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Peter Harrison KGCN CBE, Founder and Chairman of the Peter Harrison Foundation and The Peter Harrison Heritage Foundation

Over 300 visitors participated in the Beat the Barton Block Clock Competition to assemble a size three Barton single block quickest in the Manufacturer’s Showcase, at the entrance to Southampton Boat Show.  The overall winner with a rem...

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Since 2004 the Royal Yachting Association has been collecting information about recreational boating to gain a better picture of the areas most utilised for general boating, racing and passage-making, as well as the distribution of clubs, training...

Fairline Yachts has announced it has accelerated the development of its larger 80ft-plus boat range thanks to the strength of sales and customer interest at the recent international boat shows.

Fairline has revealed that advanced plans are under...

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The RYA has announced a collaboration with Navionics, which will see the introduction of newly developed print and digital resources for teaching electronic navigation in the classroom.

Team Britannia’s round the world superboat has hit the water for the first time, near Portsmouth.

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The Blue Peter – a regular visitor to Barbados Sailing Week – photo Peter Marshall

Using reusable water bottles is just one target for the sailing clubs

Matthew Birks, technical expert from Eberspächer, advises on maintaining your on board diesel fuelled air heating system.

If your boat is a working boat or you live aboard we recommend having an accredited dealer inspect your installation a...

The approach of October reminds me of the annual Munich Oktoberfest, surely the most famous beer festival in the world.

Running this year from 21 September to 6 October, the event conjures up images of clinking steins of beer, raucous singing, n...

There is a good chance that you know someone who volunteers, or perhaps volunteer yourself. The RYA works to ensure these hardworking people are recognised for their contribution.

According to Sport England 6.7 million people – 14.9 per ce...

Birdham Pool Marina lies within the sheltered, unspoilt waters of Chichester Harbour, just five miles from the quaint yet bustling town of Chichester.

On arrival at the marina, you feel transported a million miles away, yet Birdham is ...

Throughout October, the RYA is once again offering double commission to all clubs, training centres and marine organisations signed up to the RYA Joining Point programme.

Designed for life on and offshore, and perfect for any adventure on the water, Gill’s UV Tec range combines form and function. This stylish range of clothes features t-shirts, shorts and trousers, and is ideal for multisport, multi-activity...