Westerly Griffon

For Sale: 1981 Westerly Griffon Bilge Keel – Volvo Inboard Diesel | Recently Reduced

A Classic Ed Dubois Design with Proven Cruising Pedigree

Presented for sale is “Golden Duster”, a well-maintained example of the ever-popular Westerly Griffon, a model that marked an important chapter in Westerly’s history as the first design commissioned from the now legendary yacht designer Ed Dubois.

Combining Westerly’s renowned build quality with Dubois’ flair for performance and handling, the Griffon quickly established itself as one of Britain’s most successful family cruising yachts—and remains highly sought-after today.

Designed for Practical Cruising

At approximately 26 feet, the Griffon offers a remarkable amount of accommodation and versatility for her size.

Key features include:

Bilge keel configuration

Volvo inboard diesel engine

Accommodation for up to six

Two-cabin layout

Transom-hung rudder

Practical cruising interior

Excellent visibility and deck access

The bilge keel arrangement makes her particularly attractive to South Coast sailors, allowing access to drying harbours, tidal moorings, and cruising grounds that are unavailable to many fin-keel yachts.

Ideal First Yacht or Coastal Cruiser

The Westerly Griffon has long been regarded as an excellent choice for:

First-time yacht owners

Couples looking to cruise the South Coast

Family sailing adventures

Weekend escapes

Extended coastal cruising

Her manageable size, forgiving handling characteristics, and strong reputation make her a confidence-inspiring yacht for sailors of all experience levels.

📍 Lying West Sussex

With strong demand for affordable, well-built British cruising yachts, recently reduced examples of the Westerly Griffon rarely remain available for long.