ELEPHANT BOATYARD LIMITED

The Elephant Boatyard in Southampton is a family-run business with a deep passion for building beautiful boats. With decades of experience, they have built over 65 custom yachts and restored countless others, showcasing their expertise and solid reputation in the industry. Situated on the historic site where HMS Elephant was built, this boatyard has been in operation since the 1950s and is owned by the Richardson family.

The Elephant Boatyard stands out for its unique combination of boatbuilding expertise and a genuine understanding of sailors' needs. Their dedicated team of shipwrights, engineers, and yard operatives has extensive knowledge and experience working with a variety of boats. As a family business, the yard exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere, providing a high level of service to all customers.

Tom Richardson, a lifelong sailor and racing enthusiast, oversees many of the boatyard's projects, leveraging his deep understanding of yachts at sea. Matt, another experienced boatbuilder, has participated in international offshore races and shares Tom's passion for racing. Beth, with her background in working for acclaimed chef Jamie Oliver, brings her love for sailing and water to the yard.

At the Elephant Boatyard, expect old-school charm blended with excellent execution. With their expertise, attention to detail, and unique atmosphere, this boatyard is truly one of a kind