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Registration number
2588
Status
Replica
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Details
Function
Service Vessel
Subfunction
Pilot Vessel
Location
Falmouth
Vessel type
Scillonian Cutter
Current use
Commercial Activity
Available to hire
Yes
Available for excursions
Yes
Web address
www.classic-sailing.co.uk
Construction
Builder
Powell, Luke, Gweek
Built in
1997
Hull material
Wood
Rig
Gaff Cutter
Replica definition
Operational Replica
Number of decks
1
Number of masts
1
Propulsion
Sail
Number of engines
1
Primary engine type
Inboard diesel
Dimensions
Length: Overall
38.00 feet
(11.58m)
Breadth: Beam
11.75 feet
(3.58m)
Depth
6.33 feet
(1.93m)
Air Draft
50.00 feet
(15.24m)
Tonnage: Gross
14.00
History
EVE OF ST MAWES is a replica based on an early Scillonian pilot cutter of the early 19th century - the original pilot cutters were used for embarking pilots to ships entering the western approaches. She was built in the traditional manner with traditional techniques.
The vessel has been operated as a successful sail training craft since launch. Through the operation of the vessel, the Falmouth pilot cutter review started in 2006 and continues today. She has cruised all areas of the Channel attending many festivals and introducing approx. 2700 people to traditional sailing.
No major visual changes have taken since the vessel was built, although a new engine was installed in 2006.
Sources
Classic Sailing Eve in Cornwall (2012)
Traditional Boats and Tall Ships (August/September, 2000, pp46-52) Glad to be Trad
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