West Wight Potter 19

Details

• Make: West Wight
• Model: Potter 19
• Price: £5,000
• Location: In Ridge Wharf Yacht Centre
• Keel: Lifting
• Hull Construction: Fibreglass (GRP)

Dimensions

• Beam: 2.29m
• Draft: 0.15m
• LWL: 5.11m
• LOA: 5.72m
• Displacement: 556kg
• Builder: International Marine (USA)
• Designer: Herb Stewart
• Hull Type: Monohull

Summary

The West Wight Potter 19 is a charming and highly versatile trailer-sailer, ideal for both relaxed coastal cruising and weekend adventures. Renowned for its stability, easy handling and practical design, the Potter 19 offers an inviting sailing experience without the complexity of a larger yacht. Its compact size makes launching, trailering and storing straightforward, while the comfortable cabin provides a cosy retreat for overnight trips or escaping the elements. A great choice for beginners and experienced sailors alike, this classic pocket cruiser combines simplicity, practicality and plenty of character.

Whether you're looking for a boat for family days on the water, peaceful coastal exploring or simply an easy-to-manage yacht to enjoy at weekends, the West Wight Potter 19 is an excellent choice. With its manageable size and straightforward sailing characteristics, she is easy to handle while still offering enough space and comfort to make longer days aboard enjoyable. Her distinctive design and reputation as a capable little cruiser make her an appealing option for anyone wanting to get out on the water without the costs and upkeep associated with a larger yacht.

This West Wight Potter 19 is a superb example of this much-loved pocket cruiser, having been extensively upgraded, refurbished and carefully maintained by the current owner. Considerable time, effort and investment have gone into bringing the boat to a high standard, making her an ideal choice for anyone looking for a capable, easily handled and genuinely ready-to-enjoy trailer sailer.

Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541

Mechanical

The boat is sold without an engine; recommendations for a suitable engine to fit the boat can be provided, however.

Electrical

Rewiring and repair of all electrical functions: navigation and cabin lights, echo-sounder and bilge pump - including new battery and solar charger. (2026)
Solar panel (New 2026)

Rigging

All halyards and sheets replaced. (2025/6)
Refurbished sails including installation of protective sunstrip on reefing jib and an additional new J24 storm jib. (2025)
Boom cover (2025)

Navigation

NASA Marine Clipper Depth
NASA Marine Target 2 Log - supplied and working
Compass

Deck

Mooring lines
Fenders 
Boarding ladder
Reinstallation and reinforcing of bow pulpit (2025)
New tailored retractable in-cabin retractable keel fabric cover (2025)
Bespoke fitted water-proofing fabric companionway cover (2024)
New heavy duty winter cover (2025)
Anchor warp and chain added (2026)
New marine ply outboard engine mounting block (2024)
EZ Loader trailer - Trailer service to include new wheel bearings (2026)

Safety

Bilge pump 
Anchor light
Masthead light 

Accommodation

V-berth 
Pilot berth aft starboard side 
Jabsco marine toilet - Restoration of all plumbing to sink and sea toilet, including new seacocks. (2024)
Full set of interior cushions (Always stored at home during winter months)
Camping stove and sink 
Storage cupboards throughout cabin 

Construction

Renovation of steerage assembly and tiller, including ply and epoxy g.r.p. rudder-blade replacement with new. (2026)

Dimensions:

LOA: 18.75 ft/ 5.72m
LWL: 16.75 ft/ 5.11m
Beam: 7.50 ft/ 2.29m
Max Draft: 3.58 ft/ 1.09m
Min Draft: 0.50 ft/ 0.15m

Documentation

Bill of sale into the current ownership 

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 Portland Marina

portland@boatpoint.co.uk

01305 818 541