The brief I’m looking to start a new syndicate/boat share, centered around the three way ownership of a 7-8m motorboat, moored in Devon or Dorset. The boat I’ve been looking for a long time, and I think I’ve whittled things down to a motor boat, no longer than 8m really. Ideally an inboard diesel, shaft drive would be less costly to maintain. I’m not looking for performance, would be happy with anything from a smaller trawler style through to a sportier Sealine. Current preferences would be; Sealine S23, Beneteau Antares 760, Jeanneau Leader 805, Merry Fisher ... read more

I’m putting together a small, well-managed boat share on a Beneteau Antares 7.80 based in Christchurch Marina. The idea is to keep it simple — a small group of people sharing a good, reliable boat through the months you’ll actually use it, without the cost, hassle, and ongoing upkeep that comes with owning a boat outright. This will run as a 6-month season from May through to October. Membership options Full access (weekdays + weekends): £550/month (max 3 members) Weekday-focused access: £440/month (max 3 members) Season length is 6 months. ... read more