Deep draft performance with shallow draft freedom

Stephen Jones was commissioned to embody the established features of the Southerly within a hull to fit a 10m mooring whilst providing good live aboard facilities and excellent sailing performance.

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The result sets very high standards which will appeal to many; comfortable cockpit with good storage, wide side decks for safe footing, easy to handle rig with self tacking jib, light and airy interior with accommodation to sleep up to six people.

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Under sail, the Southerly 32 is fast and exhilarating -and a real pleasure to helm. The modern hull shape with plumb stem and long waterline length provides impressive sailing performance whilst the broad transom, twin rudders and Whitlock direct rod steering gives instantly responsive helming and exceptional directional stability - making the yacht easy to control.

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Single line mainsail reefing and a Furlex on the self tacking jib makes sail handling easy – ideal for family or short handed sailing. The furling self tacking jib means you can tack spontaneously, allowing you to sail in conditions that a conventional sail plan may not allow, such as in a harbour or congested sailing area.

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Deep draft performance with shallow draft freedom

The unique Swing Keel provides deep draft performance 6’11’’ (deeper than most yachts), whilst at the ‘touch of a button’ the keel can be raised to just 2’4’‘ for shallow draft freedom, allowing you to sail in coastal areas and inland waters.

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Inside ...

The instant feeling of space inside the Southerly 32, is quite incredible. The raised coachroof extends forward to the mast area, providing good head height throughout whilst generous open plan seating provides a very sociable and spacious saloon. The keel trunk is discreetly hidden within the central table which has fold down leaves to both sides. The seating can convert to single berths for additional sleeping, if required.

The galley is well planned with good views and light, Corian type work surfaces, stainless steel grab rail, twin stainless steel sinks, a refrigerated ice box and a fully gimballed cooker with two burners, grill and oven are standard. The chart table is in the raised position to take advantage of the panoramic views.

The spacious aft cabin has a large double berth and plenty of storage including a vanity unit. A second door provides ensuite facilities to the spacious heads. The forward cabin is a generous size with twin v berths, good head height, and ample storage.