Haines 320 Motor Yacht

This was the second Haines Surveyed this week….. Another Motor Boats Monthly award winner for Haines the 320 offers accommodation for 6 in two private Ensuite cabins and the saloon. Great upper deck steering position with folding screen option.
　
The Haines production facility in Catfield, Norfolk is currently running at full capacity, with a limited number of build slots and deliveries still available for 2012 season being in great demand.

Several different craft in the model range currently are in production, and a high level of interest has already been shown in the proposed new model developments. Haines are looking forward to the new year with an extremely healthy order book. Another success story on the Broads….

 

The London Boat Show returns in January, running from the 6th to 15th. After last years impressive reinvention of the shows format, and the positive feedback that we received from customers attending the show. Haines will again be exhibiting on the boardwalk feature at the 2012 show.

Find the latest Haines 400 model on display on M52, along with the Haines sales team from Norfolk Yacht Agency.

Broom Owners Club

As many of us know, Broom Boats is the longest established motor boat manufacturer in the UK, and to mark the end of an era they have decided to record some of the highlights of their illustrious history in a new book. This pictorial history has been compiled from the Broom archives and covers the growth of the company from its foundation in 1898 to the present day.

Opening with a contribution from Martin Broom, and concluding with the story of how the Broom Owners Club was formed, the book is packed with iconic photos of Broom boats through the ages.

Available at the special discount price of £20 to BOC members from Broom Boats.

Download an order form, or phone Louise Wilkinson on 01603 712334.

Broom 33

I was back at Brooms today... the weather was fine for this time of year. The Broom 33 was intended to strengthen Broom's presence in the seagoing medium-size cruiser market and bridged the gap between their well-reputed river boats and their larger sea-going models. It represented a popular entry level boat in the Fast Offshore Range, although it has since been discontinued for a larger model.

The interior layout could be offered with or without an interior helm, the latter option providing a more spacious saloon. The aft cabin makes the best use of space by fitting the double bed diagonally, and still retains separate shower and WC cabins.

The standard engines for the Broom 33 were twin 100HP Volvo TMD31Bs but as these only gave a top speed of 12 knots the 33 was more typically fitted with the more powerful 180HP or like this example the 200HP Volvo TAMD41/A/Bs for offshore cruising.

Beneteau Swift Trawler 42

I Surveyed this 'Little Ship' today down at Brooms in Brundall.

The Beneteau Swift Trawler 42 is a striking vessel. My initial impressions were further enhanced upon entering the cabin. The comfortable six berth accommodation is achieved via one master cabin boasting a large island berth, a second cabin with a more than adequate double berth and another double berth can be made up through the saloon seating. The master cabin also provides en-suite access to a toilet and shower compartment. The second toilet and shower compartment can be accessed through the en-suite or from the main cabin companion-way.

The helm position is located in the wheelhouse/saloon to starboard with the galley to port and a comfortable U shaped seating arrangement aft to starboard. Access to the deck is obtained either to port or to starboard next to the helm and the galley or through the large patio doors located at the rear of the saloon. The deck space on the Beneteau is phenomenal, the aft deck greatly benefits from having a drop down canopy enabling the deck to be concealed in wet/cold weather and providing an additional cabin for the occupants.

The deck also provides access to the expansive flybridge. The helm position is central with additional seating located to port. The flybridge on this Beneteau is vast easily accommodating a family and with the high sides those with children can feel safe and secure.

Vetus Stern Thrusters & QL Bow thruster

Made a change.. i could almost walk around the engine bay....200HP Yanmar diesels for Offshore work

 In addition to her well planned accommodation and incredible deck space she offers extremely economical cruising at displacement speed, but with an 18 knot ability should you wish to press on quicker.

Love this....engine room camera with colour LCD flat screen display.

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Haines 335 Motor Cruiser

Ive had three Surveys booked this week for three different types of Haines Motor Cruisers..… this is the first, the 335, built in 2000.

Haines Marine are one of the most respected boatbuilding companies on the Norfolk Broads. For the last three decades, their name has been synonymous with well-built boats, genuine craftsmanship and top quality.

A family run company founded in 1980 by Bob and Mary Haines. Their boats offer exceptional comfort, innovative design, quality throughout and the highest standards of safety.

The hand crafted nature of their boats is often not fully appreciated. The solid hardwood timber sections, every piece of furniture and bulkhead assemblies are individually created by craftsmen and engineers.

Haines Marine was established in 1980, building luxury craft from 29ft to 42ft, both sedan style and flybridge.