Holman & Pye Bowman 36
Basic data
| Category: | Sailboat |
| Year of construction: | 1970 |
| Length: | 1097 cm |
| width: | 345 cm |
| Depth: | 145 cm |
| Material: | Polyester |
| Motorization: | Nanni |
| Berth: |
Den Helder, Netherlands
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Specifications
Holman & Pye Bowman 36 – Classic Sailing Yacht with Ocean Experience
The Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is a classic sailing yacht with a rich history and a design that has proven itself on the open sea. This particular example, built in 1970, was designed by the renowned British design duo Holman & Pye and constructed at the Seaglass yard. The hull is made of polyester and has a round bilge shape, contributing to the seaworthiness and comfortable sailing behavior of the ship. The boat is registered with an International Certificate for Pleasure Craft (ICP).
Dimensions and Construction
With a length of 10.97 meters, a width of 3.45 meters, and a draft of 1.45 meters, the Bowman 36 is suitable for both coastal and sea sailing. The air draft is 12.80 meters, allowing it to pass under most bridges. The interior headroom is 1.90 meters, providing ample freedom of movement inside. The ship has a displacement of approximately 8,800 kg.
Interior and Accommodation
The interior layout is functional and focused on comfort during longer voyages. The boat has four fixed berths and two additional berths, divided over a forepeak with a double bed, a midship cabin with a bunk bed, and a dinette that can be converted into extra sleeping space. The galley is located midship and equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and hot running water. The toilet is manual and discharges directly into open water. Heating is provided by a Dickenson stove, contributing to comfort during colder sailing days.
Technical Equipment and Motorization
The Bowman 36 is equipped with a Nanni 4.38 diesel engine with a power of 38 hp. This inboard engine was installed in 2017 and currently has approximately 590 running hours. The engine starts electrically and consumes an average of 3 liters of diesel per hour. The fuel tank has a capacity of 240 liters, providing a wide range. The cruising speed is around 9 km/h, with a maximum speed of about 11 km/h.
The electrical installation consists of three batteries with a total capacity of 220 Ah. The power supply is supported by a battery charger, alternator, inverter, shore power connection, and a solar panel. The onboard voltage is 12V and 220V.
Navigation and Safety
In terms of navigation, the ship is equipped with a wide range of equipment, including AIS, autopilot, depth sounder, GPS, chart plotter, compass, log/speedometer, VHF radio, radar, and wind meter. For safety, there are a lifebuoy, life raft, self-draining cockpit, and an electric bilge pump available.
Sail Plan and Rigging
The Bowman 36 is rigged as a ketch with aluminum masts. The sail plan consists of a mainsail, mizzen, jib, genoa, storm jib, cutter jib, gennaker, and drifter. The genoa is equipped with a roller system, and both the mainsail and mizzen can be reefed. A lazy jack system is present for the mainsail. The condition of the sails is described as reasonable. There are several extra sails available, making the ship suitable for various wind conditions.
Exterior Equipment
On deck, the boat is equipped with an electric windlass with chain, a sprayhood, cockpit table, outdoor cushions, pulpit and pushpit, fenders and lines, a swim ladder, and a guardrail. Steering is done outside via a wheel in the double cockpit.
Maintenance and Particulars
The boat was last out of the water for maintenance in 2023, during which the antifouling was renewed. There is no sign of osmosis. A known point of attention is that the halyards of the foresails are currently running heavily due to an issue with the sheaves in the mast; this will be addressed soon. Documentation of a renovation period between 1996 and 2021 is available. During this period, the hull was peeled and provided with an epoxy layer, the keel was rebuilt, and the interior was renewed.
Usage and Sailing Area
The Bowman 36 has been used for pleasure cruising, vacations, and as a houseboat. The ship has sailed on lakes and seas and was used for a sailing trip to Scotland in 2024. The seaworthiness and comfortable sailing behavior make this ship suitable for longer voyages and ocean crossings. The comfort ratio of 40 underscores the stability and sailing comfort of this classic sailing yacht.
