History of Samphire

Before becoming Samphire, this Sadler 32 sailed as Samingo II. Her earlier and current records are brought together here so inherited work and present-day preparation can be understood clearly.
Timeline
| Period | Recorded history | Evidence/status |
|---|---|---|
| 1986/1987 | Build and launch era recorded in historic specification material. | Historic source |
| 2008-2009 | Engine installation and related updates under previous ownership. | Historic source |
| 2011-2013 | Major restoration chapter. | Samingo Sailing restoration archive |
| 2014 | Historic specification/listing reference. | Historic source |
| 17 November 2024 | Ownership transfer into current Samphire project. | Current project record |
| 26 November 2024 | Insurance/condition/valuation survey. | Survey report 0452 |
| 2025-2026 | Current maintenance and Atlantic preparation. | Current project evidence |
Historic chapter and current chapter
The Samingo II restoration is retained as provenance. The current Samphire chapter records what is now being verified, maintained and prepared for longer passages.
Historic restoration work documented under previous ownership is recorded for provenance and is excluded from Chris-paid current ownership and Atlantic-refit expenditure totals.
Historic Restoration | Provenance & Sources | Atlantic Refit | Costs & Lessons