Sad news from the Little Brig Trust, which operates two very small tall-ships. The Gosport based charity has announced that after a review of operations, that it did not have the capacity to continue into 2019, and so are putting their two “little brigs” up for sale.
As we posted in 2010, the two 9 meter brigs, the Bob Allen and the Caroline Allen, were designed to introduce sailors as young as ten to the fun and challenges of sailing a square-rigged “tall ship.” The small tall-ships cost less to build, operate and crew than larger vessels. They are also incredibly cute. The small tall-ships were designed by British naval architect Colin Mudie.
The statement by the Trust went on to say: We are placing the Little Brigs for sale as one lot and welcome offers based on the fact they have life-rafts, life-jackets and a multitude of other items (including two working engines) we have sent a minimum reserve.
If you would like to purchase please send a bid to info@littlebrig.org and we will contact you to discuss.
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