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UK Sailmakers Ireland
Locally owned and operated — backed by the design tools, technology, and service network of the worldwide UK Sailmakers group.
CONTACT
Loft
UK Sailmakers Ireland
Crosshaven, Co. Cork, Ireland
Local website
uksailmakers.ie ↗We’ll reach out as soon as possible — call or email to arrange a visit.
ABOUT THIS LOFT
From McWilliam Sailmakers to the hub of the Irish Sea.
UK Sailmakers Ireland was originally founded as McWilliam Sailmakers with a clear mission: to bring the latest sailmaking technology to Irish sailors. Under the leadership of Barry Hayes and Claire Morgan since 2017, that mission remains as vital as ever.
The Crosshaven loft designs and builds sails tailored to your sailing environment, class, and budget — and as shareholders of UK Sailmakers International, gives local sailors direct access to world-class design tools and materials.
The loft now anchors a regional network across the British Isles — including UK Sailmakers GBR South West in Falmouth — giving sailors on both sides of the Irish Sea on-the-ground support and repair capability.
THE TEAM
The people who build your sails.
Barry Hayes
Director
Claire Morgan
Director
Andrew "Hammy" Baker
Northern Ireland team
WHAT THIS LOFT DOES
Sails, service, and support — local to your waters.
New sails
Cruising, racing, and one design sails custom designed for your boat with the group's shared design tools — from Dacron to Titanium membranes.
Repairs, recuts & service
Inspections, repairs, recuts, and conversions on any brand of sail — plus furling systems, hardware, and accessories.
Advice from sailmakers who sail
Rig tuning and trim guidance for your boat and your local conditions. Some lofts also offer on-the-water coaching and sail trials — ask yours what they provide.
Get a quote from this loft.
Your quote goes straight to Ireland, not a call center. We’ll reach out to you as soon as possible.