About SB Victor

Victor, built in 1895 at the Dock End Yard in Ipswich for work in the Linseed Oil trade, is now one of the oldest remaining Thames Sailing Barges still working and continues to make a significant contribution to our maritime heritage.

Following a major re-fit in 2005/2006, Victor is now available for charter providing people with the opportunity to experience at first hand a 19th century sailing vessel that were once a once a familiar part of the landscape of the Thames and East Coast rivers.

Victor is now restored to her traditional 19th century rig for an authentic sailing experience but, for the safety and comfort of passengers, she is sympathetically equipped with all modern safety equipment, quality accommodation, professional galley and contemporary toilets and shower facilities.

Victor is the only Thames Sailing Barge now based at the beautiful town of Mistley in Essex at the head of the River Stour. Charters can be arranged from here and from other historic trading ports including Ipswich Old Customs House, Harwich Halfpenny Pier, Brightlingsea, Maldon, Tower Bridge London, Tilbury, Orford and Aldeburgh.