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Grayhound

Experience exhilarating sailing with the beautifully crafted lugger Grayhound who is true to her name.

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Grayhound is a three-masted, wooden tall ship Lugger who was first launched in 2012. She is a a 5/6th scale replica of the original “Grayhound” who was built in Cornwall in 1776 and used as a Customs Lugger. Under new ownership, she nows resides primarily in Douarnenez, France but certainly still loves to explore the seven seas.

True to her original ancestors, Grayhound has been traditionally built with her rigging the same as you’d find it back in 1776. Her owners relish the opportunity to give guests a true and exhilarating sailing experience, taking them back in time for a truly fascinating sailing holiday adventure. Sailing with Grayhound is a hands-on experience and guests are invited to get involved with all aspects of sailing this unique 18th century style Lugger.

Below decks, the traditional fit out continues but with considered spaces and a few more mod-cons. A communal saloon area sleeps 5 guests with a further five berths available in the fore cabin. A generous galley, two heads and a shower ensure guests comfort after a good days sailing.

Grayhound deckplan
Accommodation
  • Number of guest berths : 8
  • Number of bathrooms : 1
  • Cabin configuration : Saloon; 1x double, 3 singles. Fore Cabin; 5x singles
  • Smoking policy : No smoking
Particulars
  • Port of Registration : Fowley, UK
  • Builder : Marcus Pomery-Rowden
  • Year built : 2012
  • Length overall : 19.57m
  • Draft : 2.8m
  • Beam : 21'3"/6.5m5.92m
  • Number of Sails : 9
  • Rig : Lugger
  • Sail Area : 470mSQ
  • Engine : Beta Marine 90HP
  • Crew : 5
  • Licensed for day sails? : Yes
  • Waterproofs supplied? : Yes
Grayhound full sail
Grayhound sleeping area saloon
Hoisting the sails on Grayhound
Hoisting the sails
Grayhound log burner
Open saloon
Grayhound sleeping bunk
Richard Collett on Grayhound
Grayhound history
Grayhound sailing
Grayhound on anchor
Grayhound ropes on deck
Ropes on Grayhound
Grayhound Galley
Grayhound gig tender
Grayhound lanterns
Grayhound rigging
Grayhound guests sailing
Grayhound seating area
Grayhound log burner
Grayhound aft cabin
Grayhound bunk
Richard learning the ropes
Gourmet food on Grayhound
Food on board
Grayhound dining area
Grayhound head
Grayhound deckplan
Grayhound sailing in Cornwall
  • Are all meals included?

    Yes, all meals on board are included in the price. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and hot drinks) Alcohol is not included.

  • Can you cater for dietary needs?

    We are primarily a vegetarian (not vegan) ship. Everything is cooked onboard by our excellent chef using regional and organic produce wherever possible. We have a well-equipped galley where we cook healthy, tasty and sustainable food.

  • What language is spoken onboard?

    English

  • What are the sleeping arrangements?

    10x single berths in the saloon and the fore cabin. (some can be made into "doubles")

  • Do I need to tip the crew?

    Tips are not mandatory but are welcomed by the crew!

  • How many toilet/showers does she have?

    2 toilets. There is a shower on board but we use it as little as possible because we have a limited water supply. We tend to use the showers ashore in the marinas that we visit. There is plenty of seawater for bucket-showers on deck or for a nice morning swim around the ship. Bring biodegradable wet wipes to keep clean. You will be amazed on how fresh you feel at sea!

  • Is there WIFI?

    No, but you should easily be able to reach 3G/4G from the shore.

  • Can I charge my phone/Camera?

    Yes

  • Are there life jackets provided?

    Yes

  • Are Waterproofs provided?

    Yes

  • 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.

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Grayhound's Crew

With a multi-national crew comes diversity in knowledge - you couldn't be in safer hands.

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Grayhound

Built-in 2012, Grayhound comes with all the mod cons for comfortable sailing.

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Grayhound

Grayhound is an outstanding replica of the original 1776 customs lugger.

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