The boat

The Tradewind 35 is a well known ocean cruising yacht with a 30 year pedigree. This most successful John Rock design incorporates all the well tried qualities which inspire  confidence.  Poldeaux was built in 1984.

With a long keel and heavy displacement Poldeaux possess exceptional seakeeping and handling characteristics which makes her a pleasure to sail.  Whether coastal hopping or ocean cruising the Tradewind 35 ensures a safe and comfortable passage.

Annual maintenace at Birdham Pool

The Tradewind has an efficient cutter rig and easy sail handing when passage making to any corner of the globe.  Poldeaux is a pleasure to sail; remaining light on the helm at all points with accurate tracking.

Newtown Creek, the Solent

The external arrangement of the Tradewind 35 has a flush for deck making sail handling easy. A deep cockpit aft gives security and protection against the elements. As you would expect with a yacht of this pedigree the accommodation below is designed for comfort afloat and practicality when under way.  The layout of the accommodation provides a spacious saloon boasting over six foot headroom and two sea going berths, a galley with large work areas and a chart table ideally positioned for the navigator's comfort.  Further forward the roomy, well appointed shower/ heads compartment the owners cabin and adjacent locker area.

With wheel steering and a Bukh 36hp diesel engine driving a three bladed propeller the vessel is easily manoeuvred in harbour and adequately powered to meet the varied needs of an ocean cruising yacht.