Summary
The Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is a characterful sailing yacht with a proven seaworthy design. Thanks to the extensive equipment, recent motorization, and documentation of previous renovations, this ship offers a solid foundation for sailors looking for a classic yacht with ocean experience.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is on Saturday 27 September 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Den Helder (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Holman & Pye |
| Type | Bowman 36 |
| Length | 1097 |
| Width | 345 |
| Depth | 145 |
| Clearance height | 1280 |
| Year of construction | 1970 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 4 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 190 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2023 |
| Hull shape | Roundbilge |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Oven | |
| Warm water | |
| Water tank capacity in liters | 150 |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | Yes |
| Heating | Stove |
| Dinghy | No |
| Life buoy | |
| Life raft | |
| Self-draining cockpit | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Weight (kg) | 8800 |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Electric |
| Sprayhood | |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Cockpit table | |
| Push- and pulpit(s) | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Maximum speed | kilometers per hour | 11 |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Nanni |
| Model engine | 4.38 |
| Power (hp) | 38 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 2017 |
| Engine hours | 590 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Consumption | 3 |
| Tank capacity in liters | 240 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Tachometer | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 3 |
| Total battery capacity | 220 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Inverter | |
| Voltmeter | |
| Shore power | |
| Solar panel | |
| 12V | |
| 220V |
| Number of masts | 2 |
| Mast material | Aluminum |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
| Mizzen | |
| Jib | |
| Gennaker | |
| Genoa | |
| Main sail | |
| Halfwinder | |
| Storm jib | |
| Genoa reefing system |
Holman & Pye Bowman 36 – Classic Sailing Yacht with Ocean Experience
The Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is a classic sailing yacht with a rich history and a design that has proven itself on the open sea. This particular example, built in 1970, was designed by the renowned British design duo Holman & Pye and constructed at the Seaglass yard. The hull is made of polyester and has a round bilge shape, contributing to the seaworthiness and comfortable sailing behavior of the ship. The boat is registered with an International Certificate for Pleasure Craft (ICP).
Dimensions and Construction
With a length of 10.97 meters, a width of 3.45 meters, and a draft of 1.45 meters, the Bowman 36 is suitable for both coastal and sea sailing. The air draft is 12.80 meters, allowing it to pass under most bridges. The interior headroom is 1.90 meters, providing ample freedom of movement inside. The ship has a displacement of approximately 8,800 kg.
Interior and Accommodation
The interior layout is functional and focused on comfort during longer voyages. The boat has four fixed berths and two additional berths, divided over a forepeak with a double bed, a midship cabin with a bunk bed, and a dinette that can be converted into extra sleeping space. The galley is located midship and equipped with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and hot running water. The toilet is manual and discharges directly into open water. Heating is provided by a Dickenson stove, contributing to comfort during colder sailing days.
Technical Equipment and Motorization
The Bowman 36 is equipped with a Nanni 4.38 diesel engine with a power of 38 hp. This inboard engine was installed in 2017 and currently has approximately 590 running hours. The engine starts electrically and consumes an average of 3 liters of diesel per hour. The fuel tank has a capacity of 240 liters, providing a wide range. The cruising speed is around 9 km/h, with a maximum speed of about 11 km/h.
The electrical installation consists of three batteries with a total capacity of 220 Ah. The power supply is supported by a battery charger, alternator, inverter, shore power connection, and a solar panel. The onboard voltage is 12V and 220V.
Navigation and Safety
In terms of navigation, the ship is equipped with a wide range of equipment, including AIS, autopilot, depth sounder, GPS, chart plotter, compass, log/speedometer, VHF radio, radar, and wind meter. For safety, there are a lifebuoy, life raft, self-draining cockpit, and an electric bilge pump available.
Sail Plan and Rigging
The Bowman 36 is rigged as a ketch with aluminum masts. The sail plan consists of a mainsail, mizzen, jib, genoa, storm jib, cutter jib, gennaker, and drifter. The genoa is equipped with a roller system, and both the mainsail and mizzen can be reefed. A lazy jack system is present for the mainsail. The condition of the sails is described as reasonable. There are several extra sails available, making the ship suitable for various wind conditions.
