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This summer the Land Rover BAR team compete in the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda after two years of exciting qualifying rounds.

Land Rover UK together with Land Rover BAR and the team’s official charity, the 1851 Trust, is heading to...

HMS Erebus in the Ice, 1846 ©National Maritime Museum, London

Crewsaver is determined to bring about change in people’s attitudes towards lifejacket safety, not wearing a lifejacket in the most extreme cases can be fatal; equally wearing a lifejacket that has not been looked after correctly or is not f...

Stars of the sailing world and Sunsail ambassadors have thrown their support behind Southampton’s first ever dedicated sailing week.

Dee Caffari MBE, the first woman to sail single-handedly and non-stop around the world, and Helena Lucas M...

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Yacht Haven Quay is the first purpose-built dry stack marina in the UK, offering secure, save and cost-effective berthing to over 200 boats.

Located in the epicentre of the south west’s marine scene, Yacht Haven Quay Plymouth offers hassle...

If you want to get back out on the water this year or perhaps inspire your non-sailing family and friends to give sailing or windsurfing a go, then make sure you are ready for RYA Push the Boat Out.

Due to its success, PTBO returns for nine days...

Spinlock’s James Hall looks at the evolution of lifejackets and associated safety equipment in recent years.

There is no doubt that modern lifejacket design has changed considerably and one of the biggest drivers of this change has been du...

Club and house wines are always a safe choice.

The Club Claret or Club White feature on the wine list of many clubs, yachting or otherwise.

The Go Sail project is underway at the 1851 Trust. This innovative project provides 14-16 year old students living in the Solent area new experiences both on and off the water. Funded by Sport England, the project includes free sailing opportuniti...

The Area Finals of the 2017 Honda Youth RIB Championship are set to get underway this month as the very best young RIB drivers battle it out on the water to secure the title of Area Champion and a spot at the National Final.

Watch the trailer he...

With more plastic than fish in our seas a possibility by 2050, according to some predictions, our reliance on plastic in all its forms is clear.

The Marine Conservation Society is once again throwing down the gauntlet to the public to take on th...

The Elite Firewire long john and top, for every age group, is constructed from technology unique to NeilPryde Sailing. It is made from a honeycomb of ‘Airdome’ chambers, which improves heat retention whilst minimising bulk and weight. ...

A unique sail tidy bag has been designed and created by Montose Rope & Sail, combining functionality with style. The Boat Bag was originally made for a sailing marshal who was unable to find a cockpit style bag that was durable, suitable for w...

The 2017 Powerboat GP British Championship leaps into gear this month as competitors head to the opening round at the Lancashire Grand Prix on Carr Mill Dam, St Helens over the Bank Holiday (29/30 Apr...

The first ever Taste of the South festival, taking place at West Field Poole Park, will see two original Sunseeker motorboats displayed alongside local producers and manufacturers from the South of England.

These two original models, namely Must...

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Start area for the Series B competitors, Race Week 2016. Photo: Liz Sagues

Top left to right: Broom 35, English Harbour Yacht 29, Kite, Aintree Beetle and Axis A20, just five of the boats at the Show.

More than 370 sailing venues across the UK will be giving people of all ages and abilities the opportunity to get out on the water and discover a new sport this May with RYA Push the Boat Out, including 21 all round W...