Fishing Boats For Sale London

As established boat traders and brokers in the UK, we stock a wide range of used and second-hand fishing boats, including practical day boats, RIBs, and cabin cruisers designed for extended trips. Our knowledgeable sales team provides a fully supported purchasing journey, helping you choose the right boat to match your fishing lifestyle and requirements.

When you buy through Bates Wharf, you also benefit from ongoing after-sales support services. These include boat mooring, maintenance, cleaning, winterisation, and boat part replacements, keeping your vessel in excellent condition all year round. So explore our range above, or find out more about the premium brands we partner with below.

Our Angling Boats For Sale Near London

Beneteau Fishing Boats

Our Beneteau Antares fishing boats stand out as flagship models within our range. These premium angling vessels are purpose-built for those who take sea fishing seriously, combining exceptional offshore capability with outstanding onboard comfort and style. Featuring Beneteau’s signature sleek, sporty design, they deliver a refined experience with all the amenities needed for comfortable, high-end angling trips. They are ideal for anglers who expect both strong performance and a touch of luxury from their boat.

The fishing editions of the renowned Antares 7 and 8 replace the standard aft bench with a dedicated angling station, complete with professional-grade rod holders and an integrated cutting board. A spacious cockpit allows for easy movement while fishing, and three under-deck storage compartments provide generous space for equipment, with one convertible into a fish box. These models also include a livewell with water circulation, designed to keep bait or catch fresh throughout your trip.

Altogether, these features make the Antares Fishing models an excellent choice for offshore angling, offering a well-balanced combination of performance, practicality, and onboard comfort that appeals to both experienced anglers and professionals.

IRON Boats

Iron Boats are a popular choice for fishing, well suited to both inshore and offshore angling. Their soft-riding, sea-kind hull design is paired with tough, practical features, making them ideal for UK coastal conditions. The deep-V hull cuts cleanly through short chop and wind-driven waves, delivering a smoother ride than flatter hull designs, along with more predictable handling when trolling, drifting, or casting. Excellent stability and straight tracking inspire confidence, particularly when playing fish or managing multiple rods.

One of the standout features of Iron Boats is their fixed, all-round fender system. This helps protect the hull when coming alongside harbour walls or other vessels, while also reducing the risk of gelcoat damage from fishing gear such as nets, leads, or lures at the gunwale.

Open, walk-around layouts combined with wide side decks and uncluttered cockpits allow for easy movement from bow to stern. Overall, their robust construction and coastal-ready design make them a highly durable option for regular saltwater fishing and frequent trailering.

BRIG RIB Boats

BRIG rigid inflatable boats are another standout option in our range. Their inflatable Hypalon tubes provide exceptional buoyancy, keeping the vessel stable both underway and at rest. This added stability is especially valuable when anglers are moving around the boat while casting or playing fish.

These durable tubes, combined with a reinforced hull, give BRIG RIBs a robust, military-grade construction. As a result, they are well suited to serious offshore angling and perform reliably even in challenging sea conditions. The deep-V fibreglass hull cuts efficiently through chop, offering superior handling compared to flatter-bottomed designs.

Open deck layouts and a low profile create an excellent platform for 360° fishing. Thoughtfully designed bows maximise usable space for casting and netting, while also allowing for easy customisation with features such as rod holders and bait tanks. Self-draining decks and integrated anchor lockers further enhance their practicality, making them a dependable choice for regular saltwater use.

Bayliner Boats

While primarily designed as affordable runabouts or entry-level boats, the Bayliner Element and V-Series deck boats also work well as casual family fishing boats. The Element’s distinctive M-Hull provides excellent stability at rest and is easy to handle, making it a comfortable choice for light inshore angling. Their lightweight design also makes them simple to tow, launch, and store, ideal for short and frequent trips on the water.

However, these models do not feature the deeper V-hull found on more fishing-focused boats such as the Beneteau and BRIG ranges. As a result, they are less suited to serious offshore angling, where rougher, open-water conditions demand greater wave-cutting ability and stability. The deck layout also prioritises seating over open fishing space, meaning they lack the more spacious, centre-console-style layouts offered by more dedicated angling models.

Used & Second Hand Fishing Boats For Sale Near London

At Bates Wharf, we are leading UK dealers and brokers of used and second-hand fishing boats, offering a fully supported brokerage service for buyers. We guide you through every stage of the purchasing process, including setting a fair and accurate price for each vessel. Drawing on our extensive experience in boat sales, we assess each boat based on its model, age, condition, and overall performance, ensuring you secure a high-quality vessel at excellent value.

We also manage the entire handover process between buyer and seller, delivering a smooth and hassle-free experience from start to finish. All legal documentation is handled professionally, and every vessel is carefully inspected and vetted for both mechanical faults and cosmetic condition before completion.

Where appropriate, we can arrange on-water demonstrations to confirm the boat performs as expected. This comprehensive approach gives buyers added peace of mind, making it easier to invest in a pre-owned fishing boat with complete confidence.

Why Choose Bates Wharf?

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When you purchase through Bates Wharf, you’re choosing a company with over 100 years of experience in the British marine industry. As leading UK boat brokers and dealers, we have helped countless angling enthusiasts find their ideal vessel. Here’s why you should buy through Bates Wharf:

✔ First-Class Customer Service: At Bates Wharf, we share your passion for life on the water. Our knowledgeable team is always on hand to provide expert guidance, offering a fully supported purchasing journey for both new and used boats. This includes assistance with finance, part exchange, warranties, mooring, and more.

✔ Trusted British Marine Members: As long-standing members of the British Marine industry, we bring decades of expertise to every purchase. We help match you with the right boat for your needs, taking into account your intended use, experience level, and budget.

✔ Comprehensive Boating Services: We offer far more than boat sales. Our full range of services ensures you are fully equipped for ownership, including mooring, winterisation, maintenance support, handling advice, and servicing at our dedicated boat service centre in Chertsey.

✔ Four Prime UK Locations: With our headquarters at Chertsey Marina in Surrey, alongside offices in Southampton, Poole, and Eastbourne, you can easily view a wide range of models in person. We also offer on-water demonstrations and guided walk-throughs on selected boats, giving you complete confidence before you buy. Contact us today to arrange a viewing.

Choosing Bates Wharf means more than simply buying a boat, you gain a trusted partner to support you throughout your boating journey.

For expert advice and access to some of the finest angling boats for sale in the UK, explore our range online and get in touch with the Bates Wharf team today.