The marine fabric store for a wide variety of fabrics from heavy canvas to breathable waterproofs and fleece plus all the zips, buckles, and canopy fittings you need.

Sail training to Yachtmaster level, power cruisers, powerboat and all the associated courses. Navigation theory, sea survival, radio, VHF etc. Sail charter and private tuition.

Few traditionally shaped inshore, west country boats around today can boast a pedigree stretching back 50 years. The Plymouth Pilot is one that can.

We are a family run business and we see ourselves as the custodians of the Plymouth Pilot brand, charged with seeing the continuation of these cracking boats for the future.

Plastimo, on the right course for 50 years.

• A real iconic brand in recreational boating, Plastimo contributes to safe and enjoyable sailing around the world, as a dependable crewmember for yachtsmen and a reliable partner to the boating industry.
• Building on the worldwide reputation of Plastimo compasses, lifejackets and liferafts
• Plastimo also offers deck and mooring equipment and comfort on board appliances.

The company sells a wide range of hardwoods, softwoods and ply.

Builders of the Westray 16 and 9 and other one offs, including steam launches up to 26ft.

We can provide traditional bronze and galvanised fittings. Epoxy systems such as West and SP. We are also able to provide hempex rope which is a polyester version of hemp. We have a wide range of modern paints and maintenance material, as well as safety products. A wide range of nuts, bolts, and screws are also available. For more info, contact: enquiries@piratescave.co.uk

Yacht chandlery, retail & online.

General hot forging of ferrous and non ferrous materials. Forge named after the 'Leonard Piper', a 100 foot Thames sailing barge that I was born on.

The Pioneer Skills Centre is a boatyard established to provide young people with the opportunity to learn boat building and restoration skills. Work is focused on the restoration of historic sailing vessels.
Boatyard tuition and services are implemented and supervised by two highly qualified and experienced shipwrights, both of whom have a wealth of experience and an established track record. This includes the restoration of the 1st Class Essex Smack 'Pioneer', for which the skills centre also offers maintenance and an operational base.