Restoration Articles

One Boat Enthusiast's Passionate Journey of Reviving the Glory of a 1997 Hinckley Picnic Boat with a £350k Overhaul

Stuart Robinson, a boat enthusiast with a profound love for both sail and power-driven vessels, embarked on an ambitious venture. After selling his cherished Palm Beach GT60, he found himself yearning for a smaller craft; one which offered a combination of speed, manoeuvrability, and a level of comfort catering to his family and friends. His hunt led him to a 1997 Hinckley Picnic Boat, aptly named ‘Picnic’.

20-11-2025

Historic 72-Meter Superyacht Argosy Undertakes a Three-Year Overhaul Journey at Renowned Dutch Shipyard Feadship

The historic 71.5-metre classic superyacht Argosy has been ushered to a distinguished new chapter in her journey. The vessel made its way to Feadship’s renowned facility in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, for a grand, three-year rebuild project. The redelivery has been scheduled for September 2028, and is eagerly awaited by maritime enthusiasts around the globe.

06-11-2025

The Legendary Tale of the Motor Gun Boat 81: The Ineluctable Phantom of the Sea

The Motor Gun Boat 81, a heroic craft of World War Two, remains a powerful testament of times when aesthetic appeal and efficiency partnered with superior design.
02-09-2025

Historic Yacht Maemere Sees New Life as Restoration Efforts Gather Speed

The classic 34.1-metre Maemere, narrowly saved from demolition, is currently undergoing a painstaking restoration process led by McMillen Yachts.
01-06-2025

MarsKeel Breathes New Life into Century-Old SY Doris with a Customised Keel

MarsKeel accentuates tradition and innovation by crafting a custom keel for the century-old, SY Doris, tying the past and present together.
23-04-2025

Unearthing the past: A thrilling journey through the painstaking restoration of a celebrated Dunkirk Little Ship.

This is a tale of dedication and finesse, a labour of love that brought one of Dunkirk's legendary Little Ships back from the brink.
16-04-2025