Here now recent photos of Drifter 31. All in perfect working order, ready to go sailing. Notice the shallow keel. That is for me the key feature.: It's a stable little keel yacht for coastal sailing, yet it only draws 2 ft., with no moving parts underneath. It can be sailed in shallows, and can be launched and beached like a dinghy. It's not a racehorse, but a sturdy, roomy and dry sailing family boat. It's a real pity there is nothing like it being produced any more, so one has to buy these old boats to avail of these benefits.
But then, the low price of a pre-owned fully equipped boat is a bonus.

On a continuing theme of the Crouch,  you may find Bridgemarsh marina is a possibility. They have a sheltered ramp, but I don’t know how close the pontoon is.

Thanks, Nicky.
I was thinking of suggesting Bradwell, but I wasn’t sure about the pontoon - I guess they don’t have one!

Hi Nicky,
North Fambridge might be an option. 

I’ve not launched from the marina, but I have been meaning to check it out as an option.

https://www.yachthavens.com/fambridge-yacht-haven

You should be able to get to the mouth of the Crouch and back on one tide, even though it’s quite far up river.

By the way, can I ask where you launch from on the Blackwater? I’ve been hoping to find some East coast slipways to try.

Nigel, thanks.

Best we wait?

I guess quite a few people (ultimately) will be pleased to find out which anchors fit the BC 21?