Custom Converted Catamaran Workboat Style Liveaboard

For Sale: Ex-Workboat Style Catamaran — Possibly by Sutton Workboats (Unconfirmed)

This distinctive vessel boasts a sturdy twin-hull design with a bridge deck and is constructed in durable GRP. Noted by a previous surveyor for its commercial-grade build quality, she features heavy laminated frames set at 18-inch centres — a testament to her robust construction. Originally built in the 1980s and once serving as a river taxi on the Thames, she has since been decommissioned and stripped of her original engines, gearboxes, and navigation equipment, providing a blank canvas for her next chapter.

Over the past four years, her current owner has thoughtfully transformed her into a comfortable liveaboard, addressing every major aspect of her refit. The interior has been redesigned to accommodate three separate cabins, including a spacious master cabin with a walk-around double bed. She has been fully insulated throughout for year-round comfort, with all electrical wiring replaced, new plumbing installed, and new water tanks fitted. A purpose-built toilet and shower compartment adds to the practicality of living aboard.

Inside, she offers a generous, sociable lounge area complete with a functional galley equipped with various appliances — perfect for relaxed onboard living. When the sun is out, her expansive top deck provides ample space to entertain family and friends while enjoying panoramic marina views.

She is currently fitted with twin Johnson 50hp outboard engines (age unknown). While some components are already in place to bring these engines online, further installation and commissioning work will be required to get her fully operational.

Overall, she presents an excellent opportunity for someone seeking an affordable and characterful liveaboard in Brighton Marina, with the added benefit of scope to personalise her exactly to their taste. This is a rare chance to acquire a spacious, solidly built catamaran with huge potential for comfortable living afloat.

GENERAL
6 Berths in 3 cabins
Toilet & shower compartment
Sea toilet
Eberspacher diesel heating
240v Shore power
Battery support system
Liveaboard potential in Brighton Marina under separate negotiation with marina operators

GALLEY
Hot & cold pressurised water system
Fridge
Good storage & working area