Today I took a trip to Catfield on the Northern Broads to take a look at this Caribbean 42 River Cruiser being refitted by ANH Yachting.
The Caribbean was the first of the F.B.Wilds GRP fleet. Launching onto the Norfolk Broads in 1966 this ground breaking new cruiser was to change hire boating forever.
It's 6 to 8 berth accommodation came complete with:
Aft mounted engine for quiet cruising.
Spacious saloon with double bed that could remain made up and simply folded upwards out of the way during the daytime.
Warm air central heating/power ventilation.
Galley with all facilities including electric fridge.
Spacious, deep forward well with moulded seating allowing for safe, comfortable and sociable cruising for all ages and ease of mooring/access.
Single floor level throughout, and ability to pass under all Broadland bridges at suitable tides.
Use of free standing furniture where possible - settees & berths and much of the fit-out was built around an aim towards home from home comfort, which was a pioneering concept at the time.
The Caribbean is easily recognisable from her Sister’s not only by their window arrangement but by a different rear design. The rear of the cabin side has a ‘fin’ sloping outwards. On her bigger & smaller Sister’s this is not present and is angled off. The rear profile around the door is also different as a result. Here are some images from the old Yard at Horning.
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The Caribbean was the first of the F.B.Wilds GRP fleet. Launching onto the Norfolk Broads in 1966 this ground breaking new cruiser was to change hire boating forever.
It's 6 to 8 berth accommodation came complete with:
Aft mounted engine for quiet cruising.
Spacious saloon with double bed that could remain made up and simply folded upwards out of the way during the daytime.
Warm air central heating/power ventilation.
Galley with all facilities including electric fridge.
Spacious, deep forward well with moulded seating allowing for safe, comfortable and sociable cruising for all ages and ease of mooring/access.
Single floor level throughout, and ability to pass under all Broadland bridges at suitable tides.
Use of free standing furniture where possible - settees & berths and much of the fit-out was built around an aim towards home from home comfort, which was a pioneering concept at the time.
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| This one I inspected today for Insurance was totally 'stripped out' including the fibreglass floors which have now been replaced in Plywood. Every piece of equipment will now be fitted as new. |
The Caribbean is easily recognisable from her Sister’s not only by their window arrangement but by a different rear design. The rear of the cabin side has a ‘fin’ sloping outwards. On her bigger & smaller Sister’s this is not present and is angled off. The rear profile around the door is also different as a result. Here are some images from the old Yard at Horning.
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
