Description

Welcome aboard 'Tudor Crown' - a delightful Eastwood 24 classic GRP (fibreglass) river and coastal motor cruiser built in the UK. These little gems were designed by John Bennett and in production during the 1960s and 1970s. The Eastwood 24 was built using the popular semi-displacement hull originally produced for the Senior 23 by Senior Marine, and later finished and superstructured as the Eastwood 24.
'Tudor Crown' features a displacement hull with a deep skeg and warm wood-trimmed cabin interior.

Dimensions & Hull Specs
Length: 24 ft (7.32 m)
Beam (Width): Approx. 8.5 ft to 9.5 ft (2.68 m – 2.87)
Draft: Approx. 2.6 ft (0.80 m)
Air Draft: Approx. 6.8 ft
Hull Material: Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) Fibreglass

Engine & Performance
Yanmar Diesel 3YM30
Drive Type: Shaft drive
Cruising Speed: Around 4 to 6 knots (displacement speeds)
Fuel Capacity: ~75 to 80 litres (stainless steel or galvanized tanks)

Accommodation & Layout
Berths: 2 to 4 berths (V-berth forward plus a convertible saloon dinette)
Headroom: Around 6 ft (1.83 m) in the main cabin

Galley
Equipped with 2-burner hob & grill
Sink with hot & cold water supply
Small fridge with freezer element

Heads
Separate compartment featuring a chemical toilet or porta-potti
Hand basin with hot and cold water tap

Cockpit
Aft cockpit layout with helm position, co-pilot seat, and stern bench seating under a hard top and part canvas canopy

PLEASE NOTE:
The current mooring does not come with the boat but there are moorings available in nearby marina's in Shepperton and Thames Ditton.

Specifications

Accommodation

With some boats you have to crouch and creep about. But not aboard the Eastwood 24. There's around 6'0" headroom throughout. the entire cabin is fully carpeted and the large windows let in plenty of sunlight. Accommodation in the forward section consists of two single V berths, while in the main cabin the dinette has a folding and lowering table so that another double berth can be made up.
The main cabin also contains the well-equipped galley, with hob with 2 burners & grill which will delight the keen chefs. There is a stainless steel sink with hot and cold water. Working surfaces are Melamine covered and there is ample stowage and cupboard space for food and crockery.

Portside looking forward

Portside looking aft with engine bay

Seating on portside over engine

V-berth in forward section

Toilet compartment with sink

Galley on starboard side with storage

Looking aft

Entrance on starboard side

Construction

The deck and cabin roof were painted in 2025

Cabin roof and decks painted in 2025

Equipment

Outside in the spacious cockpit there is plenty of room for the passengers to move about in comfort. The hood is in good serviceable condition and the hard top provides shade on those hot sunny days. The helmsman has his own individual cushioned seat at the controls which makes the boat easy and pleasant to handle even in crowded waters. A mate's seat is fined on the starboard side.

'Tudor Crown' is perfect for those looking for a comfortable and practical boat, whether for extended cruising, weekend getaways or even as a cosy liveaboard. With no leaky windows she is probably the driest Eastwood on the Thames, keeping the rain out even on the wettest of days. Don't miss this opportunity to own this much loved 'turn key' classic cruiser that's ready for new adventures.

Recent Survey Rapport

Engine(s)

The reliable Yanmar 3YM30 diesel unit has around 500 hours on it from new and pushes the boat along nicely in both river and tidal streams. This engine is a popular 29-horsepower, 3-cylinder, 4-stroke marine diesel engine built for mid-size sailboats and powerboats (32 to 38 feet). Known for it's reliability and a compact footprint, it delivers 21.3 kW at 3200–3600 RPM with freshwater heat-exchanger cooling.

Key Technical Specifications
Cylinders: 3-cylinder, vertical, 4-stroke diesel
Power Output: 29 HP (21.3 kW)
Displacement: ~1.115 L to 1.642 L depending on exact legacy/AE production specs
Cooling System: Closed cooling with heat exchanger
Dry Weight: ~127 kg to 143 kg (without gear)
Aspiration: Natural
Engine description: Original baseline mechanical indirect-injection engine paired with standard gearboxes.
Service Points: Front-mounted oil filter, fuel filter, and raw water pump make routine checks easy in tight spaces.
Cruising RPM: Frequently run between 2200 and 2500 RPM for optimal fuel economy and speed.

Yanmar 3YM30 located under cabin seating

Engine Manuals onbard

Engine Spec

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