UK Sailmakers

Founded in 1946, UK Sailmakers is one of the world’s most established groups of sailmakers, with nearly 50 lofts and service centers. Our sails are made with the most advanced design technologies and materials. Owned by local sailors, our lofts retain the personal touch and provide quick, high-quality service along with well-designed, long-lasting sails.

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Cruising Sails

UK Sailmakers makes cruising sails for all boats, destinations and budgets.

Racing Sails

UK Sailmakers builds fast racing sails that last for all boats and race courses.

One Design

UK Sailmakers makes race-winning sails for many One-Design classes used around the world.

Options and Accessories

UK Sailmakers provides all the Accessories and Options you need for
Cruising and Racing!

Latest UK Sailmakers News

SEAWOLF 2 TRIUMPHS AT THE 2023 VOLVO CHINA COAST REGATTA

SEAWOLF 2 TRIUMPHS AT THE 2023 VOLVO CHINA COAST REGATTA

SEAWOLF 2 at the 2023 Volvo China Coast Regatta. Image credit: Guy Nowell The 31st edition of the Volvo China Coast Regatta, held from October 13th to 15th, witnessed a thrilling showdown of racing skill, and it was none other than…

TEAM REBELLA: WOMEN IN SAILING


TEAM REBELLA: WOMEN IN PERFORMANCE SAILING

Team Rebella at the 2023 Masters’ Race Knidos Cup in Türkiye. In the male-dominated world of sailing, a powerful force is making waves and challenging the status quo. Team Rebella, an all-woman sailing team hailing from the stunning shores of…

A FLY ON THE WALL AT THE 2023 MANAGERS MEETING

A FLY ON THE WALL AT THE 2023 UK MANAGERS MEETING


UK Sailmakers Loft Managers and their families enjoy a wrap-up dinner at Larchmont Yacht Club in New York with special guest, Butch Ulmer.  In 2010, I started working with UK Sailmakers on a consulting basis doing advertising, writing newsletter articles,…

6 TIPS FOR WINTER SAIL SERVICE

6 TIPS FOR WINTER SAIL SERVICE

Sailors in the Northern Hemisphere are entering autumn, marking the tail end of their active sailing season. For some, November and December are the time to haul their boats for winter; for most, it means a slowdown from peak sailing…

UK Sailmakers will be at the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat Show running October 12th to the 15th.

VISIT UK SAILMAKERS AT THE 2023 ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW

Set sail for the 2023 Annapolis Sailboat Show, a maritime extravaganza unfolding from October 12th to the 15th in Annapolis, Maryland. This premier event draws sailors from around the world, offering an exclusive peek at all the latest in sailing…

UK Sailmakers’ latest sail design technical brief is featured in the October print edition of Seahorse Magazine.

SPINNAKER DESIGN TECHNICAL BRIEF IN SEAHORSE MAGAZINE

UK Sailmakers is excited to once again feature a sail design technical brief in Seahorse Magazine, known for its coverage of elite sailboat racing and cutting-edge sailing technologies. You can explore it in the October edition of Seahorse Magazine, available…

Careers

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Sales Representative UK Sailmakers Northeast

UK Sailmakers, based in Portchester, NY, is looking for a sales representative to cover the NY-Metro Area. He or she must be able to race on all levels of boats and have selling skills. Interested? Send resumes to Loft General…

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Floor Manager UK Sailmakers Northeast

UK Sailmakers in Portchester, NY, is looking to hire a floor manager to head up a staff of five. Sailmaking and administrative skills are required. Interested? Send resumes to Emmett Dickheiser of UK Sailmakers New York at: emmett@uksailmakers.com

Sewer and Floor Work

Sewer and Floor Work

UK Sailmakers Miami, located in Coconut Grove area, is looking for a candidate who can sew and work on the floor, while working well with others! This opening is for a person who is interested in helping to build and…

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