1979 Camper & Nicholsons 345

Offering the perfect balance of performance and comfort the Nicholson 345, designed by Ron Holland and built by the legendary Camper & Nicholsons, delivering exceptional upwind performance and handling that inspires confidence in all conditions. Proven in offshore races like the Fastnet 1979. Step below and enjoy remarkable space, over 6′6″ headroom, and thoughtfully designed accommodations that make extended cruising a pleasure. Whether you’re seeking weekend escapes or ambitious passages, the Nicholson 345 offers the strength, style, and sailing pedigree to take you wherever your dreams lead. The owners have also expressed an interest in selling a half or 1/4 share, please do get in touch if this may be of interest Beta 35 - 2014Last serviced - April 2025Serviced annually from new35hpShaft drive3 bladed folding propellerHours 71731 Gallon fuel tank (140 lt)Range - approx 275nm 2 x 12v 110ah Domestic batteries - fitted 20191 x 12v Engine start battery120ah alternator chargingBattery charger - Ctek M300InvertorSolar panelShorepower plus lead240v Ring main with 2 sockets Chartplotter - Garmin GPSMap 922 at wheel - Fitted 2021Autopilot - Raymarine Evo with P70 control, Acu course computer with multiscreen near wheel - 2023Wind - Raymarine i60Speed - Raymarine i50Depth - Raymarine ST60Multi screen - Raymarine ST60GPS - Garmin 555 on chart tableDSC/VHF - Icom M411AIS - send and recieveMultiscreen - AutohelmNavtex - not working Fractional sloop rigAlluminium Selden mast and spars - 2018 (Selden Boom 2012)Keel stepped mastStanding rigging 2018Running rigging 2018Slab reefing main sail with stackpackHarken MK IV furling systemSpinnaker poleRope kicking strapLines led aft SailsMain - Kemp 2022 fully battened with 3 reefs. Woven Vectron, cross cut and loose footed. CN InsigniaGenoa - Hood 2007 Wheel steeringAft CockpitGRP deckLewmar galvanised Delta anchor - with 60m galvanised chainKedge anchorElectric windlass - LewmarAnchor lockerBoarding ladderTeak cockpit table1 x Lewmar 16 ST coachroof winch1 x Harken 40 ST coachroof winch1 x Lewmar 16 coachroof winch2 x Harken 46.2 ST primary winches12 x rope clutches 8 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon1 x Lavac heads with sink and pull out shower - electric pump to shower trayHot and cold pressurised water system with immersion heater1.9m HeadroomGalley with Oven and 2 ring burnerFridge - Water cooledSink 4 man liferaft - Last serviced April 2025Gas system checked - 2023Manual Bilge pumpJackstaysMOB Danbuoy2 x LifebuoysFireblanket in galley SprayhoodStackpack and lazy jacksDodgers Spade rudderLast lifted and antifouled - April 2025Saloon windows replaced 2024 Part One registration - Blue Book 1979Evidence of VAT status - French TVA document 1981Evidence of 5 years clear title - Ownership documents from 1990 I've had the pleasure of owning this Nicholson 345 since 2011, and I can confidently say it's been an exceptional sailing experience. This yacht truly shines in its sailing qualities, an easy motion t