'candide' - 27ft beavertail launch built by Taylor & Bates circa 1920

Candide is a beautiful 27ft Edwardian beavertail launch built by the renowned Thames boatbuilders Taylor & Bates during the 1920's.

She features: sociable horseshoe style seating to fore and aft with bespoke willow basket storage beneath, fitted mahogany cooler box stowed beneath the aft bench, Lloyd Loom chair at helm, discreetly fitted mahogany glass holders, and mahogany picnic table which can be stored to the underside of the canopy when not in use.

Upholstery for all seating is covered in oatmeal leather, buttoned, with contrasting stitched detailing.

Her Meadows Sheerwater engine sits beneath a glazed topped mahogany engine case.

Candide's inventory includes canopy complete with removable drop down screens offering adaptability for boating in comfort, overall cover in Sunbrella canvas, coir style carpets, and 6 handmade rope fenders.