Edward Thatch Pirate Ship Plan

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The Edward Thatch Pirate Ship Plan is a standout mid-sized pirate ship that transforms any backyard into an exciting world of swashbuckling adventure. With three levels to explore, including a cozy interior hull perfect for secret hideouts, an elevated crow’s nest that offers the ultimate lookout for approaching ships, and a covered captain’s quarters to plot daring quests, this ship invites kids to dive headfirst into imaginative play. Multiple ladders, trap doors, and a sturdy gangplank keep the action moving, encouraging pirates to climb, sneak, and race from bow to stern with endless excitement.

Perfectly sized to fit seamlessly in a lineup of backyard ships, the Edward Thatch offers a rich mix of features that inspire creativity and adventure. Whether your crew is planning a treasure hunt, staging a daring rescue, or holding a pirate council on the deck, this detailed playset provides a dynamic setting for every tale. It’s a fortress of fun, designed to captivate young explorers and keep them entertained for countless hours of high-seas storytelling.

Features:

  • 200ft² in usable play space
  • Three levels including the crow's nest outlook
  • Gang plank
  • Rock Wall
  • Room for slides
  • Fire Pole
  • Center Mast crow's nest topper
  • Swing-set attachment
  • Rear Solid Canopy
  • 52 page, step by step PDF plan

Plan Category:

🏴☠️ Pirate Ship Playhouse Plans

Dimensions:

  • 7' Wide
  • 28' Wide (w/ swing-set & gang plank)
  • 15' Deep
  • 28' Deep (w/ swing-set)
  • 14' Tall

Lumber List:

Make sure to take advantage of any volume discount from your local lumber yard!

Decking:
( 62 ) 5/4” x 6” x 8'
( 28 ) 5/4” x 6” x 10'
( 12 ) 5/4” x 6” x 12'

2x4:
( 27 ) 2” x 4” x 8'
( 22 ) 2” x 4” x 10'
( 5 ) 2” x 4” x 12'

2x6:
( 17 ) 2” x 6” x 8'
( 21 ) 2” x 6” x 10'
( 16 ) 2” x 6” x 12'
( 4 ) 2” x 6” x 16'

2x8:
( 2 ) 2” x 8” x 8'
( 4 ) 2” x 8” x 12'

4x4:
( 15 ) 4” x 4” x 8'
( 1 ) 4” x 4” x 10'
( 1 ) 4” x 4” x 12'

4x6:
( 2 ) 4” x 6” x 10'
( 1 ) 4” x 6” x 12'

2x2:
( 45 ) 2” x 2” x 3'
( 5 ) 2” x 2” x 8'

Plywood:
( 2 ) ⅝" PT Plywood

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Josh
Sailing the high seas

I purchased the Edward Thatch build plan and built the ship during the pandemic quarantine for my two boys. The plans are very well thought through and laid out in a logical order. The tricky part is thinking through the foundations for the ship. My lawn had a gentle two directional slope so I decide to place the ship on 8” diameter concrete filled sono-tube forms that were dug approximately 16”. I then used a center cast in anchor bolt with an adjustable receiving plate for the 4x4 pedestals on each footing. The pedestals were cut to the correct height so that the ship was constructed level relative to the backyard slope. It was a fun project to build and is a great opportunity to bond with your kids and teach them a little basic craftsmanship and tool knowledge. I highly recommend Paul’s build plans. Just remember to take your time and think through your steps carefully before each stage of construction. I temporarily setup my garage with my saw and saw horses to organize all the cuts and board staging. An excellent project and proved to be highly therapeutic during the stressful times of the pandemic!

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William Peters
Build was a breeze

I had never in my life tackled a project of this scale, and these plans made it extremely easy to manage every step of the way. My wife and neighbors now think I'm a master carpenter, and my kids are now enjoying the outdoors instead of the television. Thanks to the intuitive, detailed, and comprehensive plans, this build was a breeze!