Seaking Boat Builders – A Legacy of Craftsmanship and Innovation

Seaking Boat Builders was founded in 1958 by Reg Patten in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex. From its earliest days, the company specialised in crafting smaller, bespoke vessels, each designed and built to meet the specific desires of individual clients. The company’s reputation quickly grew for its dedication to quality, precision, and the ability to blend traditional craftsmanship with innovative design.

Under Reg’s leadership, Seaking became known for its commitment to creating hand-built boats with meticulous attention to detail. These vessels were celebrated not only for their performance but also for their timeless appeal, crafted using the finest materials and embodying the ethos of bespoke boatbuilding.

In the 1990s, Reg passed the business on to his son, Keith Patten, and his wife, Marian Patten. The transition was seamless, as Keith and Marian shared Reg’s passion for boatbuilding and carried forward his vision. Under their leadership, Seaking maintained its reputation for exceptional craftsmanship while continuing to push the boundaries of design, creating boats that were as functional as they were beautiful.

In the early 2000s, the Patten family made the decision to sell Seaking Boat Builders to a new owner who has led the business to what it is today.

Seaking today is far from a continuation of what has been. It is an evolution—an evolution that melds the finest aspects of classic boatbuilding with forward-thinking innovation and technology.

Each vessel is meticulously crafted in a workshop designed to inspire creativity and precision. The selection of materials is deliberate, with every texture and finish chosen to evoke emotion and enhance the tactile experience. This commitment to excellence ensures that every Seaking vessel is not just a boat but a masterpiece, embodying the spirit of its creator.

Future: A Vision of Mastery

Seakings future is in our very name.

The king of the sea. The very finest. a creation apart. A work of art.