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Bates Wharf - Working with the best in the business

Sessa Marine Boats at Bates Wharf

Since 1998, Bates Wharf Marine Sales have been appointed the exclusive UK distributor and partner for Sessa Marine of Italy.

One thing that cannot be copied is true style. For over 50 years Sessa Marine has been producing boats of great quality and style. Their styling shows typical Italian flair and passion for design. As one of Italy's largest boat manufactures they have invested to ensure that they use the most modern production techniques and are committed to delivering quality.

We at Bates are proud to be associated with this renowned quality boat builder. Sessa Marine - The Italian Wave of Style.

Sessa Marine boats

Chris Craft Boats at Bates Wharf

Since 1874 Chris Craft has been setting the standards for quality and design. Their passion for building quality boats has made them the most recognisable marine brand in the world. Their dedication to craftsmanship and attention to detail sets them apart from 'The Sea of Sameness' and the fleet of lookalike boats that flood most marinas.

Their brand reflects timeless style and design. They are committed to creating a work of art that produces style and power combined beautifully.

Bates Wharf maintains that a boatbuilder with such a rich heritage has to live up to a higher standard and we believe that Chris Craft certainly achieve this aim. The saying 'Chris Craft the Legend' is not without due cause.

Chris Craft boats

Bayliner Boats at Bates Wharf

Bates Wharf was appointed as London & the South Coast dealer for Bayliner, ever since that time we have gone from strength to strength. Whether you wish to fish, ski or cruise Bayliner offer something for you from a sportsboat to a motoryacht. They are designed with safety and practicality in mind and can be depended on for maximum family fun!

The runabouts are designed to give you more usable space and more standard features at an affordable price, from 17 to 24 feet including walkarounds, bowriders & cuddys for the first time and experienced boaters alike they offer amazing value for money.

The Cruiser line is designed for fun from bow to stern. The elevated position of the exclusive Commander Seating delivers outstanding visibility and comfort, while its full beam design and sleek side windows offers amazing space and natural light.

Add quality components like Sunbrella canvas and Mercruiser engines, it is easy to understand why so many families choose Bayliner.

Bayliner boats

Maxum Boats at Bates Wharf

Maxum boats are built for action, to stand up to the elements, and your unique sense of adventure. Maxum has developed The PROTM System. This system seeks out only the best manufacturing methods and highest quality parts at competitive prices, and then conducts rigorous performance testing.

This process produces extremely dependable, smooth-riding boats at an exceptional value to you.

Maxum are constantly pushing to develop the innovative features and design that helps you push yourself to the limits, with refined hull developments Maxum take every step to ensure you are getting a boat that measures up to your high standards.

When you are looking to do it all, this is your boat. Maxum boats are packed with enough features to keep you busy for hours on end. Innovations like the beam forward design means room for more gear, friends and more action than ever before. Load up the gang and take off on the adventure of your choice.

Maxum boats

Trophy Boats at Bates Wharf

As Trophy Boats are designed for serious offshore use, they are built to withstand the toughest weather and to keep you and your crew safe and dry.

Fish, ski, dive, cruise... This sums up the Trophy range of boats. Traditionally seen as Sports Fishing boats in the USA and worldwide, these are also the most versatile all-round dayboats on the market. With engine options ranging from a 120hp diesel sterndrive to twin 250hp outboards, there is a boat for everyone.

Our Centre Console range has 4 boats from 17' to 25' and power up to 400hp for getting you there and back in quick time. Wide beams give extra stability without sacrificing performance and deep coamings ensure your safety at all times.

Our best-selling Walkaround range runs from 18' to 29' and many boats have the option of diesel power. These boats all have a cuddy cabin, but with wide walkways around the cabin to the bows for easy, safe handling of lines or anchor - always popular with the crew.

Trophy boats

Beneteau Boats at Bates Wharf

Beneteau is a well established name and one of the leading yacht builders from France. All their yachts offer proven technical solutions combined with elegance and comfort.

Bates Wharf Southern has become well known as a leading dealer for Beneteau Yachts. Our sales area covers Dover to Chichester and our main base is Eastbourne with a sub outlet in Brighton. We are in constant contact with Beneteau to ensure customer satisfaction.

It goes without saying that Beneteau boats are designed in the tradition of the spirit of the sea, but most of all they are designed to make sailing easier and more accessible to everyone.

Beneteau offer a very comprehensive range from the First 2.17 to the stunning 57 ft. The First range is a class capable club racer, which has all the comforts down below. If it is added luxury you want, the Oceanis gives you the complete package as standard.

Beneteau boats

PBW at Bates Wharf

Bates Wharf are proud to be associated with Patterson Boatworks, a family run business based in the heart of the Lake District. PBW are an experienced team, specialising in timber and composite boat building, utilising the very best of today's resin and reinforcement technologies, married to traditional timber techniques and materials.

'The very best in contemporary and classic boat construction and design.'

PBW boats