Wheelhouse.
Thistle has been fitted with
all the most modern Navaids: radar, Decca, depth sounder, etc, to ensure
the safety of the ship. VHF radio is fitted and a mobile telephone is
available if required. |
Engine Room.
Thistle traded under sail until
1946 when her first engine was fitted. That was replaced in 1988 by a
180 bhp Gardner diesel, providing the reliability and power necessary
for modern chartering. |
Power supply.
Thistle's generator provides
a stable 8kW power supply of 240 volts, 50 cycles. The remote location
and insulation of her engine room minimises noise which is especially
important during static charter. |
Sails.
Modern materials have replaced
the old flax sails and hemp ropes. The 3,500 sq ft of sails are light,
strong and easy to handle, while the traditional spritsail sail plan remains
unaltered. |
Cockpit.
Thistle's unique cockpit provides
an area where guests can sit out of the weather, and out of the way of
the sails, whether the barge is sailing or under engine.
|
Dimensions.
The saloon is approximately
36' x 18' providing ample space for a variety of functions including exhibitions,
receptions, product launches, and dinner parties for up to thirty people.
|
Forward accomodation.
Two cabins, each with a double
bunk, are serviced by a forward lavatory and shower. |
Aft accomodation.
Four two-bunk cabins are placed
around the cockpit each with an opening skylight. They are served by two
lavatories with handbasins, one of which has a shower.
|
Saloon.
Panelled with English cherry
and old pitch-pine the saloon has an especially light and airy feel. The
open fire at one end not only provides a delightful period feature but
also powers the vessel's central heating system. |
Galley.
The large open plan galley boasts
all the facilities necessary for cooking gourmet meals, including a gas
fired AGA that also provides hot water, a large micro-wave oven, gas hob
and gas fridge. The large central work-top doubles as a bar and buffet
for large parties. |
Sailing Barge - THISTLE
