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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

British Sailing Team reflects on Olympic successes as stars announce retirement
British Sailing Team reflects on Olympic successes as stars announce retirement
Wednesday, 15 December 2021

British Sailing Team boss Mark Robinson has heaped praise on a host of sailing stars after they announced their retirement from Olympic campaigning.

Get fit for less with Christmas and New Year offers from MDL Fitness
Get fit for less with Christmas and New Year offers from MDL Fitness
Tuesday, 14 December 2021

Gym goers can get fit for as little as 62 pence per day in 2022 with MDL Fitness’ Christmas and New Year offers.

A rare chance to acquire a piece of history
A rare chance to acquire a piece of history
Friday, 10 December 2021

The classic sailing yacht Borkumriff II offers a rare chance to acquire a piece of history.

VIDEO: Karpaz Gate Marina Opens Reservations for New Hotel
VIDEO: Karpaz Gate Marina Opens Reservations for New Hotel
Friday, 10 December 2021

Reinforcing the transformation of North Cyprus into a unique Mediterranean haven for the yachting community, Karpaz Gate Marina has announced the opening of reservations for its new on-site boutique hotel.

VIDEO: HMS Queen Elizabeth returns home as historic global deployment comes to an end
VIDEO: HMS Queen Elizabeth returns home as historic global deployment comes to an end
Thursday, 09 December 2021

HMS Queen Elizabeth’s crew were welcomed back to their home base of Portsmouth after sailing 49,000nm to the Indo-Pacific and back.

Young sailors awarded boats and boards
Young sailors awarded boats and boards
Thursday, 09 December 2021

A total of 14 youngsters from across the UK have been given a huge boost in their sailing and windsurfing ambitions by being awarded their own boats and boards donated by the John Merricks Sailing Trust.

RYA welcomes government intent to waive the 3-year condition for returned goods relief
RYA welcomes government intent to waive the 3-year condition for returned goods relief
Thursday, 09 December 2021

Following a meeting between the RYA and HMRC on 17 November, the RYA welcomes the government’s intent to waive the three-year condition for Returned Goods Relief for pleasure craft that are the personal property of a UK resident which are be...

Two women to row 3000 miles across the Atlantic this Christmas for charity
Two women to row 3000 miles across the Atlantic this Christmas for charity
Thursday, 09 December 2021

Two professional businesswomen from Gloucestershire and Hampshire, are rowing 3000 miles across the Atlantic this Christmas to raise £100,000 for Women’s Aid and Shelter charities.

MDL Marinas focuses on improving customer experience with £5 million investment
MDL Marinas focuses on improving customer experience with £5 million investment
Wednesday, 08 December 2021

Each year MDL Marinas invests millions of pounds to ensure that its 19 UK marinas and boatyards offer the best facilities, both on and off the water, for berth holders, visitors and tenants.

‘ENGAGE OR ENRAGE’ WARNS RYA AS MMO PROPOSE NO ANCHORING ZONES IN STUDLAND BAY
‘ENGAGE OR ENRAGE’ WARNS RYA AS MMO PROPOSE NO ANCHORING ZONES IN STUDLAND BAY
Wednesday, 29 September 2021

The Royal Yachting Association responds to plans from the Marine Management Organisation on Studland Bay Marine Conservation Zone Habitat Protection Strategy.

Sutton Harbour Marina berthing assistant named as one of the best in the world
Sutton Harbour Marina berthing assistant named as one of the best in the world
Wednesday, 29 September 2021

Plymouth berthing assistant Corey Murray has been singled out for praise after being named one of the 10 best marina employees working at the world’s most superior marinas.

Double ‘Thank you’ gifts in October with RYA Refer a Friend
Double ‘Thank you’ gifts in October with RYA Refer a Friend
Tuesday, 28 September 2021

The RYA is calling on its global network of more than 100,000 members to help spread the word about the many benefits of being a member to their friends and family with its Refer a Friend programme.   

“Brilliant” Regional Junior Championships sees bumper attendance
“Brilliant” Regional Junior Championships sees bumper attendance
Monday, 27 September 2021

The 2021 Regional Junior Championships has been hailed an overriding success after more than 1,200 youngsters took to the water over two weekends of racing.

Sixteen Classes Signed Up for Poole Regatta
Sixteen Classes Signed Up for Poole Regatta
Friday, 24 September 2021

The well-loved International Paint Poole Regatta is to return from 30 April – 2 May 2022.  

Cruising Association at Southampton International Boat Show
Cruising Association at Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 24 September 2021 The Cruising Association’s return to the Southampton International Boat Show, 10-19 September 2021, was keenly anticipated by members and visitors. There were plenty of reasons to visit the CA stand, with over 800 visitors dropping in to disco...
RNLI launches Christmas appeal with a mission to save every one
RNLI launches Christmas appeal with a mission to save every one
Friday, 24 September 2021

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is launching its Christmas appeal, as the charity asks for help to continue its lifesaving work at sea. 

Southampton International Boat Show 2021 Celebrates a Successful Event
Southampton International Boat Show 2021 Celebrates a Successful Event
Thursday, 23 September 2021

Southampton International Boat Show drew to a close on 19 September with organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors all hailing the show as one of the best yet.

Boardwalk upgrade improves marina access on the River Shannon
Boardwalk upgrade improves marina access on the River Shannon
Thursday, 23 September 2021

Leitrim County Council has recently improved shoreside access to its Carrick on Shannon public marina, replacing its existing fixed boardwalk with a new 340m long by 2.4m wide floating walkway.

RYA Joining Points enjoy double commission in October
RYA Joining Points enjoy double commission in October
Thursday, 23 September 2021

Throughout October, clubs, training centres and marine organisations signed up to the RYA Joining Point programme will enjoy double commission for every new RYA member they introduce. 

Fairline Yachts unveils re-imagined Squadron 68
Fairline Yachts unveils re-imagined Squadron 68
Thursday, 23 September 2021

Fairline Yachts, announces details of its new Squadron 68, set to launch in November 2021 and to be displayed for the first time at Boot Dusseldorf in January 2022.

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