Escape
Escape is a 43 foot gaff yawl built in 1937. A true classic, she slices through the water offering her guests exhilarating sailing in style
Escape is a 43-foot wooden classic gaff yawl built in 1937 by Kristensen in Norway. She was originally designed by Colin Archer as a sailing lifeboat but was refined to make her slightly smaller and easier to sail by her owners.
Today, her owner and skipper Andy sails his guests around the west country, from Escape’s home port of Dartmouth all the way down the Devon to Cornish coast, over to the Isles of Scilly and even across the channel to France! She’s the perfect vessel for a family holiday or for a group of friends after something a little different – and with great food and drink included in the price, a voyage on Escape won’t be forgotten!
Andy, his partner Tash and his crew will give you a totally relaxed holiday experience but if and when you do want to be involved, they are more than happy to share their knowledge and show you the ropes!
Read more about Devon Sailing on Escape on our Journal here.
Accommodation
- Total number of berths : 8
- Number of guest berths : 4/6
- Number of bathrooms : 1
- Cabin configuration : Open plan
- Smoking policy : On deck only
Particulars
- Builder : K. Christensen, Norway
- Year built : 1936
- Displacement : 23 tons
- Length overall : 43'/13.1m
- Draft : 6'6"/1.82m
- Air draft : 64'/19.5m
- Beam : 14'3"/4.2m
- Rig : Gaff yawl
- Number of sails : 5
- Engine : Nanni 4115 4cyl 115hp
- Crew : 2
- Licensed for day sails? : Yes
- Waterproofs supplied? : Yes
- Are all meals included?
Yes, all meals on board are included in the price. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and soft/hot drinks) Alcohol is not included.
- Can you cater for dietary needs?
Yes, please let us know when making your booking.
- What language is spoken onboard?
English.
- What are the sleeping arrangements?
Escape has two single berths and one double berth for guests in an open cabin arrangement. There are seat berths available as extras for children/family bookings if necessary.
- How many toilet/showers does she have?
Escape has one toilet. She will harbour every evening to use yacht club showers.
- Is there WIFI?
No, but you should easily be able to reach 3G/4G from the shore.
- Can I charge my phone/Camera?
Yes, there are 12V USB cigarette lighter points available at all times. 240V standard socket charging is available when Escape is hooked up to shore power or when the generator is on.
- Are there life jackets provided?
Yes.
- Are Waterproofs provided?
Yes, Andy has some available.
- Do I need sailing experience?
No, absolutely not! Just a lust for adventure.
- Will I be sea sick?
Everyone reacts differently but we recommend if you are at all worried to take some medication 24 hours before departure.
Skipper profile
Andy Pomeroy
From a 10ft dinghy at ten years old, Andy has owned and skippered several boats, and is also a helmsman at the local RNLI station!
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Life onboard
Escape
Escape is a small, eight person classic yacht that is perfect for a family holiday or a group of friends after something a little different.
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The History of
Escape
Escape is a classic yacht with an extensive history that was used for many things before becoming the charter yacht she is today.
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