Projects undertaken by Robertsons

We undertake a broad range of projects, from refits to resprays. Every now and then we work on something unique and extra special, some of which are listed below ...

Oliver Hicks - Virgin Global Row

Robertsons Boatyard was the base for the final fitout of the 'Flying Carrot', Oliver Hicks' round the world rowing boat.

In 2005, after 124 days alone at sea Olly (Oliver) Hicks returned to Falmouth having just set two world records: he is the first person to row solo from America to England and the youngest ever, at 23, to row an ocean. more ...

Butterscotch

Butterscotch was delivered to Robertsons as a sail-away hull, ie a vessel with engine and steering gear but little else.

The project required the complete insulation, lining out and fitting-out including the installation of all services such as heating, plumbing and electricals.

The standard of fit out was highly specified and carried out to a high standard, well above the level usually expected of a replica dutch barge. The majority of constuction projects such as these are one-off, presenting challenges of design and execution not often experienced in modern boatbuilding. more ...

Craft for the 'Shackleton' Film

First Sight Films approched us to prepare three craft for the production of their Shackleton Film by recommendation from Poles Apart, the organisation advising the film makers on polar safety.

Two of our staff were taken by the film crew to Greenland to supervise and maintain the vessels in the extreme conditions prevailing.  Our accommodating nature was brought to the fore when we were asked to look after the actors in the boats! more...

Aluminium Yachts

Two Aluminium yachts were prepared for cruising in Arctic latitudes along with many steel, timber and GRP vessels which have been re-fitted prior to undertaking long passages.

Arthur Ransomes 'Nancy Blackett'

Arthur Ransomes 'best little boat' the Nancy Blackett, spends each winter at Robertsons.

It is a real joy to be able to maintain this wonderful and historic yacht which has such a special place in the hearts of so many Arthur Ransome readers. more ...

Cathexis II

Cathexis II is a 39' Shearwater (Designed by Dudley Dix and built in South Africa), which under it's previous owner, has extensively cruised. Her present owner purchased her with the intention of cruising the North Sea and English Channel for a couple of years before going trans-Atlantic. more ...