” It’s a fab brand, is quick to react to design improvements and is run by people who really care about their business. “
BayCruiser 23 ’Ruby’ – UK
Classic Looks, Modern Performance.
Swallow Yachts design and build elegant and classic style craft that all share innovative features and top-class performance. Our unique features like carbon masts and water ballast coupled with lifting keels and modern hull shapes make our sailboats highly sought after globally.
The Whisper 300, our eco-friendly motorboat, offers something truly unique for discerning buyers who value sustainability and sophistication.
Our entire range of boats are also trailerable, reducing transport and storage costs as well as opening up new cruising grounds should this appeal.
Proudly based in the UK, we ship worldwide and welcome enquiries from all corners of the globe.
SWALLOW YACHTS
Our Story
“My Father Nick worked most of his professional life as a Naval Architect and later manager, in the defence industry. He worked on the designs of Swiftsure and Trafalgar class submarines, as well as the Invincible class aircraft carrier, but I am pretty sure he always harboured dreams of becoming a boat designer and builder, certainly judging by the number of wooden boats he built at home during our childhood. In 1995, aged 52, he finally quit the “proper job” and started Swallow, designing a range of boats that could be supplied in kit form and built at home by competent amateurs.” – Matt Newland
Matt Newland
Managing Director, Design & Sales
Matt studied engineering at Cambridge University and went on to work for a large US based management consultancy for several years after. A realisation that life was not only about money led him to a job with Tony Castro Yacht Design, and then on to join Swallow Yachts which his father had founded some years earlier. At that time Swallow Boats were renowned for their kit boats, supplied flat pack for owners to complete themselves. Changing customer trends and a domestic market that was too small to be viable, led Matt to change the focus of the business. The company gradually developed a range of dayboats and small yachts, moving into new purpose built premises in 2008 and expanding again in 2014. Further growth of the business and size of yachts led to the company being rebranded Swallow Yachts in summer 2015.
” One of the great things about Swallow Yachts is the feeling of family, the care for their owners is always supportive, and they offer loads of advice. Everyone has been so helpful, and the main advantage is you can speak to Matt (the designer) for advice. “
BayCruiser 26 ‘Floki’ – UK
” Lake Dümmer (on which we sail most of the season) is quite shallow with an average water depth of around 1m, so the Expedition was perfect with the shallow draft. “
BayCruiser 23 ‘Findus’ – Germany
” Both Swallows we have owned are handy enough to be able to beat up the narrow Wareham Channel and to creep along the River Frome if there is some favourable breeze. The breeze often gets up in the harbour environs and we find reefing very easy. “
BayCruiser 21 ‘Whimsey’ – UK
” After two years of being a Swallow owner it brings me a smile every time I sail my BayCruiser 26 – she is everything I had hoped for in a boat and I’m extremely happy to own and sail her. “
BayCruiser 26 ‘Mercy Wind’ – Netherlands
” I was new to towing a boat and have found the Baycruiser 23 ideal. The ability to take on water ballast and enjoy a very stable craft and then pump it out to recover has been a revelation. “
BayCruiser 23 ‘Gracenote’ – UK
” We particularly enjoy its many modern design features and also the stunning classic good looks! “
BayCruiser 23 ‘Little Egret’ – UK
” The best advice I can give anyone considering a Swallow is to visit the factory and speak to Matt. The enthusiasm for the product from the whole team is infectious, and it’s wonderful to see the love and attention that goes into building these boats in a glorious setting of West Wales where they are built. “
BayCruiser 21 ‘Little Pickle’ – UK
” Swallow Yachts has a great reputation for quality, both in their designs and construction. They were also very helpful and easy to deal with, so all these things attracted me to Swallow. “
BayRaider 20
” I wanted something that was light, which I trailer behind my car and which I could, if necessary, launch, sail and recover singlehanded. “
BayCruiser 23
Our Yachts
Swallow Yachts offer a versatile range of sailing and power options tailored to various boating preferences.
Known for their craftsmanship and innovation, we offer a selection of sailboats that cater to both traditional sailing enthusiasts and those seeking modern conveniences.
Our Sail Range
Our Power Range
Comprehensive Care for Seamless Sailing
At Swallow Yachts, we provide exceptional aftercare and support for customers including giving them direct access to the designer. This personal touch allows for prompt resolution of any issues and allows expert advice to be given whenever it’s needed…
Swallow Yachts Association
We are proud to support an active customer lead association – a community where friendships are made, knowledge is shared, and adventures begin.
Based in the UK, we export all over the world, and welcome enquiries from anywhere.
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