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!

Multihull Sails

UK Sailmakers makes sails for Catamarans and Trimarans of all sizes.

Latest UK Sailmakers News

Colin Fitzpatrick & Andrew Weiss won this year’s Bitter Ender sailing Weiss’ 29’ J/88, ONE TOO MANY. Photo by Cynthia Parthemos.

BITTER ENDER, SWEET VICTORY FOR WEISS AND FITZPATRICK

Two of three podium positions for this double hander were powered by UK Sailmakers. The Bitter Ender Race, co-hosted by Larchmont Yacht Club and the Storm Trysail on Saturday, October 19, was aptly named for most years. Mid-October conditions on…

LESSONS LEARNED ON SHANNON ONE DESIGN

LESSONS LEARNED ON SHANNON ONE DESIGN

Join us for the sixteenth episode of Lessons Learned, UK Sailmakers’ podcast series hosted by Buttons Padin, featuring special guest David Dickson. In this episode, David discusses the history of the Shannon One Design—a unique wooden boat crafted for the…

Cape 31, TAI CHI, at the 2024 Volvo China Coast Regatta. Photo Ⓒ RHKYC / Guy Nowell.

UK SAILMAKERS ON TOP AT 2024 CHINA COAST REGATTA

The Volvo China Coast Regatta 2024, hosted by the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club from October 11–13, delivered three days of exhilarating racing in classic Hong Kong autumn conditions. The 31-boat fleet battled strong monsoon breezes across six divisions, and…

Swan 54 KATIMA at the 2024 Rolex Swan Cup in Porto Cervo, Italy. Photo Ⓒ Max Ranchi.

KATIMA FINISHES 1-1-1 AT ROLEX SWAN CUP 2024

When Jan Opländer purchased his Swan 54, it was originally for cruising the Mediterranean. The yacht’s spacious interior, complete with modern comforts like a washing machine, combined with a sleek deck and hydraulic stern platform, made it the perfect vessel…

ROPE DOCK ATARA leads the fleet at the 1720 Sportsboat Southern Championships this September. Photo Ⓒ Shona Gibson / sg.media.

ANOTHER BIG WIN FOR ROPE DOCK ATARA

Late last month, the 1720 Sportsboat Southern Championships took place at Lough Derg Yacht Club in County Tipperary, bringing together some of the best sailing talent in Ireland. Among the standout competitors was Ross McDonald and the crew of ROPE…

VISIT UK SAILMAKERS AT THE 2024 ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW

VISIT UK SAILMAKERS AT THE 2024 ANNAPOLIS SAILBOAT SHOW

Set sail for the 2024 Annapolis Sailboat Show, a maritime extravaganza unfolding from October 10th to the 14th in Annapolis, Maryland. This premier event draws sailors from around the world, offering an exclusive peek at all the latest in sailing…

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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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