1997/98 Moody 36 Centre Cockpit Bilge Keel – Rare Shallow-Draft CruiserDesigned by Bill Dixon and built by Marine Projects, Avalon of Hamble is a superbly specified example of the sought-after Moody 36 Centre Cockpit. She is one of just fifteen rare bilge keel versions ever built.With a shallow 1.2m draft, she delivers exceptional cruising versatility. Explore creeks, access drying harbours, and cruise shallow coastlines with confidence. Her twin keels allow safe drying out, while the renowned Moody hull form ensures steady, sea-kindly performance offshore.The centre cockpit features wheel steering and deep coamings for secure, comfortable sailing. She handles with ease short-handed or as a couple.A reliable Volvo MD2040 40hp engine powers her, showing 1,561 hours as of February 2026. The saildrive and folding prop enhance efficiency under sail. A Vetus 55kgf bow thruster, upgraded with a six-bladed prop in 2023, provides precise manoeuvring in tight marinas. Tankage includes 218 litres of fuel, 327 litres of water, and a 30-litre holding tank.Her Selden sloop rig, with standing rigging renewed in 2016, carries a Hyde fully battened mainsail and furling genoa. A Crusader cruising chute adds downwind performance. Lewmar self-tailing winches ensure simple, controlled sail handling.A comprehensive 2023 refit significantly enhanced comfort and autonomy. She benefits from a new sprayhood, cockpit enclosure, bimini, and stackpack. A 110W Marlec solar panel and upgraded batteries support extended off-grid cruising.Below decks, seven berths span two cabins. The generous aft owner’s suite offers privacy and comfort. Eberspacher heating extends the season. A well-equipped galley and a full Raymarine navigation suite complete the inventory.Freshly antifouled and prepared for the 2026 season, she lies ashore at Birdham Pool Marina in West Sussex and is ready for inspection. This is a rare opportunity to secure a cruising-ready Moody 36 Centre Cockpit with shallow-draft capability. Construction White GRP hullSolid white GRP laminate below waterlineBalsa core sandwich above waterline hullWhite GRP with integrated non-slip deckBalsa core sandwich deck with extensive non slip surfaceBilge keel typeTeak capped bulwark toe railsBow midships and stern heavy weight stainless steel mooring cleatsForward towing and mooring bollardWheel steering with cables to aft quadrant and balanced rudder Machinery Volvo MD2040 40hpOriginal engine age1561 engine hours 01.02.26 not certifiedSaildrive to folding propVetus BOW5512 55kgf bow thruster new 6 bladed prop 2023 Electrics 12v and 220v onboard voltage3 x YUASA L35 115Amp/H domestic batteries 2023DYNAMP 40Amp/H engine battery 2026Merlin Poweramp 220 VAC multi stage 2 output battery chargerStuder SBM-01 high precision battery monitor at chart table110w Marlec Sunpower solar panel with PWM controller fitted 2023Galvanic isolator fittedShore power Tankage 218 ltrs fuel capacity327 ltrs water capacity in 2 tanks30 ltrs holding capacity Accommodation 7 berths2 cabins2 double berths3 single berthsHeadsEberspacher D3LC diesel cabin heatingPlastimo Atlantic Plus 2 burner hob grill and oven cookerMicrowaveFridgeKenwood KDC-4060 entertainment system with 2 internal and 2 cockpit speakersJoinery from specifications Deck Simpson Lawrence Horizon Express windlassCQR type anchor with 35 meters 10mm galvanised chain 2023Danforth type kedge anchor with 40 meters AnchorplaitFull complement of warps and fenders including 2 ball fenders and fender skirtBoat hook and mooring hookSwimming ladderInflatable dinghy stowage system on stern with base mounts for davits or archHot and cold deck showerSpray hood with bimini and full cockpit enclosure Navigation Raymarine Quantum 2018 radarRaymarine Axium Pro 2018 plotterRaymarine ST600 Plus 1998 autopilotRaymarine i50 2018 speed logRaymarine i60 2018 wind indicatorRaymarine i50 2018 depthICS NAV4 Plus 1998 NavtexPlastimo 1998 compassStandard Horizon GX1850GPS with binnacle mounted RAM4 remote mic 2022/23 VHFAxiom onboard wireless network not enabled or testedRaymarine AIS700 Class B transceiver 2018 AIS receiver transmitterAxiom Plus mounted in Scanstrut pod at helmVHF remote mic at helmDepth speed wind and multi display mounted by hatch under spray hoodGarmin GPS 120XL backup at chart tableICS NAV4 Navtex receiver at chart table Tenders Tender by arrangementOutboard by arrangement Safety 2 life buoysDan buoyElectric bilge pumpManual bilge pumpRadar reflectorEmergency tillerGas alarmFire blanket The condition or level of safety equipment on board is not to be negotiated on following survey. It is likely to be listed by most surveyors but is not structural or an integral working part of the vessel and is not to be used to further negotiate the price down after survey. We strongly suggest that for your own personal safety that when purchasing a yacht you provide new safety equipment rather than relying on second hand gear. Should you become the new owner of this yacht then the responsibility to re-register or update official bodies for items such as EPIRB, VHF, MMSI or AIS becomes yours. Rig & Sails Sloop rigStainless steel standing rigging 2016Selden spars with Selden spinnaker pole fitted to mast Winches2 x Lewmar 44 self tailing 2 speed genoa sheet winchesLewmar 32 self tailing 2 speed halyard winchLewmar 16 single speed with Wincher halyard winchLewmar 16 self tailing single speed furling winch SailsHyde Fully battened mainsail with 3 reefs led back to cockpit 2012Hyde furling genoa 2012Crusader cruising chute with snuffer 2010 little used spinnaker