GARELOCH ONE
The Gareloch One Design Class Association commissioned a bronze cast half-model of a Gareloch One Design Yacht created with renowned boat builder and model maker David Spy.
THE ARTWORK
Cast in marine‑grade aluminium bronze, the half‑model was produced by Drysdale Brothers Foundry, installed by Charles Darnley Associates of Helensburgh, and unveiled in December 2021. Half‑models are a long‑standing tradition in British boatbuilding, used for centuries to show customers the intended form of a new vessel.
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LOCAL TIES
The class has long been part of local life, Close links with the Royal Northern & Clyde Yacht Club and Helensburgh Sailing Club have introduced generations of young sailors to the sport, including future Olympic medallist Luke Patience.
THE HISTORY
Built in 1924, the Gareloch One Design yachts have long been a defining part of upper‑Clyde sailing. Intended as an affordable alternative to the large yachts of the period, they were constructed by apprentices at McGruer’s yard and have proved exceptionally durable — the entire original fleet remains in active racing, a rare achievement in classic yacht design.
