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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.

British Keelboat Academy announces 2022 squad
British Keelboat Academy announces 2022 squad
Thursday, 23 December 2021

The British Keelboat Academy has announced its new squad for the 2022 season.

Voyage of a lifetime
Voyage of a lifetime
Thursday, 23 December 2021

On 9 January, a fleet of 25 British-built yachts, ranging in size from 54 – 73ft, will set sail on a circumnavigation of the world as the third edition Oyster World Rally begins from Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua.

Youth Sailing World Champion 2021
Youth Sailing World Champion 2021
Wednesday, 22 December 2021

The Royal Hospital School in Suffolk is celebrating after Year 12 student Sebastian Kempe won the Youth Sailing World Championship in Oman.

Milford Marina berth holders get into the Christmas spirit
Milford Marina berth holders get into the Christmas spirit
Wednesday, 22 December 2021

Berth holders at Milford Marina have once again got into the Christmas spirit by taking part in the annual Christmas boat dressing competition.

Boatshed's founder featured in Boating Business
Boatshed's founder featured in Boating Business
Wednesday, 22 December 2021

Ever wondered about the history of Boatshed.com and what makes the Founder of one of the largest, most successful yacht brokerages in the world tick?

January 2022 BoatBid - Entries Open
January 2022 BoatBid - Entries Open
Monday, 20 December 2021

Our January 2022 BoatBid auction opened this morning for entries. The auction will be held:
Monday 11th January 2022 - 0900hrs (GMT)
until
Sunday 17th January 2022 - 1900hrs (GMT)

VAT change for recreational boaters
VAT change for recreational boaters
Monday, 20 December 2021

Following the RYA’s meeting with HM Treasury and HMRC, the Government has confirmed that from 1 January 2022, legislation was brought in to give certainty to recreational boat owners that they will not be required to pay a second amount of U...

Walcon Marine delivers regeneration of Noss on Dart Marina
Walcon Marine delivers regeneration of Noss on Dart Marina
Monday, 20 December 2021

Walcon Marine is now in the final stages of a major project to remove and replace Premier Marina’s Noss on Dart Marina in the west of England. The project began in the winter of 2020/21 and today an all-new, 232-berth facility is all but com...

Slingsby takes control of SailGP Championship after victory in Sydney
Slingsby takes control of SailGP Championship after victory in Sydney
Monday, 20 December 2021

Tom Slingbsy delivered when it mattered for his Australia SailGP Team. Dominating the final race after an inconsistent weekend of results, the home team claimed victory in the Australia Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG to secure its place in the ...

New Dry Stack Nears Completion as Part of Noss On Dart’s £75m Redevelopment
New Dry Stack Nears Completion as Part of Noss On Dart’s £75m Redevelopment
Monday, 20 December 2021

Premier’s Noss on Dart is now taking bookings for its dry stack facility which will open in March 2022. The brand new dry stack facility will accommodate boats up to 9m; providing boat owners with a flexible and cost effective alternative to...

VIDEO: Great Britain SailGP Team out of contention after collision in Sydney
VIDEO: Great Britain SailGP Team out of contention after collision in Sydney
Friday, 17 December 2021

The Great British SailGP Team are out of the Australian Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG, after a collision with the Japan SailGP Team in the final race of the opening day.

Falmouth Harbour’s prickly solution to thorny problem of marine antifoul
Falmouth Harbour’s prickly solution to thorny problem of marine antifoul
Thursday, 16 December 2021

The masterminds behind a sea-urchin inspired, eco-friendly anti-fouling solution for boats have teamed up with Falmouth Harbour and Rustler Yachts to bring the technology to Cornwall in an industry first.

Great Britain SailGP Team return to action in Sydney
Great Britain SailGP Team return to action in Sydney
Thursday, 16 December 2021

With only two events remaining in the SailGP Season 2 calendar, the race to qualify for the $1million prize winner-takes-all podium race in San Francisco is heating up. The Great Britain SailGP Team currently sits in fourth place overall, four poi...

The Cruising Association announces an update on UK Government VAT rules for UK boat owners
The Cruising Association announces an update on UK Government VAT rules for UK boat owners
Thursday, 16 December 2021

Following a meeting with HM Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs, the Cruising Association has confirmed that the UK Government will make a positive change to the application of Returned Goods Relief for recreational craft. As a result, many boat o...

New berthing options to enhance boating experience
New berthing options to enhance boating experience
Wednesday, 15 December 2021

MDL Marinas has launched two new berthing products which will enhance boat owners’ on water experience, opening up cruising opportunities and exploration around the UK coast and further afield.

British Sailing Team reflects on Olympic successes as stars announce retirement
British Sailing Team reflects on Olympic successes as stars announce retirement
Wednesday, 15 December 2021

British Sailing Team boss Mark Robinson has heaped praise on a host of sailing stars after they announced their retirement from Olympic campaigning.

Get fit for less with Christmas and New Year offers from MDL Fitness
Get fit for less with Christmas and New Year offers from MDL Fitness
Tuesday, 14 December 2021

Gym goers can get fit for as little as 62 pence per day in 2022 with MDL Fitness’ Christmas and New Year offers.

A rare chance to acquire a piece of history
A rare chance to acquire a piece of history
Friday, 10 December 2021

The classic sailing yacht Borkumriff II offers a rare chance to acquire a piece of history.

VIDEO: Karpaz Gate Marina Opens Reservations for New Hotel
VIDEO: Karpaz Gate Marina Opens Reservations for New Hotel
Friday, 10 December 2021

Reinforcing the transformation of North Cyprus into a unique Mediterranean haven for the yachting community, Karpaz Gate Marina has announced the opening of reservations for its new on-site boutique hotel.

VIDEO: HMS Queen Elizabeth returns home as historic global deployment comes to an end
VIDEO: HMS Queen Elizabeth returns home as historic global deployment comes to an end
Thursday, 09 December 2021

HMS Queen Elizabeth’s crew were welcomed back to their home base of Portsmouth after sailing 49,000nm to the Indo-Pacific and back.

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