John Raymond-Barker Bristol Channel 38 ft Pilot Cutter Replica 2011 2011 EDITH GRAY

Bristol Channel 38 ft Pilot Cutter Replica 2011

EDITH GRAY seems to hit a “sweet spot” for a number of reasons: at thirty eight and a half feet she is a handy size to sail short-handed, yet she can accommodate up to seven comfortably with berths to spare; her build quality is impressive both in her structure and detail above and below deck; and if her pilot cutter roots hint at how capable a vessel she is, her lines make her an exciting boat to sail and own. Seeing EDITH GRAY tied to the dock it is almost impossible not think of adventure! She was designed and built in 2011 by Leo Goolden's (TALLY HO) mentor John Raymond-Barker of Bristol - along the lines of the smaller transom stern pilot cutters with inspiration taken from BREEZE of 1887 for basic dimensions and above waterline profile as well as DIARCHY of 1901 for her underbody lines. EDITH GRAY has proven herself to be extremely fast when raced in the pilot cutter fleet, often taking first in class, and very able and comfortable for the ambitious passages and cruises undertaken by her present owner. She certainly has that magic blend of function and simple beauty for which this style of boat is very well known.