Westerly Centaur

For Sale: 1978 Westerly Centaur | Bilge Keels | Volvo Shaft Drive Diesel | Berth Available at Brighton Marina

One of Britain’s Most Popular Family Cruising Yachts – Affordable, Capable and Full of Potential

The Westerly Centaur remains one of the UK’s most successful and enduring cruising yachts, with over 2,400 examples built. Designed by the renowned Laurent Giles, the Centaur has earned an outstanding reputation for her robust construction, forgiving sailing characteristics and remarkably spacious accommodation, making her a favourite among first-time owners and experienced cruising sailors alike.

This 1978 example presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-proven cruising yacht at an accessible price. Powered by a reliable Volvo shaft drive diesel engine and fitted with sought-after bilge keels, she offers the freedom to explore drying harbours, shallow estuaries and coastal anchorages that many fin-keel yachts simply cannot access.

An Opportunity to Add Value

As expected for a yacht approaching fifty years of age, she would benefit from some cosmetic attention together with routine seasonal maintenance, including servicing and antifouling, before setting off to sea.

Importantly, these requirements have been reflected in the asking price, presenting an excellent opportunity for a buyer looking to personalise and improve a well-respected classic cruising yacht without paying the premium often associated with fully refurbished examples.

Lying Brighton Marina

This example offers an ideal opportunity for her next owner to carry out some cosmetic improvements while enjoying one of Britain’s true cruising classics.