Ariel is a classic gaff cutter designed by Albert Strange and built to a high traditional standard by Anderson, Rigden & Perkins in 1925. She is a fine example of these gorgeous cruising yachts, combining classic lines with a well-balanced sail plan and capable sea performance. Ariel has benefitted from continuous care and appropriate upgrades to ensure reliability and comfort without compromising her original character. A rare opportunity to acquire a proven and highly regarded classic cutter.

Viewing by appointment only through the Suffolk office - 01473 659681 or email: suffolk@clarkeandcarter.co.uk

Accommodation

Offering up to 3 berths in an tradition interior. Up forward in the forepeak, there is a single berth to port, stowage under and deck opening hatch. To centre there is a Jabsco manual marine toilet with a cover over the toilet. Stepping into saloon, there is are two single settee berths to port and starboard. Removeable saloon table to centre with double drop leaves. Good stowage in the saloon provided by lockers and shelving. In the port quarter, is the compact linear galley with a stainless-steel sink, manually pumped freshwater supply, Flavel Vanessa two-burner gas cooker with an oven and grill. Top opening refrigerator. Opposite to starboard is the chart table with the electrical distribution panel, navigation equipment and chart stowage. Green upholstery throughout. Eberspacher diesel fired cabin heater.

Mechanical Systems

Located behind the companionway stairs is there the Beta Marine diesel engine, fitted new in 1999. 20hp, three cylinders, naturally aspirated. Freshwater cooled via a heat exchanger. Single lever controls. Electric start. Shaft drive to a feathering three blade bronze propeller. Regularly serviced.

Electrical Systems

Sails and Spars

Masthead rigged Gaff cutter. Keel stepped varnish Oregon Pine spars and bowprit. Stainless steel standing rigging, Terylene running rigging. Running backstays with highfield levers. Slab reefing mainsail. Wykeham Martin headsail furling systems. Two sheet winches. Two control line winches.

Deck Equipment

Navigation Equipment

Safety Equipment

Construction

Built by Anderson, Rigden & Perkins in 1925 to a design of Albert Strange. Painted white Pitch Pine carvel hull. Oak frames. Long keel with a cast iron ballast. Lead ingots. Tiller steering to a keel hung rudder. Plywood decks with a painted non-slip finish. Solid varnish coachroof, cockpit coaming and cockpit grating. Teak toerail. Last surveyed in 2025 with a copy available upon request.

Disclaimer:

The company normally acts as brokers for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at their own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.
General note on safety equipment: Any safety equipment such as liferaft, fire extinguishers and flares etc., are usually personal to the current owner(s) and if being left on board as part of the sale of a used vessel, may require routine servicing, replacement, or changing to meet the specific needs of the new owner(s).