1971 Bowman 36

Marketing Description The Bowman 36 is a timeless offshore cruiser that blends classic craftsmanship with proven performance. Designed for serious sailors, this well-regarded yacht features a lifting keel that allows sailors to reduce draft for accessing shallow waters, estuaries, or drying harbours, while still benefiting from deeper keel performance when lowered for offshore passages. Her elegant lines and traditional interior layout offer both charm and practicality, with warm wood finishes, six comfortable berths, and ample storage for extended voyages. Built to Lloyds 100+A1 construction standard and known for its durability and dependable sailing characteristics, the Bowman 36 remains a sought-after choice for those looking to enjoy confident bluewater cruising with a touch of vintage style."Burlesque" is offered for sale with new standing rigging in 2019, modern Raymarine navigation equipment and an extensive inventory. Currently lying ashore in Wareham, Dorset.Available for viewings now, please call 01305 818541
Mechanical Mercedes OM36 42hp inboard diesel engineShaft driveThree-bladed bronze propeller with rope cutter42 gallon fuel tank Webasto diesel cabin heating
Electrical 2x 8ah Domestic batteries1x 120ah Engine batteryMerlin Smartgauge advanced battery management system Shore power connection and leadPioneer Bluetooth radio stereo system 
Rigging Sloop rigSpinnaker poleStanding rigging replaced in 2019 Euro spar slab reefing boomKemp rod kicker with reefing winchFracespar extending spinnaker poleHood sea furl roller geona systemStainless steel jackstaysLazyjacks and zip mainsail cover2x Lewmar 40 Genoa winches1x Lewmar S/T mast winch1x Lewmar 16 reefing winchSailsMainsailFurling genoaCruising chute Other sails included No2 Genoa, Full hoist Jib, Light spinnaker, Storm jib, Spare Main (Old & stored ashore) and a Spare Genoa (Old & stored ashore)
Navigation Sestral major compassAutohelm handheld compassMagellan 5000 handheld GPSHandheld VHF radioFuruno GP-31 GPS navigator Vertex Standard VM-3500E VHF radioRaymarine tri dataRaymarine P70S autopilot control display Raymarine Autohelm 4000ST autopilot Raymarine Quantum radar (Stored at owner's house)Raymarine Axiom 9 Chartplotter (Stored at owner's house)Navigation lights
Deck Mooring linesFednersLofrans electric anchor windlass 45lb CQR anchorSelf stowing stainless stem head fitting35lb CQR anchorSprayhoodFull cockpit canopy Dodgers full winter coverBoom cover Cockpit table 
Safety Bilge pumps2x Horshoe lifebuoys DanbuoyFire extinguishersSeago 4-person liferaft (Next service due 14/02/2026)Gas alarm Fire blanket 


Accommodation Forward Cabin V-berth with infill to make a double berth Deck hatchAnchor locker accessHeadsManual sea toilet Vanity sink unit Shower Hot and cold pressurised water system Mirror Storage cupboards Midships Port Cabin Twin single berthsShelving and storage Engine access Saloon/GalleyL-shaped dinette that can convert into an additional double berth Addtional settee/berth to starboard Adjustable saloon tableChart tableForce 10 stainless steel 4-burner gas hob, oven and grillStainless steel sink Firgoboat fridgeStorage cupboards Clock and Barometer
Construction GRP hull and superstructure Lifting keel
Documentation Bill of sale into current ownershipSome previous bills of sale Original Lloyd's registration documentPart 1 Certificate of Registry 







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The Company offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.
Unless otherwise stated on the specification sheet the following presumptions are made- Sail drive and shaft seals are more than 5 years of age- Fuel and gas hoses and regulators are over 5 years old- Standing rigging and sails are more than 10 years old
Please note that as the broker/agent, we cannot guarantee or warrant the serviceability of any safety equipment included within the inventory, including but not limited to the condition, operation, or service dates of such equipment. It is the responsibility of the buyer to thoroughly inspect and assess the condition of all safety equipment prior to purchase.
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