The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Birchwood 18

Tidy Birchwood 18 cruiser
£0 Sold / Unavailable
  • Boat REF#  ·  325445
  • Length  ·  18'0"
  • Year  ·  1972
  • Construction  ·  GRP
  • Underwater profile  ·  Planing
  • Sleeping berths  ·  2
  • Engine  ·  1 x gasoline 25hp, Mariner 25 EL 4STR (1998)
  • Lying  ·  Martham, Norfolk
Boatshed Norfolk
Boatshed Norfolk
Steve Biggs

The boat featured is not currently for sale by Boatshed. The boat information and images presented are part of Boatshed’s back catalogue of the 25,000+ boats we have listed in the last 20 years and appear here for general information and guidance purposes about Boatshed and our boat selling systems and services

Extra Details

Designer Birchwood Boats
Builder Birchwood Boats Sutton in Ashfield.
Lying Martham, Norfolk

Mechanical

Engine 1 x gasoline 25hp
Engine make and model Mariner 25 EL 4STR (1998)
Engine Hours Not Recorded
Engine Cooled Direct
Steering wheel
Drive outboard
Prop(s) 3 BLADE ALUMINIUM
Fuel consumption (approx) 0.2 USG /hour At Cruising Speed
Cruising speed (approx) 5 knots
Max speed (approx) 8 knots

ENGINE STARTS AND RUNS AS IT SHOULD AND HAS BEEN SERVICED

Dimensions

Length 18'0"
LWL 17'0"
Beam 7'6"
Draft Min 0'11"
Draft Max 1'1"
Airdraft 6'11"
Displacement 2,315.3lbs
Storage In water

Electrical Systems

12 volt battery, 1 batteries charged by: engine

Construction

Construction GRP
Underwater profile Planing
Finish Gelcoat finish

Accommodation

Total # of berths 2
No. of single berths 2
Cabin(s) 1
Sink 1
Heads 1 heads (Porta Potti)

Accommodation

Sink
Manual water system
Non-Smokers

Deck Gear

Cockpit cover
Rode
Fenders
Boathook

1 anchors
(mud weight)

Nav Equipment

Speed
Depth sounder

Safety Equipment

Life jackets
Horn

1 bilge pumps (0 manual / 1 electric)

Broker's Comments

Here we have a cute little first river cruiser. These Birchwood 18 boats have a very stable cathedral hull and are a nice first boat that offers good space for her length and simple easy handling and mechanics.

This boat has been treated to a mini make over and offers a clean and tidy and fresh look. She has a Mariner 25hp electric start 4 stroke outboard that has been recently serviced and which started and ran very well.

At some point in her life the gas system has been removed making her simple from a boat safety perspective. She has a current Safety Certificate to April 2025, plus her Broads toll is paid to March 2024.

She has two single berths / seats inside plus a small heads compartment with porta potti. There is a small galley area to starboard with a sink with foot pump.

She had a new canopy fitted last year that is in excellent condition and has also recently been repainted and she looks very tidy.

Please note the speed and depth units have power but are not currently working. Also, the vendor thought the boat was 1980 and I mention this in the videos, however, on subsequent checking she is a 1972 boat.

If you are looking for a simple 'get on the water' boat, then this little Birchwood should meet that need.

These boat details are subject to contract.
Note: Offers on the asking price may be considered.

Owners FAQ's

How long have you owned the boat for?

2.5 years

Why are you selling her?

not using her

Where have you sailed her?

Norfolk Broads

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