Exterior Equipment
On deck, the boat is equipped with an electric windlass with chain, a sprayhood, cockpit table, outdoor cushions, pulpit and pushpit, fenders and lines, a swim ladder, and a guardrail. Steering is done outside via a wheel in the double cockpit.
Maintenance and Particulars
The boat was last out of the water for maintenance in 2023, during which the antifouling was renewed. There is no sign of osmosis. A known point of attention is that the halyards of the foresails are currently running heavily due to an issue with the sheaves in the mast; this will be addressed soon. Documentation of a renovation period between 1996 and 2021 is available. During this period, the hull was peeled and provided with an epoxy layer, the keel was rebuilt, and the interior was renewed.
Usage and Sailing Area
The Bowman 36 has been used for pleasure cruising, vacations, and as a houseboat. The ship has sailed on lakes and seas and was used for a sailing trip to Scotland in 2024. The seaworthiness and comfortable sailing behavior make this ship suitable for longer voyages and ocean crossings. The comfort ratio of 40 underscores the stability and sailing comfort of this classic sailing yacht.
Summary
The Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is a characterful sailing yacht with a proven seaworthy design. Thanks to the extensive equipment, recent motorization, and documentation of previous renovations, this ship offers a solid foundation for sailors looking for a classic yacht with ocean experience.
VIEWING DAY INFORMATION
- The viewing day of this Holman & Pye Bowman 36 is on Saturday 27 September 2025 van 10:00 until 12:00 in Den Helder (NL).
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- We advise making use of the viewing day.
- The boat is in the water.
- This boat is delivered without a trailer.
- This boat is sold under general auction conditions.
- This concerns a public auction, which means that the purchase cannot be returned based on the legal right of withdrawal.
| Brand | Holman & Pye |
| Type | Bowman 36 |
| Length | 1097 |
| Width | 345 |
| Depth | 145 |
| Clearance height | 1280 |
| Year of construction | 1970 |
| Material | Polyester |
| Number of sleeping places (fixed) | 4 |
| Number of sleeping places (extra) | 2 |
| Standing height indoors | 190 |
| Last antifouling treatment | 2023 |
| Hull shape | Roundbilge |
| Control | Wheel |
| Location control | Outside |
| Rudder | Single |
| Separate dining area | |
| Fridge | |
| Cooker | |
| Curtains | |
| Oven | |
| Warm water | |
| Water tank capacity in liters | 150 |
| Toilet | Manual |
| Does the toilet drain directly into the open water | Yes |
| Heating | Stove |
| Dinghy | No |
| Life buoy | |
| Life raft | |
| Self-draining cockpit | |
| Bilge pump | Electric |
| Is a trailer included? | No |
| Weight (kg) | 8800 |
| Anchor(s) | 1 |
| Anchor attachment | Chain |
| Windlass | Electric |
| Sprayhood | |
| Outdoor cushions | |
| Cockpit table | |
| Push- and pulpit(s) | |
| Fenders and lines | |
| Sea rails | |
| Swimming ladder |
| Number of engines | 1 |
| Is the engine operational | The engine is operational |
| Start typing | Electric |
| Maximum speed | kilometers per hour | 11 |
| Engine type | Inboard |
| Brand motor | Nanni |
| Model engine | 4.38 |
| Power (hp) | 38 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
| Year of construction of the engine | 2017 |
| Engine hours | 590 |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Consumption | 3 |
| Tank capacity in liters | 240 |
| Fuel Tank Gauge | |
| Oil Pressure Gauge | |
| Temperature Gauge | |
| Tachometer | |
| Bow thruster | n/a |
| Number of batteries present | 3 |
| Total battery capacity | 220 |
| Battery charger | |
| Alternator | |
| Inverter | |
| Voltmeter | |
| Shore power | |
| Solar panel | |
| 12V | |
| 220V |
| Number of masts | 2 |
| Mast material | Aluminum |
| State of the sails | Reasonable |
| Mizzen | |
| Jib | |
| Gennaker | |
| Genoa | |
| Main sail | |
| Halfwinder | |
| Storm jib | |
| Genoa reefing system |
