Essex Boatyards based on Wallasea Island, on the River Crouch is organising an online auction.

The industry-first event, which is scheduled for May 1, allows interested parties to register up to six weeks in advance and then bid on the day via a standard web browser.

Users will also be able to purchase Marine Surveys on each of the craft before the event. Essex Boatyards has purchased the surveys in advance and is offering copies to registered bidders at an exclusive rate of just £40 VAT.

Essex Boatyards is a family-owned business with more than 30 years’ experience in boat sales and repairs.