Welcome to the Breaking Boats Blog

Every scrap boat has a story, even when it reaches the end of the line. Welcome to the official blog of Boatbreakers, where we document the final voyages of the vessels (and their backstories) when they come through our Boat Scrapyard.

This blog offers a behind-the-scenes look at the reality of boat disposal and marine recycling in the UK. From recovering abandoned projects rotting in garden driveways to dealing with insurance write-offs and storm-damaged yachts, we tackle the jobs that keep our waterways and properties clear.

We also highlight the logistics of complex recoveries and the importance of environmental responsibility. We also showcase the “diamonds in the rough” the salvaged engines, masts, and vintage hardware that we rescue and recirculate to keep other boats afloat. Dive in to see our latest projects, unique finds, and the honest side of the marine industry.

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  • Hallberg-Rassy 42 Rescue: Salvage Video

    Hallberg-Rassy 42 Rescue It’s the phone call no sailor ever wants to make, and no boat owner ever wants to receive. Recently, the Boatbreakers Video team was called to action after a devastating report from Portsmouth Harbour. A much-loved Hallberg-Rassy 42, a 15-tonne Swedish-built legend known for its blue-water pedigree, [...]

    Posted: 19 December 2025

  • Annual Use? The Algae Says Otherwise

    It's a familiar promise echoed across marinas worldwide: "This year, we’ll really use her." We envision clear wakes and the thrill of the open water, dismissing the notion that our treasured vessel could ever become a permanent fixture in the marina.

    Posted: 12 December 2025

  • Hurley Project Boat Scrapped from Dell Quay

    The call came in, familiar in its regret: another cheap project that never quite got off the ground. This time, it was a small Hurley yacht tucked away in Dell Quay, near Chichester.

    Posted: 10 December 2025

  • Swap Mooring Fees for Margaritas: Scrap Your Boat and Fund Your Next Holiday

    Scrap Your Boat and Fund Your Next Holiday We get it. You love the idea of boating, the freedom of the open water, and the romance of owning a vessel. But somewhere along the line, that dream boat turned into a financial anchor, constantly dragging on your wallet. If your [...]

    Posted: 1 December 2025

  • Keel-less Jaguar 27 Yacht Recovery from Wales

    The Boatbreakers team headed across the border to Penarth Marina in Wales for the collection of a Jaguar 27 yacht.

    Posted: 27 November 2025

  • Clearing the Clutter: Boatbreakers Buys a Job Lot to Help a Boat Owner Move On!

    We recently received a call from a boat owner who was facing a common dilemma. A storage unit packed with marine gear he no longer needed.

    Posted: 25 November 2025

  • Total Loss Recovery: Stripping the Damaged Jeanneau Arcadia 30 in Chichester

    The Boatbreakers team was dispatched to Dell Quay in Chichester to handle the recovery of an insurance write-off: a Jeanneau Arcadia yacht.

    Posted: 24 November 2025

  • Why Scrapping Your Boat is Cheaper Than Fixing It

    If you're reading this, chances are you're lying awake thinking about storage fees, endless repair lists, and that boat project that's gone completely sideways.

    Posted: 24 November 2025

  • Choosing the Responsible Boat Scrapping Service

    The end of a beloved vessel’s life is never an easy moment. Whether your boat has been an unfinished project, a victim of storm damage, or has simply reached the end of its useful lifespan, the question remains: How do I dispose of it responsibly?

    Posted: 23 November 2025

  • Salvaging a Long-Submerged Hamble Wreck

    The call came in from a bustling yard on the Hamble River regarding a challenging recovery. A motorboat that had succumbed to the river and sunk on its pontoon mooring.

    Posted: 22 November 2025

  • Wooden GP14 Cut Up for House Clearance

    The Boatbreakers team journeyed to a quiet countryside garden near Wolverhampton for a sensitive clearance job.

    Posted: 21 November 2025

  • Fire Damaged Fairline Sunfury 26 Boat in Cambridge

    The call came in for a challenging recovery: a fire-damaged Fairline Sunfury 26, completely gutted and marooned on a slipway in rural Cambridgeshire.

    Posted: 20 November 2025

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