Mirror
Mirror Dinghy. Free to a good home
Date posted - 28/08/2026Price: Free Short Description : Hi, I am looking for a new home for 36644 which was one of two mirror dinghies that our father built in the 1970's. It has been stored in a boat loft above our garage… For Sale : Mirror Dinghy. Free to a good home This listing is marked as sold. - click for more details More like this : Mirror for sale - click for all listings of this class County - Somerset
More about the Mirror dinghy
The Mirror, designed by Jack Holt and Barry Bucknell, is one of the most recognisable dinghies ever built, known for its distinctive pram bow and red sails. Originally designed as a home-build kit, it remains a hugely popular choice for beginners, families and sailing clubs.
Sailed by one or two people, the Mirror offers forgiving handling and excellent stability, making it perfect for learning while still supporting competitive racing and club fleets.
Performance & Sailing Experience
With a Portsmouth Yardstick of around 1364, the Mirror balances stability with enjoyable performance. It is widely used for training and racing, offering a safe yet engaging sailing experience across a range of conditions.
Mirror Alternatives
If you're considering alternatives to buying a Mirror dinghy, these similar boats are worth exploring:
- RS Tera – modern junior single-hander (PY ~1445 / 1364)
- Topper – durable and popular youth dinghy (PY ~1369)
- GP14 – larger double-hander with strong racing fleet (PY ~1112)
- Wayfarer – stable cruising and training dinghy (PY ~1102)
External: UK Mirror Class Association
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