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No limits

Heralding a new generation of Oysters, this 60 foot sailing yacht builds on the many accomplishments of the pioneering 56 and 575. Already our most successful model, she is every inch an Oyster. Displaying our core design values and latest concepts her specification is informed by our larger yachts. From the refined systems that make her simple to sail shorthanded to the exceptional standard of craftsmanship and materials, everything has been considered for complete comfort and confidence at sea. The Oyster 565 has no limits: practical and well-provisioned for long distance sailing with excellent passage making speeds, she is equally happy cruising in coastal waters. Her powerful, easily-manageable sail plan means she is the ideal 60 foot sailboat for circumnavigation – five 565s will join the 2022-23 Oyster World Rally fleet.

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Luxury, comfort and safety

The moment you step aboard it’s obvious that every detail has been carefully considered. Space is maximised for comfort and safety in this 60 foot sailing yacht and she displays all the classic Oyster design cues, offering unexpected volume below deck and generous stowage throughout. Guests can stretch out in the spacious cockpit, while the twin helm stations keep the business end of things separate for safer and easier handling. The flush, clutter-free fore and aft decks offer more space to relax and below, her large volume allows for a spacious interior and impressive owner’s cabin. Beautifully illuminated by light from the wrap-around saloon windows and signature Seascape windows, the saloon is well-connected to the ocean beyond, offering excellent views even from the deep sofas. The living area makes the most of the hull volume with a full navigation station and versatile sea cabin.

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Powerful performance

Given her lineage, it is no surprise the Oyster 565 is a joy to sail shorthanded or with crew. Designed for power, the standard pushbutton in-mast furling with a fractional-rigged sail plan make her easily manageable in all conditions. The twin helm positions offer clear views and control to trim sails, with lines situated in easy reach. And the fixed bowsprit allows for a range of efficient asymmetric sails and the 105% overlapping headsail makes her a breeze to manage shorthanded upwind. Combined with her wide-beamed aft and twin rudders, she is well-balanced and surefooted in lively seas yet light, direct and agile on the helm. All this adds up to excellent performance, an impressive turn of speed and good acceleration out of tacks. Over long distances, this impressive 57 foot sailing yacht will eat up the miles of any passage.

Designed to move you

Like all Oysters, the new Oyster 565 has real soul – you can feel it the moment you step on board. Every design, engineering and handcrafted detail has been carefully considered and executed, creating a beautiful and versatile yacht that is capable of taking any ocean in its stride.

The Oyster 565 is incredibly easy to manoeuvre thanks to her powerful retractable bow and stern thrusters. More agile than your average 60 foot sailboat, you can spin her on her keel and slide into the tightest berths or move laterally onto the dock with ease.

Relaxing in the spacious master cabin aft you might think you are on a far larger yacht. Much of this is down to her wide beam aft and the light from the signature Seascape windows, not to mention the far-reaching views of the world outside. The result is a well-appointed space that is far more luxurious and comfortable than you find on an ordinary 60 foot sailboat for sale.

Oyster 565 offers a sense of space not normally found on a 60 foot sailing yacht for sale. The well-proportioned and well-planned living area offer communal entertaining spaces to share with friends and family or with a focused crew on extended ocean passages. Storage has been considered from every angle; there is a large forward sail locker, ample storage inside and an optional extended transom that offers additional storage in a full-width lazarette aft over the standard transom.

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Handcrafted with pride

No two Oysters are the same. Each of our yachts is designed and handcrafted using time-honoured skills, insights and learnings gained over 50 years from a loyal group of visionaries including owners, staff, sales team and project managers. Working with the finest materials and an obsessive attention to detail, our craftspeople know how to translate your vision into a yacht that is an Oyster through and through, while making her unique to you.

Built for a lifetime of adventure

As a British boatbuilder, our heritage spans over 50 years in shipyards that have been in operation for over 100 years. Built with a meticulous attention to detail, every aspect of our yacht build undergoes exacting scrutiny. Every Oyster is specified well-beyond normal requirements so the single skin hulls are extremely robust, giving you peace of mind in any conditions – from extreme cold to tropical heat or heavy weather. To ensure strength and integrity, Lloyd’s Register certifies our hulls and decks which they inspect on a weekly basis throughout the build. The combined skills of all experts involved contributes to your Oyster’s exceptional quality and finish. So when you take ownership of your Oyster 565, you know she has been built to last a lifetime.

