Cornish Crabbers Crabber 24 MKIII - Gaff Rigged

Details

• Make: Cornish Crabbers
• Model: Crabber 24 MKIII - Gaff Rigged
• Engine Make & Model: Yanmar 2GM20
• Horsepower: 18
• Fuel Type: Diesel
• Price: £39,995
• Location: In Conwy Marina
• Keel: Long
• Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)
• Drive Type: Shaft

Dimensions

• Beam: 2.59m
• Draft: 1.07m
• LWL: 6.32m
• LOA: 9.29m
• Displacement: 3500kg
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 54l
• Water Tank Capacity: 100l
• Builder: Roger Dongray
• Designer: Cornish Crabbers Limited
• Hull Type: Monohull

Summary

A superb example of the highly regarded 2002 Cornish Crabber 24 MKIII, this traditional gaff-rigged yacht beautifully combines classic lines, capable cruising performance and timeless character. Renowned for her heavy-displacement hull, seaworthy handling and shallow-draft versatility, the Cornish Crabber 24 remains one of the most sought-after pocket cruisers on the market. Lovingly maintained, this particular example benefits from new standing and running rigging, a complete new sail wardrobe including mainsail, jib and staysail, a new Garmin GPS chartplotter, refurbished sprayhood and new sail cover. Below decks, the interior has been re-upholstered in 2025, creating a fresh and inviting living space that complements the yacht's traditional charm. Powered by the dependable Yanmar 2GM20 18hp inboard diesel engine, she is presented in excellent condition throughout and is fully prepared for the season ahead. Whether exploring coastal waters, undertaking longer cruising adventures or simply enjoying classic sailing at its finest, this Cornish Crabber 24 MKIII offers a rare opportunity to acquire a truly turnkey example of an iconic design.

Mechanical

Located aft of the companionway; Yanmar 2GM20 18hp 2-Cylinder diesel inboard engine. Electric start and seawater cooled.
Shaft drive to a Bronze fixed three bladed propellor.
Single lever engine control

*Engine service history - engine scheduled for servicing with Dickies of Bangor (Yanmar agent) mid June 2026.

Electrical

2 x 12v Batteries - New 2024
12v Switch panel
240v Shore power supply
25ah Battery charger
Alternator charging to batteries

Water:
Hand pumped cold water - flexible freshwater tank

Gas:
Gas supply to stove. System re-plumbed, inspected and certified to regs in 2022

Rigging

Gaff rigged
Sitka spruce mast, boom, and bowsprit - Coated with Sikkens 1 & 2 - new top coat on mast in 2025
Stainless steel tabernacle for raising and lowering mast
Stainless steel standing rigging - Replaced in 2025
Running rigging - Replaced in 2025
Slab reefing to mainsail
Fully retractable bowsprit
Roller furling on jib and staysail

Winches:
4 x Harken 8 single speed winches either side of the cockpit
2 x Harken 8 single speed primary winches on the coachroof

Sails:
Mainsail - Sanders Contender 6.38 Cream with 2 reefs, battened - New 2024
Jib/Yankee - Sanders Contender 5.38 Cream with wire luff and UV sacrificial strip - New 2024
Staysail - Sanders Contender 5.38 Cream with wire luff and UV sacrificial strip - New 2024
Spare Dacron Tan mainsail in serviceable condition - 2015

Navigation

Suunto steering compass
Garmin GPS/Chartplotter Multi-Function display c/w depth - New 2025
Raymarine ST2000+ Tiller pilot autopilot
Clipper wind system
Icom VHF radio with antenna
Clock and Barometer
Navigation lights

Deck

SL Manual anchor windlass
Plough anchor with chain and warp
Fenders
Mooring warps
Stainless steel boarding ladder
Cockpit sole board
Outboard motor bracket 

Safety

Manual bilge pump
Fire extinguisher (expiry date unknown)
Fire blanket
Horsehoe buoy

Canvas

Mainsail cover - New 2025
Sprayhood - Refurbished 2025
Tiller sleave

Accommodation

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged to provide comfortable berths for up to five people within a traditional and characterful interior. Rich timber joinery and varnished wooden hull panelling create a warm, classic atmosphere throughout, reflecting the timeless appeal of the Cornish Crabber design.

Forward and behind a drop down bulkhead, a spacious V-berth double provides comfortable overnight accommodation, with useful storage beneath the berth. 

The main saloon centres around a folding dining table, flanked by two settee berths which provide additional sleeping accommodation. Numerous storage lockers and shelves are located throughout the cabin, making excellent use of the available space for extended cruising.

To starboard, the galley area incorporates a stainless-steel sink with pumped cold-water supply and serves a dual purpose as a practical navigation station and chart table. A useful quarter berth is located aft of the chart table. Opposite, to port, is a Plastimo Neptune 2000 two-burner gas stove with grill, providing all the facilities required for comfortable cruising.

A separate heads compartment is situated in the port quarter and is fitted with a Jabsco marine toilet.

The interior benefits from newly fitted blue upholstery throughout (2025), complementing the traditional timber finish and presenting the accommodation in fresh, inviting condition.

Construction

Crabber 24 MKIII, built by Cornish Crabbers Limited in 2002 to a design by Roger Dongray. # GB-BIH24067A202
Dark Blue GRP hull
Cream GRP superstructure with moulded-in non slip decks and cockpit seating
Aft self draining cockpit with seating and stowage under.
Long keel with encapsulated steel ballast
Tiller steering to skeg hung rudder
Teak rubbing strake
Teak handrails
Self draining gas locker

*Hull antifouled in June 2026.  Forward deck hatch replaced in 2025.

**Last surveyed in March 2024.  

Owner's Comments

The Crabber 24 is a well built, attractive sailing cruiser, based on the traditional west country workboat lines. It's heavy displacement, combined with a deep cockpit make it a comfortable and safe cruiser to sail in all conditions. 

Disclaimer

For a full, detailed specification with additional photographs and direct contact details for the listing office visit our website

The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made
- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age
- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old
- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old

Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.

NOTE - Please ring our offices prior to visiting, as the boat may be unavailable for viewing or located at a different marina.

Contact

boatpoint at Conwy Marina

conwy@boatpoint.co.uk

01492 580 001