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Welcome to Crinan Classic Charters, home of the stunning 1910 classic yacht 'The Truant', as featured on BBC2's '3 Men go to Scotland'

For a memorable trip to Scotland's West Coast and to experience Some of the most beautiful cruising ground in the world why not charter a 100 year old crewed classic sailing yacht.

This boat is very beautiful and one of the only of her type left in the world. Built in 1910 in Scotland by undoubtedly the most famous yacht designer to have lived "William Fife III", TRUANT is an 8 meter gaff race yacht.

Winning over 200 races in her time, Truant was one of the most successful boats in her class, including winning the 1912 European championships against an Olympic fleet.

She now has a more relaxed life and has recently been restored back to her former glory.

Charters can be tailor made to suit your preferences with personalised itineraries, lobsters lunches on board or at a deserted beach or a stop at a local pub. Day trips/ half day trips leave and return from Crinan or we can sail further afield with planned overnighting at other hotels. The boat is limited to a maximum of 4 guests.

Latest News:- "3 Men go to Scotland" featuring The Truant on BBC2 TV, 27th December 2010

Summer 2010, the celebrity 3 Men in a Boat team of Griff Rhys Jones, Dara O'Brien & Rory McGrath joined Ross & Mike to race The Truant in West Highland Yachting Week. A lively sail saw them finishing a very respectable 2nd place in class 7 on the first passage race from Craobh Haven to Oban. Don't miss the programme on 27th December on BBC2 television. Click here to view the programme on the BBC iPlayer (next 10 days).
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For more information or to book your charter contact:
Ross Ryan, Westering, Crinan, Argyll, PA31 8SW, Scotland, UK. Tel: (+44)(0)7766 277818 or (+44)(0)1546 830261
Email: truant@crinanclassiccharters.com