1979 Bates Astral for sale. A very nice example of this classic model that has been cherished in its present ownership for over twenty years.

An ideal river boat that has cruised the full length of the Thames for many years, representing great value for money to get afloat with low maintenance costs.

Please note, to get under Osney Bridge at Oxford it will require the windscreen to be removed (not folding!)

Ideal as a family starter boat, but equally suited to the more experienced boater.

Features include;

Cabins                        Two

Berths                         Six

WC                              Portaloo Chemical Toilet

Shower                        Fitted, but covered by toilet.

Cooker                        Gas

Fridge                          Electric

Battery Charging         Solar Panel

Shore Power

Water System             Electric Pump

Water Heating            Calorifier

Construction

Year                            1979

Builder                        W Bates (Chertsey) UK

Material                       GRP - Cream.  Maroon detailing.

Length                         26' 7"           8.10m

Beam                            9' 6"            2.09m

Draft                              2' 6"            0,75m

Air draft                         8' 3"            2.05m

Fuel Capacity               30 Gallons   136L

Water Capacity             70 Gallons   318L

Interior

Cabins                        Two

Berths                         Six

WC                              Portaloo Chemical Toilet

Shower                        Fitted, but covered by toilet.

Cooker                        Gas

Fridge                          Electric

Battery Charging         Solar Panel

Shore Power

Water System             Electric Pump

Water Heating            Calorifier

Inventory

Davits                         Removed, but available.

Searchlight                  New June 2019

Fire Extinguishers       New 2019

Life Buoy

Life Jackets

Anchor & Chain

Fenders

Warps

Radio

Crockery 

Cutlery

Brief History

'Whimaway has been in the present ownership for over twenty years. During this time she has been moored at Oxford, Windsor and in Yalding, Kent.  She has cruised the complete length of the Thames from Lechlade to Teddington.

Although some attention to various details are required, as you would expect with any boat of this age, there is nothing that is not actually working and 'Whimaway' has had continual ongoing servicing that will ensure many more years of reliable service.

A nice genuine boat that is now offered for sale due to a change of circumstances.

New Boat Safety Certificate Valid until December 2026

Shepperton Marina Mooring Offer

We are pleased to be able to offer discounted moorings for the first year at Shepperton Marina for all boats purchased through our Boat Showrooms brokerage office.

For this boat an annual (non residential) mooring if paid in advance would be £2947.72 including VAT and the discount, saving £327.52!  Power is via a pre-payment card for the electric pod if required.