convertible canopy, and overall cover with support hoops.

She is powered by her original BMC Vedette petrol engine.

Twice winner at the Thames Traditional Boat Rally, Ayesha is a lovely example of these classic Thames launches.


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