Nicholson 26 Sailboats for Sale & Market Overview

Camper & Nicholson·1968·~64 hulls·Burnes Shipyard
Nicholson 26 drawingBuilder drawing
Hull type
Monohull · full
Rig
Masthead Sloop
LOA
26.58' · 8.1 m
Displ.
10,280 lbs · 4,663 kg
First year
1968

The Nicholson 26, introduced in 1966, represents a significant chapter in the evolution of British fiberglass yacht construction. Designed by Peter and Raymond Nicholson of the legendary Camper & Nicholsons firm, this vessel was conceived as a robust, longkeeled cruiser that could provide offshore security within a compact, 26foot frame. Built during an era when fiberglass layups were conservatively thick, the "Nic 26" earned a reputation as a "little ship," capable of handling coastal passages and crosschannel voyages that would deter many contemporary lightdisplacement boats of similar length. The model followed the success of the larger Nicholson 32 and served as a more accessible entry point into the prestigious Camper & Nicholsons lineage, which is extensively detailed in the company's historical archives at Camper & Nicholsons.

Market snapshot

Median asking · 12 mo
$ 5,723
Ask, not sold · 2 listings
Recent listings · 90 d
1
2 tracked · 12 mo
3-month price trend
-52.9%
vs. 12-mo median
Countries with listings
1
United Kingdom (100.0%)

Recent Listings

2 for sale · sampled 10 newest

Where they're listed

Nicholson 26 listings span 1 country. United Kingdom leads with 2 listings

Median ask by country
USD · past 12 months
Share of listings
Count · past 12 months

Country breakdown

2 listings · 1 country
CountryMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 dShare
United Kingdom$ 5,72321100.0%

Comparable models

Similar length overall, displacement, and era. Click a row to jump to that model's market page.

Peer cross-shop

10 designs · same segment
ModelLOAMedian askListings · 12 moActive · 90 d
Sadler 2625.75'$ 10,0992315
Victoria 2626'$ 23,5602212
Nicholson 3232'$ 17,838229
Contessa 2625.5'$ 10,765176
Hallberg-Rassy 2626.08'$ 18,616147
Nicholson 3636.25'$ 29,000137
Nicholson Nicholson 3535.25'$ 40,327128
Camper & Nicholsons Nicholson 38$ 46,92094
Victoria 2626'$ 26,86266
Nicholson 26You are here$ 5,72321

Frequently asked questions

01How much does a used Nicholson 26 cost?+
The median asking price for a used Nicholson 26 over the past 12 months is $5,723. Prices vary by condition, year, equipment, and location.
02How many Nicholson 26 sailboats are for sale?+
1 Nicholson 26 listing has gone live in the last 90 days, and 2 have been tracked across the past 12 months.
03Are Nicholson 26 prices going up or down?+
The median asking price for the Nicholson 26 has decreased by 52.9% over the last 3 months compared to the 12-month median.
04Where are Nicholson 26 sailboats for sale?+
The top markets for used Nicholson 26 listings over the past 12 months are United Kingdom (100.0%).
05What should I look at instead of a Nicholson 26?+
Comparable models include Sadler 26, Victoria 26, Nicholson 32. See the peer cross-shop table above for pricing and availability.