Duet

Classic Yawl from 1912

The oldest boat in our fleet, Duet is a classic accommodating groups and individual voyages of up to 7 persons.

Life on board

  • Not just sailing

    Our voyages are not just centred around sailing. Trips to the beach are common but you may need to help to get there!

  • History in your hands

    Built in 1912 Duet is a classic boat and is a delight under sail. Everyone gets opportunity to take the helm (steer) and get involved with every aspect of sailing the boat.

  • New Friends

    On our individual voyages, most people won’t know each other at the start of the voyage but many go on to form close friendships even after the voyage has finished.

Contact us to discuss a voyage on Duet

Video Tour of Duet

Click on the button below to view a video tour of Duet’s living quarters below deck:

Built in 1912, Duet was owned since 1932 by the well-known Essex Courtauld family, first of which was explorer Augustine Courtauld. Used for intelligence and reconnaissance in the Second World War, she then went on to be the founder boat of UK sail training, originally with Ocean Youth Club, now with The Cirdan Sailing Trust.

What the young people and leaders say about their voyage

  • “Since returning to school, we’ve seen lasting positive changes. Students are more confident, more willing to take on new challenges, and are showing a real sense of pride in their achievements.”

    Special educational needs school

  • “It was a really special trip and very much needed.”

    Young adult with autism who has overcome cancer

  • “It was an incredible experience—six days at sea filled with learning, teamwork, and unforgettable moments.”

    Young adult volunteer

  • “Words can't really do it justice, but it was so enjoyable; truly one of the best experiences I have ever had - I learned so much.”

    Sailing club member and Cirdan volunteer

  • “Thanks to you, our students didn’t just learn how to sail, they built memories and skills that will last a lifetime.”

    High school teacher

  • “Many experiences were the first opportunity the students had to independently develop them away from home or school. Most importantly, the trip allowed them to build confidence, developed stronger friendships, and discover strengths they didn’t know they had.”

    Special educational needs school deputy head