SPECIFICATION

OYSTER 565

LENGTH OVERALL INCLUDING STEMHEAD

18.09m / 59'3"

LENGTH OF HULL

17.22m / 56'6"

LENGTH OF WATERLINE

15.93m / 52'3"

BEAM

5.13m / 16'10"

DRAFT - STANDARD KEEL

2.50m / 8' 2"

DISPLACEMENT - STANDARD KEEL

27,570kg / 60,780lb

TYPICAL ENGINE

Yanmar 4LV-150 110kW (150hp)

TANKS - FUEL

950 litres / 208 Imp Gallons (250 US gals)

TANKS - WATER

730 litres / 160 Imp Gallons (192 US gals)

SAIL AREA - INCLUDING 110% FORETRIANGLE (IMF)

152.00m2 / 1638ft2

SAIL AREA - INCLUDING 110% FORETRIANGLE (SLAB REEF)

160.00m2 / 1722ft2

AIR DRAFT APPROX, EXCLUDING ANTENNAE

25.04m / 82'2"

CONFIGURE

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Standard

Lloyd’s Register certified hull and deck moulding

The industry-leading mark of safety and build quality, giving you complete peace of mind.

HYDRAULIC IN-MAST (IMF) AND HEADSAIL FURLING

Seldén hydraulic in-mast furling (IMF) for for the mainsail and a Furlex hydraulic system for the headsail fitted as standard, making easy shorthanded or singlehanded sailing a reality. Push button controls at both pedestals, and beside both primary winches delivers fingertip control.

Electric Winches

Powered Lewmar primary and mainsheet winches make sail handling effortless.

Retractable Hydraulic Bow & Stern Thrusters

Powerful Sleipner Sidepower retractable bow & stern thrusters enable easy close quarters manoeuvring.

Generator

Charge your batteries and power 240v equipment onboard with the standard Onan 11kw 4 cylinder diesel generator. With substantial sound proofing and anti-vibration mounts, it is whisper quiet.

Seascape windows

Our signature Oyster Seascape windows flood the saloon and master cabin with light. Comprising three vertical frameless windows each side, they deliver fantastic horizon views.

Optional

Wood options

Choose from a range of interior wood options including walnut, maple and oak.

Swim platform

The standard open stepped transom can be upgraded to accommodate a substantial, hydraulic opening bathing platform. Enabling easy access to the water or tender.

Interior layout configuration

A selection of alternative interior layouts are available, enabling a variety of configurations to suit personal requirements. For example, choose to convert the utility cabin to a single passage berth, or convert the saloon table into a drop-down day bed.

Hull colours

Choose the hull, mast and sail colour that best works for you. With vinyl-wrap or paint options there’s considerable scope to tailor the look of your yacht. Get inspired with our colour picker.

Hydraulic passerelle

Operated at the touch of a button, step ashore with ease by fitting the optional hydraulic retractable passarelle, mounted in the transom.

Stories

Inspiring stories, insights and adventures on board the Oyster 565

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Dinghy sailors to Oyster owners

Life-long sailors Colin and Sue Mitchell met racing dinghies. Now, as proud owners of an Oyster 565, they are immersing themselves in sailing adventures from Scotland to the Caribbean.

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Message in a bottle

In December 2019, William Haines threw a message in a bottle from Oyster 565/01 Panthalassa on an Atlantic crossing. Two years later, against all odds, it washed up on a beach in the Bahamas.

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The perfect bluewater cruiser

What makes the ideal yacht for ocean adventures and long distance voyaging? Elaine Bunting investigates.

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The ultimate luxury

Richard Hadida reveals his inspiration and vision for Oyster’s new generation of modern and contemporary interiors – the perfect home-from-home.

The Connected Yacht

Leading-edge technology is seamlessly woven into the Oyster 565 making it digitally-enabled, so you are always connected anywhere in the world. Every system is chosen for its ruggedness and fitness for purpose. Oyster’s proprietary digital switching system Oyster Command™, which now comes as standard on all our models, lets you monitor and control various systems over a digital network through the touchscreens at the navigation table and helm positions, or on your tablet device from anywhere on the boat. Specified systems are tested thoroughly at sea to give you complete peace of mind – we only specify safety and navigation technology that we know is reliable and trustworthy from first-hand experience.

