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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.

Zhik launch limited edition Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness range
Zhik launch limited edition Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness range
Tuesday, 04 October 2022

Zhik are introducing a limited edition range of pink technical apparel in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month this month.

FREE Boatica Boatshed Beer
FREE Boatica Boatshed Beer
Saturday, 01 October 2022

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Thank you for your custom!
Thank you for your custom!
Friday, 30 September 2022

Boatshed has always prided itself on being the friendly broker and with our most recent customer reviews we are feeling pretty proud of ourselves!

RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
RNLI crew member takes on London Marathon in full lifeboat kit
Thursday, 29 September 2022

Running a marathon is challenging enough, but one Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) crew member is going the extra mile by hitting the streets of London in his full lifeboat kit.

Falmouth Harbour – Port with a Purpose Open Day, 13 October
Falmouth Harbour – Port with a Purpose Open Day, 13 October
Thursday, 29 September 2022 The dynamic maritime past, present and future of the Port of Falmouth and beyond are on the agenda of an Open Day on Thursday 13 October run by Falmouth Harbour (FH), supported by Cornwall Chamber of Commerce and the National Maritime Museum Cornwall...
The New Prince and Princess of Wales visit Holyhead RNLI in first visit to the nation since appointment
The New Prince and Princess of Wales visit Holyhead RNLI in first visit to the nation since appointment
Tuesday, 27 September 2022

Holyhead RNLI volunteers were honoured to welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales, during a whistle-stop tour that brought them back to the island they once called home.

boatfolk wins Exhibitor Environmental Award at Southampton International Boat Show
boatfolk wins Exhibitor Environmental Award at Southampton International Boat Show
Tuesday, 27 September 2022

National boating business, boatfolk, has won the prestigious Environmental Award at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show. The award was presented by world-renowned sailor, Mike Golding.

Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Trilleen - Sailing around Britain Update
Tuesday, 27 September 2022

Ian 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:

Beaulieu River team member wins top award in TYHA Marina of the Year Awards
Beaulieu River team member wins top award in TYHA Marina of the Year Awards
Tuesday, 27 September 2022

The Beaulieu River team is delighted that one of its members has been awarded Towergate’s Marina Employee of the Year 2022, as part of The Yacht Harbour Association’s Marina of the Year Awards, with Marina Assistant John Selman receivi...

UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
UK’S ULTIMATE SEA VIEWS REVEALED!
Monday, 26 September 2022

National maritime charity, the Shipwrecked Mariners’ Society, has announced the winner of its tenth annual photography competition, showcasing images relating to all aspects of the UK’s historic relationship with the sea.

VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
VIDEO: Southampton International Boat Show celebrates another phenomenal event
Saturday, 24 September 2022

Show heralded a great success by organisers, exhibitors, sponsors and visitors… plus take advantage of our 2023 early bird ticket offer.

The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022 revealed at the Southampton International Boat Show
Friday, 23 September 2022

At the Southampton International Boat Show winners of The Yacht Harbour Association Marina of the Year Awards 2022, sponsored by Towergate Insurance, were revealed on the Foredeck Stage.

boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
boatFolk and SBS Trailers team up
Friday, 23 September 2022

SBS Trailers and boatfolk have announced a new partnership during the Southampton Boat Show, resulting in SBS Trailers now being available through boatfolk’s nationwide family of Marinas.

‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
‘IN OUR ELEMENT’ ATLANTIC ROWING TEAM ARRIVE AT SIBS WITH A SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL MESSAGE
Friday, 23 September 2022

The In Our Element Atlantic Rowing team took a break in their training schedule to visit the Southampton International Boat Show for their final public appearance before they pack up the boat for La Gomera and the start of the Talisker Whisky Atla...

RNLI lifeboat Duke of Edinburgh to join Thames flotilla
RNLI lifeboat Duke of Edinburgh to join Thames flotilla
Thursday, 22 September 2022

A new RNLI lifeboat named Duke of Edinburgh will join more than 150 boats on the River Thames in London this weekend to commemorate the life and 70-year reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

SailGP making progress on Women’s Pathway anniversary
SailGP making progress on Women’s Pathway anniversary
Thursday, 22 September 2022 In a landmark year for women’s sport across the world, SailGP will celebrate its own milestone in the quest for gender equity this week at the Spain Sail Grand Prix | Andalucía – Cádiz presented by NEAR. The sixth...
Sustainable Boating Pledge launched at Southampton International Boat Show
Sustainable Boating Pledge launched at Southampton International Boat Show
Thursday, 22 September 2022

From narrowboat liveaboards to dinghy and yacht sailors, to personal watercraft owners and motor cruisers, The Green Blue Boating Pledge is a new way for all boat users to show their commitment to protecting and respecting the environment.

Celebrating marine apprentices at the Southampton International Boat Show
Celebrating marine apprentices at the Southampton International Boat Show
Wednesday, 21 September 2022

Tuesday 20 September was Schools, Apprenticeships and Careers Day at the Southampton International Boat Show and to get the day underway 65 apprentices from across the marine sector came together for a recognition ceremony to celebrate their achie...

First three days at the Southampton International Boat Show
First three days at the Southampton International Boat Show
Sunday, 18 September 2022

It has been a fabulous first three days at the 53rd Southampton International Boat Show with thousands of visitors from nautical newbies to seafaring superfans enjoying the late summer sun and the hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the very best of...

Inaugural Southampton International Boat Show Swim a great success
Inaugural Southampton International Boat Show Swim a great success
Sunday, 18 September 2022

Some 80 swimmers from across the region braved the morning chill (Sunday 18 September) to take part in the inaugural Southampton International Boat Show open water swimming event, hosted by Rees Leisure, raising money for local charity the Rose Ro...

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