Some of the things I do...

I am a boat builder in Cowes specialising in wooden boats.

Blog...

The restoration of Merry Maid,
a 24 foot linear rater launched in 1906.
And other things...

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Cowes Spring Classics

A relaxed classic yacht regatta in Cowes to start the season.

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Witch and Diamond

The restoration of Witch, 1902 Sibbick gaff cutter and the building of Diamond, a replica of a fin and bulb keel half rater.

Witch

Merry Maid

Merry Maid is a 24 foot linear rater, designed and built by Charles Sibbick and launched in 1906. After many years on Eel Pie Island on the River Thames she is now back in Cowes being restored. 

NEW...SIBBICK BOOK

Charles Sibbick and his Yachts. To be published early 2021.
  • Hard back.
  • Illustrated with period and modern photographs.  
  • Featuring over 300 boats.  
  • Many lines plans and original drawings.  
  • Special edition copies available.
  • Published by Medina Publishing.
  • Click here for more information...