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The Seaview Cafe, 1933. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Seaview Cafe, 1933

The Americas Cup challenger Endeavour, 1934. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Americas Cup challenger Endeavour, 1934. Endeavour was designed by Charles Nicholson and raced by T.O.M. Sopwith in the Americas Cup

The Americas Cup challenger Endeavour, 1935. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The Americas Cup challenger Endeavour, 1935. Endeavour was designed by Charles Nicholson and raced by T.O.M. Sopwith in the Americas Cup

The cutter Monara under sail, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Monara under sail, 1913

The 60 ft ketch Linth, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 60 ft ketch Linth, 1912. Linth was designed by Frederick Shepherd in 1910

Gurnard, Isle of Wight. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Gurnard, Isle of Wight

The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling with tender, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling with tender, 1921

The 8-metre Ierne sailing with spinnaker, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8-metre Ierne sailing with spinnaker, 1913

A yawl under way, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
A yawl under way, 1913

Cole & Son, W. Road, Gurnard, Isle of Wight, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Cole & Son, W. Road, Gurnard, Isle of Wight, 1931

Snowdrop and Correnzia racing up wind, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class sailing yachts Snowdrop and Correnzia racing up wind, 1911

The 7 Metre yacht Pinaster (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 7 Metre yacht Pinaster (K8) sailing with spinnaker, 1912

The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 9 ton auxilary cutter Grayling, 1921

The 6 Metre class Cynthia setting spinnaker, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 6 Metre class Cynthia setting spinnaker, 1912

Brunhilde on slip ready for launching. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Brunhilde on slip ready for launching. Brunhilde was built by S. E. Saunders on the Isle of Wight for the Duke of Westminster as a successor to the record breaking Ursula

The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 118 foot racing yacht Cariad, 1912. Cariad, named after the Welsh word for Sweetheart was built by Summers & Payne in Southampton for Lord Dunraven in 1896

Rollo (foreground) and Javotto racing under spinnaker, 1911
The 12 Metre class yachts Rollo (foreground) and Javotto racing under spinnaker, 1911. Javotto was designed by Alfred Mylne and built in 1909

Group of 6 Metre boats racing, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of 6 Metre boats racing, 1922

The power boat Maple-Leaf III under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The power boat Maple-Leaf III under way, 1911. The 40 ft Maple-Leaf III was owned by the Canadian banker E, Mackay Edgar. It was powered by a 12-cylinder, V-type Orleans engine of 400 horsepower

The 8 Metre Le Jade (H21) sailing in fine conditions, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 8 Metre Le Jade (H21) sailing in fine conditions, 1912

Group of Cruisers: Ma oona, Bloodhound, Sonya, & Creole. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Group of Cruisers: Ma oona, Bloodhound, Sonya, & Creole

Egyptian motor launch being launched, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Egyptian motor launch being launched, 1911 at S. E. Saunders boatyard

The hydroplane Columbine at anchor. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The hydroplane Columbine at anchor. The Fauber design hydroplane Columbine was built by Sam E. Saunders in 1909

A Run to East Lepe: Ostara, Mariska, Corona & Octavia, 1911. Creator
A Run to East Lepe: the 15-metre Ostara, Mariska, and 19-metre Corona & Octavia run downwind, 1911

Group of V s: Daisy (6), Mary (3), Judy (4), Rosemary (13), Fay (24) racing, 1931

Saunders motor launch in yard, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Saunders motor launch in yard, 1914

Wolseley motor launch, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley motor launch, 1911. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

Start of 6 Metres race, 1925. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Start of 6 Metres race, 1925

Wolseley motor launch. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley motor launch. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

Wolseley motor launch under way, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley motor launch under way, 1913. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

No wind for the 8 Metres race, 1931. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
No wind for the 8 Metres race, 1931. Spinnakers flagging on downwind run

The steam boat Porthos, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam boat Porthos, 1912

The steam yacht Dorothy. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Dorothy

The steam yacht Jeanette, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The steam yacht Jeanette, 1911. Built by John Brown & Co Ltd in 1911, Jeanette was requisitioned by the Admiralty in 1915

Wolseley motor launch under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley motor launch under way, 1914. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

Wolseley motor launch under way, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Wolseley motor launch under way, 1911. The Wolseley Motors company, a British motor vehicle manufacturer founded in early 1901 by Vickers, also built marine power-units for a variety of watercraft

15 Metre Mariska sailing close-hauled, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
15 Metre Mariska sailing close-hauled, 1911. Mariska was designed by William Fife and launched in 1908

The magnificent 15 Metre sailing yacht Jeano, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The magnificent 15 Metre sailing yacht Jeano, 1911. Jeano, originally named Tritonia, was designed by Alfred Mylne and launched in 1910

The cutter Westwind sailing close-hauled, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The cutter Westwind sailing close-hauled, 1912

The gaff rigged yacht Nautilus, 1912. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The gaff rigged yacht Nautilus, 1912

The 44 ton ketch Wayfarer, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 44 ton auxiliary ketch Wayfarer, 1921

The 44 ton auxiliary ketch Wayfarer, 1921. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The 44 ton auxiliary ketch Wayfarer, 1921

The hydroplane Columbine under way. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
The hydroplane Columbine under way. The Fauber design hydroplane Columbine was built by Sam E. Saunders in 1909

Camper and Nicholsons motor yacht launch. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Camper and Nicholsons motor yacht launch

Modwenas motor launch with Modwena in the background, 1911. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Modwenas motor launch with Modwena in the background, 1911. The 135 ft barque sailing ship Modwena was built in 1908 by John Reid in Glasgow

Power boat under way, 1914. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Power boat under way, 1914

Mitcham launch, 1913. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Mitcham launch, 1913

Sea sled Miss England under way, 1922. Creator: Kirk & Sons of Cowes
Claude Grahame-White in his experimental 45-foot power sledge, Miss England, 3 Sept 1922. Miss England was built of wood by the Cowes firm of S.E. Saunders in 1921

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Kirk & Sons of Cowes: Masters of the Sea Step into the world & Sons, a legendary shipbuilding company that has left an indelible mark on maritime history. With their exceptional craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to perfection, they have created some of the most iconic vessels known to man. In 1933, the majestic 205-ton J-class yacht Velsheda gracefully sailed close hauled, showcasing Kirk & Sons' unrivaled expertise in yacht construction. The sight of this magnificent vessel slicing through the waves was nothing short of awe-inspiring. Another masterpiece from their workshop was the steam yacht Boadicea, anchored majestically amidst tranquil waters. Every detail meticulously crafted by Kirk & Sons spoke volumes about their commitment to excellence. The year 1913 witnessed a breathtaking moment as Cremona crashed through a mighty wave. This powerful image captured by Kirk & Sons showcased not only their technical prowess but also their ability to capture raw emotion in every frame. Joyeuse, a steam yacht built in 1914 by Kirk & Sons exuded elegance and sophistication as it glided effortlessly across pristine waters. A testament to timeless beauty and impeccable design. La Toquade, a motor yacht launched in 1939 by Kirk & Sons stood proudly at anchor - its sleek lines and modern features reflecting an era defined by innovation and progress. Kirk & Sons were no strangers to thrilling races either; White Heather and Shamrock raced downwind with sheer determination etched on their sails. These yachts embodied speed, skill, and fierce competition - all brought together under one name: Kirk & Sons. Their legacy extended beyond England's shores when RMS Olympic suffered a devastating collision with HMS Hawke in the Solent in 1911. The hole torn in her hull served as a stark reminder that even great ships could face unexpected challenges at sea.