New Builds

pilot cutter pellew being planked

Working Sail build classic wooden sailing vessels and are dedicated to recreating vessels from our rich maritime heritage.

Working Sail are bringing to life the lost traditions and beautiful craft of the past. Each vessel is individually designed by designer/shipwright Luke Powell.

shipwright of lofting floor

All of our vessels are built using traditional materials and methods of construction to an extremely high standard. Each vessel is solidly built with double-sawn oak frames and oak planking, bronze fastened throughout, giving great strength and longevity. The straight-laid decks are scrubbed hardwood complementing the beautiful varnished companionway and skylight.

If you are interested to commissioning your own vessel or just have the beginnings of an idea we would love to talk to you about what we can do to make this become a reality.

pilot cutter half model