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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.
Ultimate summer sailing playlist
Thursday, 13 July 2023AkzoNobel has partnered with inspirational boating figures from across the world to curate the ultimate yachting playlist, called That Feeling of Summer, perfect for when you’re using your boat over the coming months.
Mazarine now in Falmouth Harbour
Wednesday, 12 July 2023The following statement was released on behalf of Falmouth Harbour CEO Miles Carden following the rescue of the Merchant Vessel (MV) Mazarine after an incident off the Wolf Rock Lighthouse on Monday (read the story here).
Boatshed.com extends franchises in Trinidad, Portugal and Spain
Wednesday, 12 July 2023Boatshed.com extends franchises in Trinidad, Portugal and Spain
July 2023 BoatBid - Catalogue Highlights
Wednesday, 12 July 2023Head over to BoatBid.com to take a look at the auction catalogue and make a bid on one of the entries!
BAR Technologies to attempt new all-electric ‘Round the Island’ record
Wednesday, 12 July 2023Simulation-driven marine engineering consultancy, BAR Technologies, is set to attempt a new record with its fully electric, ultra-efficient SpiritBARTech35EF foiler.
Ship bar enables charity to unlock revenue stream
Wednesday, 12 July 2023A river bar has been made by volunteers at Glasgow’s Clyde Maritime Centre and installed in the Tall Ship Glenlee, a three-masted museum ship which operates as a visitor attraction and events venue.
Fund Britain’s Waterways warns against the government’s latest Canal & River Trust funding offer
Wednesday, 12 July 2023After months of waiting for DEFRA to announce its decision on future grant funding for the Canal & River Trust (CRT), and less than a fortnight after the launch of Fund Britain’s Waterways (FBW), the Secretary of State has now confirmed...
Boatshed.com extends franchises in Trinidad, Portugal and Spain
Tuesday, 11 July 2023Boatshed.com has extended its franchises in Trinidad, Portugal and Spain, giving it a presence in more than 80 locations in 18 countries.
Gosport’s Victoria Quay
Tuesday, 11 July 2023The development of the marine services hub at Victoria Quay in Gosport continues at pace following the construction of the hoist dock last year.
New cameras keep a safety eye on Falmouth Harbour
Tuesday, 11 July 2023 A new CCTV system is monitoring water-borne speed and behaviour around Falmouth Harbour in a bid to keep people and property safer. Speeding boat owners who exceed the 6 knot maximum limit in the inner harbour are warned they may face prosecution fo...VIDEO: Rolex Fastnet Race: 50th Edition of a Legendary Contest
Tuesday, 11 July 2023The Rolex Fastnet Race is indisputably one of the sailing world’s premier offshore classics.
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Tuesday, 11 July 2023Ian Wyllie, who bought a boat via Boatshed IOW in February 2021 is taking on the challenge of sailing around Britain single handed. Here is his latest update:
Shop till you drop at Southampton International Boat Show
Monday, 10 July 2023This year’s Southampton International Boat Show offers even more opportunities to see, try and buy with an increased number of retail and chandlery stands selling everything from the latest clothing, footwear, beachwear and accessories to sp...
HRH, Princess Royal, launches Wetwheels Edinburgh
Monday, 10 July 2023HRH The Princess Royal took to the water at Port Edgar Marina on 5 July to launch Wetwheels Edinburgh, a specially adapted powerboat giving disabled people access to the water.
Cowes Week announces Cowes Yacht Haven as an Official Sponsor
Friday, 07 July 2023Cowes Week is delighted to announce that Cowes Yacht Haven, the marina at the heart of the Medina River and the spiritual home of Cowes Week has become an Official Sponsor, further increasing the support they already give the event in 2023.
UKSA welcomes HRH The Princess Royal for Founders’ Club dinner
Friday, 07 July 2023UKSA recently welcomed its Patron Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal to its Founders’ Club dinner event to share some of the inspirational stories of beneficiaries the charity’s fundraising has contributed to.
First county contribute to #ProtectOurBeds
Friday, 07 July 2023Cornwall has become the first county to contribute data to global seagrass initiative, #ProtectOurBeds, a new campaign digitally mapping sensitive seabed locations for marine users in the savvy navvy app.
British Sailing Team poised for Paris 2024 dress rehearsal
Friday, 07 July 2023The Paris 2024 test event is taking place in Provencal capital of Marseille in the south of France from 9 – 16 July.
Fletcher unveils new F series with the launch of the F23
Friday, 07 July 2023British sports boat manufacturer, Fletcher, announces the details of its new F23, set to launch in July 2023 and be ready for delivery from March 2024.
Ocean Globe Race
Friday, 07 July 2023Most would regard sailing 30,000 miles around the world via the three great capes, an epic, life-changing achievement in itself.
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