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.

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

Contact Brighton Boat Sales today to arrange a viewing or request the full specification.

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.

GENERAL
Masthead sloop
Tiller steering
Forward cabin V-berth with infill
L-shaped seating on port side
Seating on starboard side
Two quarter berths
240v Shore power
Battery charger
Sea toilet
Anchor, warps & fenders
Sprayhood
Stern mounted ladder
Manual bilge pump
Berth available in Brighton Marina

GALLEY
Sink & cold water via foot pump

NAVIGATIONAL EQUIPMENT
Steering compass
Target speed & depth gauges

SAILS & RIGGING
Roller reefing headsail
Deck-stepped mast
Anodised aluminium mast & boom
Age of the standing & running rigging unknown
Genoa (2023), main sheet, Lazy jacks
Two Gibb single-speed genoa sheet winches (cockpit coaming)
Two Lewmar 6 single speed halyard winch (on mast)