Offering the perfect balance of performance and comfort the Nicholson 345, designed by Ron Holland and built by the legendary Camper & Nicholsons, delivering exceptional upwind performance and handling that inspires confidence in all conditions. Proven in offshore races like the Fastnet 1979. Step below and enjoy remarkable space, over 6′6″ headroom, and thoughtfully designed accommodations that make extended cruising a pleasure. Whether you’re seeking weekend escapes or ambitious passages, the Nicholson 345 offers the strength, style, and sailing pedigree to take you wherever your dreams lead.
Mechanical
Beta 35 - 2014
Last serviced - April 2025
Serviced annually from new
35hp
Shaft drive
3 bladed folding propeller
Hours 717
31 Gallon fuel tank (140 lt)
Range - approx 275nm
Electrical
2 x 12v 110ah Domestic batteries - fitted 2019
1 x 12v Engine start battery
120ah alternator charging
Battery charger - Ctek M300
Invertor
Solar panel
Shorepower plus lead
240v Ring main with 2 sockets
Navigation
Chartplotter - Garmin GPSMap 922 at wheel - Fitted 2021
Autopilot - Raymarine Evo with P70 control, Acu course computer with multiscreen near wheel - 2023
Wind - Raymarine i60
Speed - Raymarine i50
Depth - Raymarine ST60
Multi screen - Raymarine ST60
GPS - Garmin 555 on chart table
DSC/VHF - Icom M411
AIS - send and recieve
Multiscreen - Autohelm
Navtex - not working
Sails, Spars and Rigging
Fractional sloop rig
Alluminium Selden mast and spars - 2018 (Selden Boom 2012)
Keel stepped mast
Standing rigging 2018
Running rigging 2018
Slab reefing main sail with stackpack
Harken MK IV furling system
Spinnaker pole
Rope kicking strap
Lines led aft
Sails
Main - Kemp 2022 fully battened with 3 reefs. Woven Vectron, cross cut and loose footed. CN Insignia
Genoa - Hood 2007
Deck
Wheel steering
Aft Cockpit
GRP deck
Lewmar galvanised Delta anchor - with 60m galvanised chain
Kedge anchor
Electric windlass - Lewmar
Anchor locker
Boarding ladder
Teak cockpit table
1 x Lewmar 16 ST coachroof winch
1 x Harken 40 ST coachroof winch
1 x Lewmar 16 coachroof winch
2 x Harken 46.2 ST primary winches
12 x rope clutches
Interior & Domestic
8 berths in 2 cabins plus saloon
1 x Lavac heads with sink and pull out shower - electric pump to shower tray
Hot and cold pressurised water system with immersion heater
1.9m Headroom
Galley with Oven and 2 ring burner
Fridge - Water cooled
Sink
Safety
4 man liferaft - Last serviced April 2025
Gas system checked - 2023
Manual Bilge pump
Jackstays
MOB Danbuoy
2 x Lifebuoys
Fireblanket in galley
Canvas
Sprayhood
Stackpack and lazy jacks
Dodgers
Miscellaneous
Spade rudder
Last lifted and antifouled - April 2025
Saloon windows replaced 2024
Documentation
Part One registration - Blue Book 1979
Evidence of VAT status - French TVA document 1981
Evidence of 5 years clear title - Ownership documents from 1990
Owners comments
I've had the pleasure of owning this Nicholson 345 since 2011, and I can confidently say it's been an exceptional sailing experience. This yacht truly shines in its sailing qualities, an easy motion through the waves with a stability that's reassuring in heavy weather. This was emphasised when three Nicholson 345s entered the 1979 Fastnet Race. They were all knocked down but came through unscathed. Its performance to windward is particularly impressive, it is a quick yacht allowing me to confidently tackle challenging passages without compromising on control. Whether I'm weekend sailing or cruising on longer passages, the yacht has consistently delivered safe and enjoyable sailing.
I've extensively sailed my Nicholson on the East Coast when it was moored on the River Orwell. I moved the yacht to Portsmouth Harbour in 2015 which has been ideal for exploring the south coast to Cornwall and across to the beautiful coastline of northern France and Brittany. Each voyage has reinforced my admiration for this yacht's capabilities and design. The flexible accommodation of two double cabins and four births in the saloon allows various combinations of crew and family. This Nicholson has proven itself to be a reliable and trustworthy companion and now I’m in my late 70’s I will be sad to see her go.
Measurements
LOA: 10.52 m
Beam: 3.35 m
Displacement: 5200 kg
Fuel Tanks Cap.: 140 L
Fresh Water Tanks Cap.: 180 L