Aeolus

built in 1904 in San Diego, California, USA as a classic yacht for regattas and later charters on the California coast.

laid up in the 1970s in San Francisco Bay, USA for several years.

at the beginning of the 1980s acquired by Eric Ashford, businessman for the import of wood for yacht building, 1982-83 overhaul of the entire hull, renewal of the rigging, rarely used for private sailing trips or regattas.

2003 transfer to Fawley, GBR by Dr. Gray; various renovation work.

2005 taken over by Richard Bendy and relocated to Lallows, Cowes; renewal of hull and deck, installation of a new engine, rarely used.

acquired by Bob Gatehouse in 2007, transported to Poole, GBR, not used under sail.

acquired by Anthony Wheaton in 2008, after a few attempts at sailing he built a more balanced rig, multiple overhauls and annual developments including interior design, use for private sailing trips and successful participation in sailing regattas, mainly in the Solent.

was for sale from around 2022 because the owner wanted to pass the yacht on to younger hands.