I had a very handy assignment today… just 5 minutes from home at Broads Edge Marina.
Broads Edge is a popular private marina, situated on the beautiful Norfolk Broads at Stalham, and offering mooring berths in a pretty and well-maintained grass site, close to a range of local amenities. These well-kept moorings offer boat owners first class, secure facilities and a friendly service.
The boat I was surveying today was a Cleopatra 23. Essex Yacht Builders of Wallasea Island on the Crouch launched the Cleopatra 23 in 1967. The boat was built in two versions. Blue Nile and Express Fisherman, the latter having a large cockpit and smaller cabin, and a hard top over the helm position.
In 1971 the boat was modified (one of the changes was the replacement of the rather vulnerable Perspex window around the front cabin with glass panels) and was renamed the Cleopatra 700.
Altogether about 400 23’s and 700s were built. The Fox 700, built by Fox of Ipswich was based on the same mouldings and sold in the same versions.
Hull shape is medium vee. Single or twin outdrive petrol engines were installed or commonly a 50HP Perkins diesel. This one has a BMC diesel engine fitted.
Surveyors comments: Because these craft are not that well known, they are excellent value for money. You can buy a diesel version for under £5000!
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at: steventruss1@aol.com
Broads Edge is a popular private marina, situated on the beautiful Norfolk Broads at Stalham, and offering mooring berths in a pretty and well-maintained grass site, close to a range of local amenities. These well-kept moorings offer boat owners first class, secure facilities and a friendly service.
The boat I was surveying today was a Cleopatra 23. Essex Yacht Builders of Wallasea Island on the Crouch launched the Cleopatra 23 in 1967. The boat was built in two versions. Blue Nile and Express Fisherman, the latter having a large cockpit and smaller cabin, and a hard top over the helm position.
In 1971 the boat was modified (one of the changes was the replacement of the rather vulnerable Perspex window around the front cabin with glass panels) and was renamed the Cleopatra 700.
Altogether about 400 23’s and 700s were built. The Fox 700, built by Fox of Ipswich was based on the same mouldings and sold in the same versions.
Hull shape is medium vee. Single or twin outdrive petrol engines were installed or commonly a 50HP Perkins diesel. This one has a BMC diesel engine fitted.
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| David the yard manager using the dumper truck to pull the boats out. They have a large new hoist nearly ready for use. They are also building new sheds, slipway and a large area for hard standing boats in the winter is being prepared... this is a huge site. |
Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at: steventruss1@aol.com
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