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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.

Sustainability at the Forefront
Sustainability at the Forefront
Friday, 21 January 2022

Premier Marinas has announced that following the culmination of a three year monitoring programme of its marinas, a final audit of its flagship Swanwick Marina, as well as a review of its overall marina group processes, they have been awarded with...

Over 100 boats set for BoatLife plus ticket offer!
Over 100 boats set for BoatLife plus ticket offer!
Thursday, 20 January 2022

The brand-new show, BoatLife Live, is set to open its doors to visitors on 17 February. The four-day show, spanning three halls of the NEC, has secured an exciting line-up of exhibitors, speakers and features and will deliver a memorable first sho...

BoatLife’s debut show displays over 100 boats & ticket offer!
BoatLife’s debut show displays over 100 boats & ticket offer!
Thursday, 20 January 2022

The brand-new show, BoatLife Live, is set to open its doors to visitors on 17 February. The four-day show, spanning three halls of the NEC, has secured an exciting line-up of exhibitors, speakers and features and will deliver a memorable first sho...

A waggy dog tail for Newhaven Lifeboat
A waggy dog tail for Newhaven Lifeboat
Thursday, 20 January 2022

Newhaven RNLI were requested to launch by HM Coastguard at 11:43am on Wednesday 19 January to help with the rescue of a dog who had gone over the cliff edge at Seaford.

January 2022 BoatBId - Catalogue
January 2022 BoatBId - Catalogue
Wednesday, 19 January 2022

The catalogue for our January 2022 BoatBid auction is now available to view here,
and the bidding for this BoatBid will commence at:
0900hrs (GMT) - Monday 24th January 2022
through to
1900hrs (GMT) - Sunday...

2022 Crick Boat Show
2022 Crick Boat Show
Tuesday, 18 January 2022 Britain’s biggest inland waterways event, Crick Boat Show is expected to attract over 26,000 visitors.

The event, which takes place at Crick Marina, near Daventry in Northamptonshire, will be held across the Bank Holiday Weekend celebratin...

Serious buyers and sustainable boating focus for MDL shows in 2022
Serious buyers and sustainable boating focus for MDL shows in 2022
Tuesday, 18 January 2022

This year MDL Marinas is hosting two very unique boat shows – The South Coast Boat Show and the Green Tech Boat Show – in two of its most stunning waterside locations, Southampton and Plymouth.

RNLI on the lookout for new beach lifesavers
RNLI on the lookout for new beach lifesavers
Tuesday, 18 January 2022

The RNLI has launched its search for new lifeguards to start their career on some of the UK’s most popular beaches, as applications open for 2022.

Maiden and her all-femail crew set sail
Maiden and her all-femail crew set sail
Saturday, 15 January 2022

Maiden’s eagerly awaited departure on the 2021-2024 World Tour took place when the iconic yacht left the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club on her 90,000nm journey, skippered by Marie-Claude Kieffer Heys and sponsored by DP World.

Friends of Boatshed - Ardent Training
Friends of Boatshed - Ardent Training
Saturday, 15 January 2022

At Boatshed we pride ourselves in going the extra mile to ensure the process of buying and selling a boat is as easy as possible for our customers. In 2021 we introduced Friends of Boatshed, a collection of marine service providers who we believe ...

Harriet Averns named RYA Yachtmaster of the Year
Harriet Averns named RYA Yachtmaster of the Year
Friday, 14 January 2022

25-year-old Kent sailor, Harriet Averns has been named as the recipient of the RYA Yachtmaster® of the Year award for her exceptional demonstration of sailing skills during her RYA Yachtmaster Certificate of Competence exam.

BoatBid Bespoke Auction - Moody 27
BoatBid Bespoke Auction - Moody 27
Friday, 14 January 2022

First for 2022, our BoatBId Bespoke auction went live at 0900hrs(GMT) this morning, running through to 1900hrs(GMT) on Sunday 16th January 2022.
Placing a bid on the Moody 27 is very straightforward, read how to here...

The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock’ race discounted entry fees available
The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock’ race discounted entry fees available
Thursday, 13 January 2022

The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’ in association with the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, starts on 17 July.

£35m HMS Victory Project marks Anniversary
£35m HMS Victory Project marks Anniversary
Thursday, 13 January 2022

A £35m HMS Victory project marks the 100th anniversary of the ship being brought into Portsmouth’s dry dock.

Entry opens for RYA/BUSA Women’s Team Racing Championships
Entry opens for RYA/BUSA Women’s Team Racing Championships
Tuesday, 11 January 2022

Entries have opened for the RYA and BUSA Women’s Team Racing Championships, which will take place at Budworth Sailing Club over the weekend of 19/20 February 2022.

Pip Hare to open the doors to BoatLife Live this February
Pip Hare to open the doors to BoatLife Live this February
Tuesday, 11 January 2022

Pip Hare, who needs very little introduction as the eighth woman in history to complete the Vendee Globe, will be the first big name to open the inaugural show.

BoatBid Bespoke Auction - Moody 27
BoatBid Bespoke Auction - Moody 27
Monday, 10 January 2022

We are really pleased to announce our bespoke BoatBid auction for this Moody 27.

New York up for the Challenge
New York up for the Challenge
Friday, 07 January 2022

American Magic has been confirmed for the America’s Cup, joining Emirates Team New Zealand, INEOS Britannia, Alinghi Red Bull Racing and Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team.

RYA launches support framework after change to Offshore Special Regulations
RYA launches support framework after change to Offshore Special Regulations
Friday, 07 January 2022

The RYA has launched a new framework of support for yacht racers and owners following a change in World Sailing’s Offshore Special Regulations.

More women taking Superyacht Cadetship course
More women taking Superyacht Cadetship course
Thursday, 06 January 2022

UKSA has reported a 150 per cent increase in the number of women undertaking its Superyacht Cadetship from 2020 to 2021 in a trend that sees a positive shift towards increased diversity in the superyacht sector. 

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