| SPECIFICATIONS | |||
| Year | 1930 | Beam | 5.85m |
| Designer | Charles Nicholson | Draft | 5m |
| Builder | Camper & Nicholson | Displacement | 180 Tons |
| Type | J Class | Accommodation | Sleeps 8 Guests |
| Construction | Teak on Steel | ||
| Length | 36.58 m |
History
Shamrock V was built in 1930 for Sir Thomas Lipton’s fifth and last America’s Cup challenge. Designed by Charles Nicholson, she was the first British yacht to be built to the new J Class rule and is the only remaining J to be built in wood. After her launch she was continually upgraded with changes to hull shape and rudder. The rig was also modified to create the most effective racing sail plan.
Sir T.O.M. Sopwith had considerable knowledge of yacht racing and purchased Shamrock V in 1932 to gain experience in J Class racing. He challenged in 1933 and using his experience from Shamrock V went onto build “Endeavour” Shamrock V was then sold to Sir Richard Fairey who again was a keen yachtsman. He campaigned her in the company the two new steel J’s, Velsheda and Endeavour.
