One of a cargo fleet that at the turn of the 19th Century once numbered over 2000, Reminder is one of a handful of Thames Sailing Barges that has survived. Since 1975 she has earnt her living as a charter vessel for 12 guests and still takes part in the annual Thames Barge Races. Licensed with the MCA. She offers a new owner the opportunity to own a piece of English Maritime History, continue in charter work if wished to supplement her income and could choose to live aboard and continue her long racing history.... read more

Opportunity to purchase Topsail Charters Ltd - a high profile, established and profitable Thames Barge Charter business, located in Maldon, Essex. The company started trading in 1987 and is available for sale due to the planned retirement of the owners. It includes the Thames Barges "Hydrogen" (1906) and "Thistle" (1895), both licensed with the MCA to carry up to 50 passengers. They have been maintained to an extremely high standard and are very well known both locally and around the coast. Included in the sale is the lease at the historic boat yard of Cook & Sons, ... read more