Viking Seamaster 27 Cruiser

Today I was Horning Surveying this 27ft Cruiser at Norfolk Yacht Agency.

Viking Seamaster was one of the oldest and most respected builders of river and coastal cruisers in this country, and had an outstanding reputation for quality and value for money. In 1970 Viking Mouldings started to trade and was managed by 3 ex employees of Seamaster Boats Ltd. The Viking range was developed and in 1981 Viking Mouldings bought the Seamaster Company and have used several additional hulls to increase the Viking range of boats. Today Viking Mouldings trade from Great Dunmow, Essex and the crew boasts over 200 years experience between them and have over the years have produced in excess of 1300 craft.

 

With a cruiser for all, the range starts with the Viking 20 fitted with a 15 hp Honda outboard engine at £17K. Top of the range is a Seamaster 30 aft cabin fitted with a single diesel engine with shaft drive at £96K.

A fold down screen gives a low air draft... ideal for the Broads...

Very well equipped this example with
Vanette oven with grill, stainless steel sink/drainer with mixer tap, toaster and Matsui microwave, Fridge, Engel chest freezer, Phoenix combi inverter and battery charger, Heating, Shore power, Hydraulic Bow thruster and more!



This boat has the 50hp Nanni diesel... its a Cat C boat suitable for coastal trips in fine weather.

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Children fly their flags for the Broads

Primary school children from across the Broads will be busy designing magical flags as part of the Broads Bunting Competition.

Hundreds of youngsters have been asked to design a pennant on the theme of ‘The Broads - Britain’s Magical Waterland’ to fly at events throughout the summer.

Pupils from Neatishead and Salhouse Primary Schools will launch the competition as part of English Tourism Week on Friday March 16th at 10.30am at Salhouse Broad.

The event will also mark the launch of the Enjoy the Broads campaign 2012 which aims to encourage people to come and discover all the Broads has to offer. Over 175,000 brochures publicising what there is to see and do in the Broads will be distributed nationwide.

The ten best flags will be woven into strings of bunting to decorate the launch of the Broads Outdoors Festival on May 5th at Whitlingham Country Park, and at Broads events throughout the summer as well as to fly from the Vintage Broadsman.

The pupil with the best entry will win their school the use of Broads Tours’ trip boat, Vintage Broadsman, for an evening, either for a party or to sell tickets for a fund raising event.

The Broads Authority’s Education Officer Nick Sanderson will be visiting schools to inspire pupils about what makes the Broads magical before they begin their designs.

Sealine F37 Motor Cruiser

I was at Norfolk Yacht Agency today in Brundall on the South Norfolk Broads inspecting this Sealine Motor Cruiser. The F37 is a very capable cruiser and one of the last of the old style and incorporates some very good design ides- the swivelling fly bridge chair but for one. We took her for a River Trial this afternoon (see vid) and performance and handling were very good....

Down side I suppose is access to the engines.. But apart from this there are no other flies in the Sealine ointment. If you decided to buy this Sealine it is unlikely you will be disappointed-unless your 6ft 3” tall or want to spend hours fettling with the engines!

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Sealine S28

I had a trip out to Norfolk Yacht Agency in Brundall today on the South Norfolk Broads. Norfolk Yacht agency are heading into their busy period this time of year, and are busy prepping new boats for their Stock collection and Brokerage. They have a vast range of New and Pre-owned boats for sale from their two offices in the heart of the Norfolk Broads.

This Sealine S28 is another example of Sealine's excellent use of space relative to the overall length of the boat. This model manages a very large cockpit and interior with all the luxuries normally associated with much bigger boats. The accommodation on the S28 is second to none for its class. She offers a large galley area incorporating a fridge freezer and full washing up facilities! The forward area of the saloon features a large u shaped seating area that in the evenings creates a large double berth. The aft cabin again features a large double berth. Located between the two sleeping areas is the toilet and shower area. This features a full toilet and hot and cold shower.

Surveyors comment:

After Inspecting dozens of these boats over the years they tend to go through Survey very well. This model was a 1998, this was the year when the RCD was brought into force, so its important to check all the boats paperwork with the Yacht Broker prior to purchase.

What is the RCD
The Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) is a trade directive that became law on the 16th June 1996. A two-year introductory period was allowed for and therefore new craft placed on the market after the 16th June 1998 had to comply with the mandatory requirements of the Directive.

NEED HELP! MY CONSULTATION & INSPECTION PACKAGE OFFERED

· To inspect the craft for Essential Safety Requirements and Boat Safety Standards.
· Issue Boat Safety Certificate.
· Supply Declaration (Certificate) of Conformity.
· Advise on Hull Identification Number (HIN) compilation and location.
· HIN registration with RYA or BMF where applicable.
· CE plate supplied and advised marking.
· Consultation and conformity assessment during fitout.
· Compilation of Boat Manual (excluding technical drawings & diagrams).
· Compilation of Technical Construction File

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Drowning

Every year at the seaside and on lakes, rivers and canals people drown. Please ensure that tragedy does not mar your holiday on the Norfolk Broads. Never take risks that may result in you falling in. Always hold on to grab rails when walking around the decks. Non swimmers should stay in the cockpit while the boat is in motion and wear a life jacket available from the boat yard. Remember racing crews all wear them! If anyone falls in get help to them quickly by hooking their clothes with a boathook, by throwing the boats life ring, by getting to them by dingy; or -only if you’re a strong swimmer- by getting promptly into the water yourself to rescue them. Be wise-work out on the first day of your holiday by having a safety drill for everyone on board, and a rescue plan in case anyone falls in.