The skilled shipwrights that will be looking after your yacht
Rustler Yachts is renowned for crafting high-quality, go-anywhere yachts. On-site, we have some of the finest craftsmen and boatbuilders in the UK. These highly skilled professionals form the backbone of Falmouth Yacht Services – the refit division of Rustler Yachts.
David Gabriel
Refit Manager
David has sailed since he was nine – racing dinghies and larger yachts in National, European and World championships. He leads Rustler’s refit department and previously managed several large commercial operations. David works closely with customers to oversee every repair and refit, combining his extensive sailing experience with the master craftsmanship of the Rustler team to execute meticulous repairs and upgrades tailored precisely to the needs of each yacht owner.
Barney Pearson
SHIPWRIGHT
Barney has been building boats for over 25 years and joined Rustler Yachts in 2014. He is skilled across all areas and is a perfectionist in his work. Barney has seen and solved most problems over the years and repaired anything from a simple small job to rebuilding badly damaged yachts. A keen sailor, he has raced traditional gaff rigged boats locally but now spends most of his time with family and two dogs.
Steve Cole
SHIPWRIGHT
Steve started his working life as a joiner/cabinet maker working on bespoke projects. In 2003 he joined Rustler Yachts and used his superb skills to build our beautiful yachts. Steve was part of the team building the iconic Rustler 36 and literally knows every inch of one! In his spare time he used to race Formula 2 side cars however now prefers to enjoy time with his family which is less painful if you fall off!
Steve Rowe
Boatbuilder
Steve started his career in boatbuilding in 2000 and in 2007 joined Rustler Yachts, predominantly working as laminator. His knowledge and experience in working with GRP means that he can tackle any repair or finishing job with confidence and to an extremely high standard.
Pete Harrison
Engineering and electrics
Pete has a long history in marine engineering and is qualified across many areas of mechanical and electrical engineering. With vast experience, Pete tackles any challenge to a high standard while providing solutions to complex issues to get you back on the water. Outside work Pete is a keen diver with a particular interest in submarines.
Nestled on the southern shore of the Penryn River, in South West Cornwall, Falmouth Yacht Services has provided comprehensive boatyard services for over 20 years. We have capacity for over 200 yachts on tarmac and concrete hardstanding, and we work on all makes, models, and types of yachts with up to 4m (13ft) draught.
We undertake repairs (whether funded by insurance or not), restorations and upgrades on sailing and motor yachts up to 30 tonnes and have covered facilities for vessels up to 20m/65ft.
Naturally, we are a popular choice among Rustler owners, but around half of the work we undertake is on yachts we haven’t built. In over 20 years, we’ve never encountered a boat we couldn’t work on, from full restorations to anode replacements; we are here for any work you need on your yacht.
Whether your boat is contemporary or a classic, Falmouth Yacht Services has the skills and expertise to repair, modify or adapt her in keeping with the original yacht or to a higher standard.
If you’re looking to make your time on board more enjoyable, easier, or more comfortable, pick up the phone or pop in for a chat, and we can discuss how to achieve this. Our team includes many experienced sailors who’ll discuss and explain the options available to you, ensuring the right kit is fitted and it works reliably.
If you keep your yacht in Falmouth, Mylor, Restronguet Creek, Loe Beach, St Just-in-Roseland, or St Mawes, we can collect your yacht, bring her to Falmouth Yacht Services, and return her afterwards.
Your yacht doesn’t have to be in Falmouth, though. No matter where your yacht is berthed or laid up, we can arrange delivery by road or sea. If you’re looking for a full refit or restoration, even with transport costs, we often offer better value than Solent facilities. Once we’ve finished, you’ll get to enjoy some of the best cruising grounds in the UK, or we can arrange worldwide delivery.
We also have a mobile team that can undertake engine repairs and services, as well as less complex work on your yacht – if she doesn’t need to, or cannot, make it to our Falmouth base.
If you’re looking for somewhere to repair your yacht after an accident, give her the restoration or refit she deserves or just treat yourself and your boat to some upgrades, drop us a line, and we’ll start the ball rolling.
