Broom Navigator

£99,950.00

SPECIFICATION

LOA (Metres/Feet):	10.67m / 35' 0"
Beam (Metres/Feet):	3.2 m / 10' 5"
Draft (Metres/Feet):	0.71m / 2' 3"
Air Draft (Metres/Feet):	1.99m / 6' 6"

Berths:	4
Type:	River Cruiser
Fuel:	Diesel

Reference: NYH138552

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Norfolk Yacht Agency Ltd is a credit broker, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under reference number 678008, with registered address at Brundall Bay Marina, Brundall, Norwich, Norfolk, NR13 5PN. Norfolk Yacht Agency Ltd does not receive any commission from Salt Money Ltd for finance introductions.

Broom Navigator – 1961 – Powered by a Nanni N4.50 (50hp) diesel engine fitted in 2016. Navigator 1, the original Broom Navigator, was extensively renovated in 2016 and is presented in truly concours condition. Significant structural works completed in 2026 include a new hog and keel, replacement planking, and new stainless steel rudder and skeg. Sympathetically updated with modern features and high-quality furnishings throughout. Specification includes shore power, Victron charger & inverter, electric windlass, warm air heating plus 5kw multifuel stove, electric flush toilet and more. A unique opportunity to own a beautiful piece of Broads history.

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Broom Navigator for sale

Boat Reference Number:	NYH138552
Year Built:	1961
LOA (Metres):	10.67m
Draft (Metres):	0.71m
Beam (Metres):	3.2 m
Air Draft (Metres):	1.99m

Vessel Location:	VIEWING BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Cabins:	2
LOA (Feet):	35' 0"
Draft (Feet):	2' 3"
Beam (Feet):	10' 5"
Air Draft (Feet):	6' 6"

Berths:	4
Toilets:	1
Hull Construction:	Timber
Fuel:	Diesel

Showers:	1
Engine Manufacturer:	Nanni
Engine Power:	50

Number of Engines:

Drive Type:	Shaft
Type:	River Cruiser

Max Speed:	7
Make:	Broom
Yacht Type:	Brokerage

Galley

Beautifully fitted with built in Smev Stainless Steel oven and grill to port with a 3 burner Smev gas hob complete with glass cover. Cupboard and drawer storage. Fitted with twin 240v sockets. The Isotherm 85L electric fridge is fitted to the starboard side of the Galley along with a Dometic Stainless Steel sink with glass cover. A further storage cupboard is found beneath the sink. Double doors open on to the covered aft well which has further storage lockers.

Deck Equipment

Track Mark covered decks and cabin tops
Stainless Steel bow roller
Stainless Steel mud weight
Deck controls for the electric windlass
Stainless Steel cleats
Stainless Steel fender eyes
Stainless Steel bin iron trim to rubbing strakes
Folding wooden mast

Folding windscreens and cockpit sides
Cockpit sides with opening doors to port and starboard
Acrylic canopy over centre cockpit with removable slats
Twin free standing pedestal helm seats
Fixed two seater bench seat in centre cockpit with folding foot rest
Removable side boarding ladder
Courtesy deck lights

Mechanical / Electrical

Shore power
Centaur 30 amp Battery charger
Immersion heater
Calorifer
350 watt Victron inverter
Webasto 3.5KW warm air heating system
Lofrans electric windlass with helm and deck controls
Electric flush toilet

USB sockets throughout
Water/waste gauges
Volts/temperature/oil pressure gauges
Rev counter
Horn
Water pump
Engine room light
5 x batteries

Accommodation

Forward Cabin:
A spacious cabin with V berths complete with infill boards and cushions making up to a large double berth. Single draws beneath both berths and a further drawer and hanging locker. The cabin has three 240v sockets and a twin USB socket. Door leading aft in to companion way with separate heads and shower compartment.
Heads:
Located on the port side of the boat the heads have been sympathetically modernised with an electric flush toilet, Porcelain sink with mixer tap mounted on top of cupboard unit, Avonite side shelf and vinyl flooring. Mirror to the aft bulkhead and access through a sliding door.
Shower compartment:
Access via sliding door from companionway. Slatted wooden bench seat fixed to aft bulkhead over shower tray.
Centre cockpit wheelhouse:

The central wheelhouse is accessed from either port or starboard side doors with a single step down. Helm position to port with chrome dash and full instrumentation including USB sockets. Twin pedestal helm seats and a fixed two person cushioned bench seat with folding footrest. Removable carpet giving access to engine bay beneath boards. Fitted with an acrylic canopy which is removable along with the wooden support slats creating an open air view point. The windscreens and side screens fold giving a low air draft capable of passing under all the Broadland bridges subject to tide levels.
Saloon:
Twin steps lead down in to the comfortable and cosy saloon. The L shape sofa provides generous seating with storage beneath and is served by a large folding leaf wooden table. To port there is a sideboard unit with a cupboard and draw. There are two 240v sockets and a USB port fitted. Aft of the sideboard a Cast iron multifuel burner provides character and charm along with great heating capability. An eye level cupboard is fitted to the galley bulkhead wall.
Galley:
The Galley is beautifully crafted with Avonite work surfaces to both port and starboard. A Smev Stainless Steel oven and grill is fitted to port along with a 3 burner Smev gas hob complete with glass cover. There is cupboard and drawer storage and twin 240v sockets. The Isotherm 85L electric fridge is fitted to the starboard side of the Galley along with a Dometic Stainless Steel sink with glass cover. A further storage cupboard is found beneath the sink. Double doors open on to the covered aft well.
Aft well:
The aft well houses the gas locker along with a storage locker. There is access to the rudder gear beneath a hinged transom step. The shore power socket is fitted to the rear bulkhead and there is a full well cover and carpeting making this a usable space all season round.

Navigation Equipment

Spot lights (fitted within the hull)
Navigation lights

Anchor light

Safety Equipment

Boat Safety Certificate 06/28

Service History

2015 – New Nanni diesel engine and gearbox fitted (commissioned 2016).
2015/16 – 12v and 240v electrical systems fully rewired and upgraded to include Victron battery charger and inverter, new batteries, shore power system and 240v immersion heater.
2015/16 – Underwater hull renovation completed using over 600 feet of prime Utile mahogany planking, copper nailed and Sikaflex sealed. Majority of chines renewed.
2016 – Hull and superstructure stripped back to bare wood and refinished with upward of 14 coats of varnish to the superstructure along with multiple coats of International single-pack yacht paint.
2016 – Water tank replaced.
2016 – Interior reupholstered throughout.
2016 – New aft cockpit and wheelhouse canopies fitted, including full winter cover and wheelhouse top cap cover.
2019 – Engine serviced to manufacturer specification.
2021 – Hauled ashore, hull inspected and antifouled.
November 2023 – Starboard chine replaced along with six planks.
January 2024 – Lifted, hull scrubbed and inspected.
November 2025 – Engine serviced.
2026 – New hog laminated from European oak using West System epoxy.
2026 – New keel laminated from European oak using West System epoxy.

2026 – Keel fitted to hog with new stainless steel bolts and mastic joint.
2026 – Sterntube installation completed following splitting of keel in way of shaft line.
2026 – Existing sterntube machined out and fitted with glued oak cheek pieces either side.
2026 – Replacement garboard strakes fitted in khaya mahogany.
2026 – New starboard engine stringer fitted in oak.
2026 – Localised repairs carried out to port engine stringer.
2026 – Sections of bottom planking replaced where localised dry rot was identified.
2026 – Localised transom plank repairs completed where dry rot was present.
2026 – Cuprinol 5 Star oil-based preservative applied to hull interior where accessible.
2026 – New stainless steel rudder and stock fitted.
2026 – New stainless steel skeg fitted.
2026 – New engine bearers fitted.
2026 – Antifouled prior to launch.

Other Equipment

All new Upholstery, cushion foams, curtains, carpets and sprung memory mattresses in 2016 by Jeckells of Wroxham
Bound carpets throughout

Full superstructure cover
Cast Iron 5KW Multifuel Wood Burner

Comments

A truly unique opportunity to own concourse vintage vessel of historical significance. Navigator is among a handful of craft presented and maintained to this standard. The ultimate classic Broads Cruiser!
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Disclaimer

The company normally acts as broker for the vendor who unless otherwise stated is not selling in the course of a business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute a part of any contract. A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and where appropriate and at his own expense to employ a qualified marine surveyor to carry out a survey and/or to have an engine trial conducted which if conducted by us shall not imply any liability on our part.

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DETAILS

Telephone:

+44 (0) 1603 713434

Email Address:

boats@nya.co.uk

Reference Number:

NYH138552