The Shadow 26 represents an attractive opportunity for anyone looking for a capable and well-equipped cruiser on the Norfolk Broads.

Key Features

  • Bow thruster
  • Less than 500 hours on the engine
  • Fresh antifoul and hull polish April 2026
  • Full engine service April 2026
  • New canopy January 2026
  • Diesel heating system
  • Inverter
  • Shore power
  • January 2026 installed twin opening sun roofs by shadow craft

About this Boat

Powered by a 43hp Beta diesel engine, driving through a shaft, she offers a reliable and practical set up for cruising the Norfolk Broads. The engine was serviced in April 2026, while further works include a new canopy fitted in January 2026, along with a fresh antifoul and a hull polish in April 2026.

The addition of a bow thruster is a valuable feature on a cruiser this size, making manoeuvring considerably easier, particularly when entering and leaving moorings.

The current owner acquired her from the original owner who purchased her new and with less than 500 hours showing on the engine, she represents an opportunity to acquire a well-established Shadow 26 with plenty of cruising ahead of her.

The interior has been arranged with comfortable cruising and practicality in mind, providing the facilities required for weekends away and longer periods afloat. Heating is provided by a diesel heating system, extending the usability of the boat throughout the year.

The galley is equipped for preparing meals comfortably while afloat and features:

Grill and oven
Two-burner hob
Sink with hot and cold running water
Fridge
Practical storage and preparation space
The separate bathroom compartment incorporates a shower and toilet connected to a holding tank.

The boat benefits from a useful combination of domestic and cruising systems, including:

Shore power
Inverter
12V sockets
240V sockets
With her boat safety certificate valid through July 2027 and 2026/2027 Norfolk Borads River Licence in place, this Shadow 26 is well set up for her next chapter on the water.

Waterside Marine Sales LLP normally act as Broker for the Vendor who unless otherwise stated, is not selling in the course of business. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, the correctness is not guaranteed and they are intended as a guide only and do not constitute part of any contract.

A prospective buyer is strongly advised to check these particulars and to have at his/her own expense a survey carried out by a qualified surveyor to check the condition and description of the boat thoroughly prior to completing the purchase.

Deposits paid prior to the survey taking place, are non-refundable, except for when the surveyor discovers a severe material defect.

Waterside Marine Sales LLP cannot be held responsible for any fault that is found with a boat after it has been purchased.

A buyer may have redress to his or her surveyor, if the fault that is found was missed when the survey was carried out.

Information

Name Shadow 26 - Julie Marie
Manufacturer Shadow Boats/ Swancraft
Model Shadow 26
Year Built 2001
Engine Beta 43hp
Construction GRP
Drive Shaft
Fuel Type Diesel
Berths 4
Length 26
Beam 9ft 8"
Air Draft 8ft 4"
Draft 2ft 6"

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