Primrose
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Primrose – Traditional 5 Berth Gaff-Rigged Sailing Yacht
One tank of fuel included.
Primrose is a 30ft traditional gaff-rigged cruising yacht with excellent sailing qualities and accommodation to match. She sleeps 4 to 5, in 3 singles and 1 double or 1 single and 2 doubles, and comes with warm air heating, hot water, a shower and one tank of fuel included. She sets off from our family-run yard on the Upper Thurne, with Hickling Broad and Horsey Mere on your doorstep.
At a glance
- Sleeps: 4 to 5 (3 singles and 1 double, or 1 single and 2 doubles)
- Size: Length 30ft (9.14m) plus bowsprit, beam 9ft 6in (2.90m), headroom 6ft (1.83m) with the side-lift hinged roof raised
- Rig: Gaff
- Engine: Nanni inboard diesel, fitted in the forepeak for quieter motoring
- Fuel: One tank included
- Heating: Warm air heating
- Sailing experience: Please talk to us about your sailing experience and crew before booking
- Bridges: Bridge passage depends on water levels and clearance, with the mast lowered where required. Our staff take our hired yachts through Potter Heigham Bridge when conditions allow.
- Dogs: Well-behaved dogs welcome – a pet charge applies
- Start days: Tuesdays and Saturdays
Why choose Primrose
Primrose combines excellent sailing with comfortable accommodation. Her sails and full-length awning were fitted in 2016, and her forward engine keeps motoring quiet, making her a beautiful way to travel the Broads. Every crew gets a full briefing and handover before setting off.
On board
- Hob, oven and grill
- Isotherm fridge
- Hot water
- Shower
- Warm air heating
- Razor point
- Radio
- Spacious cockpit
- Full-length awning
- Sleeping bags, pillows and life jackets included
- In-depth briefing and handover
Questions about Primrose
Do I need sailing experience to hire Primrose?
Please talk to us about your sailing experience and crew before booking. If you are new to sailing or would like a refresher, we can discuss tuition options with you.
Can Primrose go under Potter Heigham Bridge?
Bridge passage depends on water levels and clearance, with the mast lowered where required. Our staff take our hired yachts through the bridge when conditions allow, and can help plan your route. Never lowered a mast before? Our sailing how-to guides show you how.
Where can I go without passing Potter Heigham Bridge?
From our yard on the Upper Thurne you can sail to Hickling Broad, Horsey Mere and West Somerton without going through the bridge.
Is fuel included?
Yes. One tank of fuel is included with your hire.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, subject to our conditions of hire, and a pet charge applies.
Can't find the dates you want, or need a different start day? Call our bookings team on 01493 740249.
