JOHN THORNYCROFT SHIPYARD
AMAZONE\ Former Names: Welsh Passion, My Evangeline, Welsh Liberty
Amazone is a classic 39.62‑metre motor yacht, comparable in pedigree to the renowned Blue Bird. Originally built by J. I. Thornycroft & Co. Ltd. in 1936, she was recently recovered from the Seine and transferred to Pendennis Shipyard, where initial restoration work is underway. Preliminary design studies outline her accommodation potential and interior direction, while technical planning for a full restoration—estimated at 30 months—is well advanced. The project is offered POA.
Key Specifications
- Builder: J. I. Thornycroft & Co. Ltd
- Year: 1936
- Length Overall: 127.6 ft / 38.9 m
- Length Waterline: 117.8 ft / 35.9 m
- Beam: 21.1 ft / 6.4 m
- Draft: 9.25 ft / 2.8 m
Amazone features a steel hull, steel superstructure, and teak decks. Powered by twin Cummins diesel engines, she reaches a top speed of 12 knots and offers a range of up to 4,000 nm at cruising speed. Her interior layout accommodates up to 12 guests across six staterooms, supported by a crew of eight. With a gross tonnage of 230 GT and naval architecture by John I. Thornycroft & Sons, she represents a rare opportunity to restore a historically significant yacht to modern standards.
