Folksong 26 Yacht Removal in Portland (Dorset)
Every boat that passes through our yard has a story, but some carry a little more history than others. That was certainly the case when the Boatbreakers team traveled down to Portland in Dorset to collect an abandoned Folksong 26 yacht.
The boat had been sitting untouched on the hard standing for a considerable time, leaving the yard operators with no choice but to step in and arrange for her disposal. To help offset the costs paid to us for the collection and recycling, the yard team removed and kept the onboard engine before our arrived. A practical move that helped keep their final bill down.
Once we loaded the Folksong 26 onto our truck and posted a few photos on our social media channels, our comment section lit up. Several former owners and local sailors recognised her instantly. Sharing stories about her rich sailing history and past adventures. Built on the renowned Folkboat lineage, this particular 26-footer clearly had real pedigree and plenty of miles under her keel back in her heyday.
While it is always bittersweet to witness a vessel with such a proud history reach the end of the line. Leaving abandoned boats to rot in yards benefits no one. Bringing her back to our specialised processing facility ensured that her hull was broken down responsibly, with all metals and recyclable materials properly sorted.
Whether you run a commercial yard on the Dorset coast needing to clear space or own a project boat that has reached the end of its journey. Boatbreakers offers fast, professional removal services across the UK. Contact our team today for a hassle-free quote.
