Faramir

Bermudan Ketch from 1981

Built specifically for the job, Faramir is the workhorse of the fleet and takes groups of up to 15 persons.

Life on board

The Sailing

Regardless of ability, everyone gets opportunity to helm (steer) the boat and handle the ropes and sails that make the boat move.
Galley

With a well equipped galley (kitchen) everyone takes their turn in getting involved with the meal preparation and the clearing up no matter what time of day!
Accreditation

Our voyages enable the young people on board to gain either the Royal Yachting Association Start Yachting or Competent Crew certificates

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

What the young people and leaders say about their voyage

“The crew onboard Faramir were absolutely amazing. As somebody who struggles with large groups and has issues with processing information, they were always happy to answer questions and repeat information if I was confused. Stepping off the ship as I left felt like I was leaving something behind.”

YMCA group member
“I liked learning new skills, meeting new people, working as a team and I enjoyed everything. I had the most amazing time with this group, just getting out of my comfort zone and feeling so welcomed by everyone.”

Young adult living in sheltered accommodation
“We should get rid of inpatient units and buy a sailing boat!”

Early Intervention in Psychosis group
“I have worked in mental health for 11 years and never observed such a transformation in people in such a short space of time. Everyone benefitted in different ways; however, some have begun to speak about how the experience has changed their perspective on life goals.”

Mental Health group
“One student who attended the sailing trip for the first time returned home to join her local sailing club with her mum. It’s one example of how the valuable experiences extend beyond the student’s life into the lives of their family and communities.”

High school leader