BATES ASTRAL 810

BATES ASTRAL 810. London boat show boat in 1999

The Bates Astral 810 is a spacious cruiser, suitable for families with children. It offers accommodation in 2 separate cabins.These craft were available as an aft cabin version with 2 small quarter berths either side of the cockpit. Some of these craft were used in hire fleets on the Thames but this one was not, she had 2 owners from new.

Sharwane’ is a very tidy example of this sturdy river & inshore cruiser.

Some info. Her accommodation includes a large double berth/dinette in the ‘V’ with storage underneath & bookshelves to the sides, large dinette/double berth on the port side, a well equipped galley to starboard. The shower room has a toilet, shower & wash basin.

The large cockpit has ample room for 4 plus the helmsman.

The aft cabin will accommodate 2 & 2

240V shore power

hot water.

Gas heater.

Vhf.

Engine is a 1800 BMC just after a full service.

These boats are renowned for their stability & build quality