Holman 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Hull type

Monohull · full

Rig

Masthead Sloop

LOA

26.17' · 7.98 m

Displ.

6,339 lbs · 2,875 kg

First year

1960

The Holman 26 is a quintessential example of midcentury British naval architecture, designed by the legendary Kim Holman during the early 1960s. Emerging from an era where the English East Coast was a hotbed for rugged, seaworthy cruiserracers, the Holman 26 represents a refined evolution of the famous Stella class. While the Stella was known for its racing prowess, the Holman 26 was conceived with a greater emphasis on cruising comfort, featuring a beamier hull and increased headroom that made it more suitable for extended coastal passages. Primarily constructed of carvelplanked mahogany or teak on oak frames, these vessels were often built by prestigious yards such as Whisstock’s or Uphams. The design’s enduring appeal lies in its balanced proportions, characterized by a graceful sheerline, a traditional long keel, and a transomhung rudder, all of which reflect the design philosophy of Kim Holman that prioritized seaworthiness and aesthetic elegance in equal measure.