Oyster Command

Oyster Command™ is a digital switching system that controls everything from on board entertainment and lighting, to all your main systems, utilities, and security. It can be controlled from any multi-functional display you have installed on your yacht or mobile device. The system is accessed through a clear, intuitive and easy to use graphic interface. It is simple to navigate and operate from the screen at the navigation table, helm positions, or on any other multi-functional display you have on board.

Guardian Angel

Guardian Angel™ is Oyster’s latest safety system which provides Oyster HQ remote live monitoring access to the yachts’ systems, via the Yellowbrick tracker. It enables owners to seek assistance or advice at the touch of a button and Oyster HQ to notify of issues, offer technical support or solve the issue remotely. Accessed through the Oyster Command™ switching system, Guardian Angel provides a new level of peace of mind for owners. The overview screen gives you a snapshot of all the main functions and health status of the domestic, utility and power systems on board.

Internet and WiFi

All Oyster yachts are fully connected, featuring wifi throughout, accessed through the latest satellite technology. A 4/5G cellular antenna picks up signal when you are close to onshore radio masts.

Audio-Visual Systems

We work with you to specify the right audio-visual equipment for you. These entertainment systems are seamlessly integrated into your yacht to keep you entertained wherever you are on the boat.

Lighting

Oyster's proprietary mood lighting system allows you to adjust the lighting tones to your mood via our pre-set digital light switches, making environments comfortable, relaxing and well-lit. LED light tones are matched throughout the yacht to provide a seamless experience. Recessed and LED strip lights are intelligently placed to offer perfect mood lighting throughout.

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Building your Oyster

The journey to become an Oyster owner begins in many different ways. For some it starts as a childhood dream, for others, it’s the culmination of years of research that leads them to conclude there is no other choice but an Oyster. But for all those investing in a new Oyster the delights of ownership start the minute you begin her build. A key part of owning your Oyster is understanding the craftsmanship and attention to detail that go into her, and the insights you pick up through the build and handover process. Being part of this adds to the deep sense of ownership you will feel when you step aboard for the first time. To ensure this experience is something you will savour and cherish, we assign one of experienced project managers to guide you on every step of the way.

Turning dreams into reality

Our Project Managers are all experienced sailors who will help you turn your hopes, plans and dreams of adventure into reality, from the initial moulding of the hull to handover. Their practical experience has been gained from thousands of sailing miles (many have circumnavigated), previous builds and a deep knowledge of Oyster. Your Project Manager will be there throughout the build, offering advice on all aspects of the process along the way to make sure your boat is beyond expectation when she is handed over to you.

Your yacht, your choices

Your Project Manager will take time to get to know you and understand your plans – what you want to do with your yacht, where you would like to sail her and what is most important to you in terms of finish and equipment. They will then bring all your requirements together and guide you through the selection of the appropriate options and equipment to meet your needs.

Regular meetings and updates

A big part of the build for owners is regular yard visits (in person or online) so you can see her at key points during the build. Owning an Oyster is made richer by understanding the craftsmanship and attention to detail that go into them. These yard visits help you do just that – they are a great opportunity to meet our master craftspeople, see their skills in action and understand all aspects of construction of your yacht for complete peace of mind. Throughout we will keep you up-to-date and make sure you have all the information you need to make decisions at the right time.

From build to handover

On completion your yacht will be handed over to our commissioning team. This process takes six to eight weeks with an extreme attention to detail to meet the most exacting standards and ensure everything is perfect when you take ownership. This is followed by a week-long handover, when the team will introduce you to your yacht to literally show you the ropes. You will learn how to use each piece of equipment and technology you have specified, so you will set sail with complete confidence on your first Oyster adventure.

Take a closer look at the Oyster 565

If we’ve piqued your interest in the award-winning Oyster 565, why not find out more? Already proven, with 50 years’ experience distilled into the perfect 57 foot yacht, it is no wonder she surpasses the expectations of owners and the yachting press. Discover more about this true sailor’s sailing yacht in reviews, video and images.