Havelock Slipway provides comprehensive boat repair and shipwright services, carried out by qualified tradesmen with broad experience across traditional and modern vessels. From structural repairs to alterations and restoration work, our team combines practical skill, proven methods, and suitable facilities to deliver reliable outcomes.
We approach each vessel with an understanding of its construction, age, and intended use — ensuring repairs are appropriate, durable, and sympathetic to the original design.
Shipwright Services
Structural hull repairs and modifications
Timber replacement, framing, planking, and deck work
Repairs and alterations to superstructures and interiors
Restoration and conservation work on older vessels
Traditional & Modern Vessels
Extensive experience with older wooden hulls, including restoration and repair
Use of traditional tools and techniques where required
Understanding of classic construction methods and materials
Equally experienced with modern motor launches and contemporary construction
Skills, Equipment & Facilities
Qualified shipwrights with international experience
Well-equipped workshops and covered working areas
Ability to support both small repairs and larger, staged projects
Practical problem-solving approach developed over many years in the trade
A Measured, Experienced Approach
We focus on workmanship that lasts — identifying underlying issues, using appropriate materials, and carrying out repairs with care and attention to detail. Owners are kept informed throughout the process, with clear communication around scope and options.
Whether maintaining a classic wooden vessel or carrying out repairs or alterations on a modern launch, your vessel is handled by tradesmen who understand both tradition and contemporary practice.