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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.

PREMIER MARINAS RETAINS INVESTORS IN PEOPLE GOLD AWARD
PREMIER MARINAS RETAINS INVESTORS IN PEOPLE GOLD AWARD
Tuesday, 05 February 2019

Premier Marinas is celebrating, following its recent reassessment for the Investors in People Standard, where it retained Gold accreditation for the second consecutive time.

Investors in People provides a best practice standard, offering accredi...

HRH The Princess Royal visits RHYC
HRH The Princess Royal visits RHYC
Tuesday, 05 February 2019

Image: Anthony Cullen

RMYC Twilights
RMYC Twilights
Monday, 04 February 2019

One of Amigos that competed in all the Twilights last season

The Round Hayling Challenge
The Round Hayling Challenge
Monday, 04 February 2019

For many, Hayling Island is considered the spiritual home of windsurfing. The Round Hayling Island Challenge (sponsored by the SUP Company) is a great celebration of the sport first staged in 1980, the 14 miles’ circumnavigation can take any...

MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR LOCAL HARBOUR – BECOME A COMMISSIONER
MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO YOUR LOCAL HARBOUR – BECOME A COMMISSIONER
Monday, 04 February 2019

Cowes Harbour is now recruiting for two non-executive Commissioners to join the Board, offering a great opportunity for interested local individuals to make a tangible and valuable contribution to the work of the harbour. 
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OXFORD PIRATES WIN ‘REACTIVATE YOUR TOPPER’ COMPETITION
OXFORD PIRATES WIN ‘REACTIVATE YOUR TOPPER’ COMPETITION
Sunday, 03 February 2019

On 2 March (3pm) the winners of the 2018 Topper International Limited ‘Reactivate your Topper’ competition will be presented with their new race-ready Topper at the RYA Dinghy Show at Alexandra Palace, London.

Jonathan Tweedle and hi...

Brace of medals for Brits on Miami World Cup penultimate day
Brace of medals for Brits on Miami World Cup penultimate day
Saturday, 02 February 2019

Dylan Fletcher and Stuart Bithell kicked off their 2019 season with 49er class silver at World Cup Series Miami on Saturday – while team mates Charlotte Dobson and Saskia Tidey claimed bronze in the 49er FX.

Fletcher, who represented Brita...

JUDGES CHARMED BY THE SOUND OF THE SEA
JUDGES CHARMED BY THE SOUND OF THE SEA
Saturday, 02 February 2019

Sound of the Sea – artist’s impression

RYA Cymru Wales Chief Executive Phil Braden passes away
RYA Cymru Wales Chief Executive Phil Braden passes away
Friday, 01 February 2019

RYA Cymru Wales is very saddened to announce the passing of Chief Executive Phil Braden too early in life following a period of illness. He leaves behind his wife Deborah and two young daughters.

Phil (58) took over the helm of Welsh boating in ...

Cutty Sark celebrates its 150th anniversary
Cutty Sark celebrates its 150th anniversary
Friday, 01 February 2019

Cutty Sark at Greenwich by Jill Hazel

B&G V60
B&G V60
Thursday, 31 January 2019

The B&G V60 mid-level VHF radio includes a large, intuitive interface, built-in AIS receiver, a front mountable mechanical design for easy installation and optional wireless handsets. With its integrated GPS receiver, the V60 now has four ways...

Antifoul Removal
Antifoul Removal
Thursday, 31 January 2019 Bill Selsey looks at this long overdue and much dreaded activity!

Beale Park Boat Show cancelled
Beale Park Boat Show cancelled
Thursday, 31 January 2019

With no current plans for further shows, the 2019 Beale Park Boat & Outdoor Show has been cancelled.

The organisers say it has been difficult to achieve satisfactory commercial arrangements. In 2015 See it for Real Productions were asked to ...

One ale of a drink!
One ale of a drink!
Thursday, 31 January 2019

The Tynt brewing team

Find your tribe at the RYA Dinghy Show
Find your tribe at the RYA Dinghy Show
Thursday, 31 January 2019

Set to return to the magnificent Alexandra Palace over the weekend of 2 – 3 March, the RYA Dinghy Show in association with Yachts & Yachting and Suzuki is a long standing favourite with dinghy sailors.

This year the RYA will be celebra...

#GoGreenFor2019
#GoGreenFor2019
Thursday, 31 January 2019

The Green Blue calls on boaters to #GoGreenFor2019.

As boaters we all have a vested interest in protecting the environment where we spend our leisure time and The Green Blue is dedicated to ensuring you get the best possible advice on how to do ...

Hamble Point Marina
Hamble Point Marina
Thursday, 31 January 2019

Located at the mouth of the River Hamble in an unbeatable position for access to the Solent, MDL’s Hamble Point Marina attracts competitive sailors, racers and cruisers from around the world to berth at its world-famous location. And why not...

Top tips for buying and positioning a chartplotter
Top tips for buying and positioning a chartplotter
Thursday, 31 January 2019

Nick Meadow

Van Den Heede receives huge welcome back in Les Sables d’Olonne
Van Den Heede receives huge welcome back in Les Sables d’Olonne
Tuesday, 29 January 2019

Jean-Luc Van Den Heede celebrating with Sir Robin Knox-Johnston. Photo: Tim Bishop/GGR/PPL

Mercury Marine celebrates 80th anniversary
Mercury Marine celebrates 80th anniversary
Monday, 28 January 2019

Mercury Marine will celebrate its 80th anniversary throughout 2019 with events around the world, reflecting on its strong heritage of innovation and leadership in the marine industry.

On 22 January 1939, E. Carl Kiekhaefer purchased a bankrupt e...

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