One Surveyor wrote "I would consider this to be the best example of a timber Twister that I have examined". Another recent surveyor stated "Someone looking for a wooden twister would certainly buy Temeraire". After 18 years of no expense spared ownershipTemeraire of Lawling is looking for her next custodian, lots of history including pictures of her launch day 4th June 1966. A beautiful dry boat, bilges are always dry, ready to store the salad as her previous owner told me. Temeraire was bulit with a small coach roof by the Cardinal Bros. which adds to the beauty of her... read more

Boat OverviewPandore is a Twister 28 with a Tylers moulded hull, hull moulding number 28P75, fitted out by Uphams of Brixham in 1970. She features a white hull, cream coach roof, teak brightwork, and cabin. The same family has owned her since new, plus one other appreciative owner. The hull was reinforced to accommodate beaching legs when built (legs never used). She has always been winterised ashore under heavy-duty winter cover, with the engine annually winterised and serviced by the yard. New standing rigging was installed in 2018, along with a new cockpit boom tent and spray hood. A full s... read more

1972 Twister 28, sloop rig, long keel, with Vetus 15hp inboard diesel engine. ‘Aastrea’ is a very smart boat, with a lovely traditional interior and beautiful woodwork. Benefitting from 2021 standing rigging and new Westway sails, never used. Matching new canvas work. Sleeps 4 in the forward cabin and saloon. Diesel heating for year-round stays. Been ashore since October 2024, and for sale due to owner’s lack of time. Available to view by appointment at Birdham Pool Marina.... read more

1980 A really well presented example of this classic, small, offshore cruiser. The Twister 28 has a deserved reputation as a capable, long keeled, offshore cruiser. BLUE HORIZON was recently set up for, and completed, a single handed, non-stop trip to Madeira. Highlights include, but are not limited to: • Encapsulated, Long Keel • 2016 beta 16 Engine • 2022 Mast, Boom, Standing & Running Rigging • Hydrovane Steering • Solar Power A Full, Pre-purchase survey was carried out in November of 2024 which showed there to be no issues of note and this can be made available for inspectio... read more

Marketing Description 'Aeolus' is a fine example of the swift sailing Twister 28. Built in 1979 by Uphams to a Ken Holman design, this capable cruiser is a joy to sail and ready to share new adventures with a new custodian. Her engine was upgraded in 1998 to a Yanmar 2GM20 providing reliability and economy. Her hull topsides are finished in an attractive dark green paint. Below decks is clean and tidy with berths for 4. Taylors paraffin oven with two burner hob. Seperate heads with Jabsco toilet. Navigation aids include Silva DSC VHF, colour Garmin 557 chart plotter, NASA depth sounder and N... read more

A classic British cruiser with timeless appeal! This Twister 28 (1996) is a well-maintained example of Kim Holman’s iconic design, combining traditional long-keel seaworthiness with modern upgrades for comfortable cruising. Built by Tyler Boat Company/Uphams, she offers solid construction, excellent sailing performance, and a practical layout, making her ideal for coastal adventures or longer passages. She represents exceptional value for a yacht of her pedigree. Key Features & Recent Upgrades: Yanmar 3GM 20HP diesel engine (1996, 366hrs) – reliable and economical. Sails in e... read more