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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.

Aberdeen Asset Management to offer Confidence Masterclass on the seas
Aberdeen Asset Management to offer Confidence Masterclass on the seas
Wednesday, 22 March 2017

UKSA will offer the young people valuable time spent on the water at their base in Cowes on the Isle of Wight, where they will learn basic sailing skills, try a variety of watersports and spend time in confidence building w...

Mike Golding follows in the footsteps of Sir Robin Knox-Johnston at the Little Ship Club
Mike Golding follows in the footsteps of Sir Robin Knox-Johnston at the Little Ship Club
Wednesday, 22 March 2017

Mike Golding, one of the world’s most successful offshore sailors, has been named president of London’s cruising and training yacht club, the Little Ship Club.

Mr Golding, OBE, takes over from Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, famous for bein...

The Princess Royal names new jetty for Navy’s giant aircraft carriers
The Princess Royal names new jetty for Navy’s giant aircraft carriers
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

© UK Crown copyright 2017

Gavin Reid wins again
Gavin Reid wins again
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

Gavin Reid to receive the CCA’s Rod Stephens Trophy for 2016
(photo courtesy CCA)

Testing conditions for Race 2 of the Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series
Testing conditions for Race 2 of the Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

If patience was the key factor in Race 1 then endurance and good waterproofs were the key factors in Race 2 of the Helly Hansen Warsash Spring Series.

The forecast for the Solent was SW 20 knots gusting 30 knots, and when the comm...

IC-M605EURO Marine Radio
IC-M605EURO Marine Radio
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

This advanced Class D DSC Icom radio features an integrated AIS receiver which shows real-time AIS vessel traffic information on the display, and has the capability of connecting up to three command stations providing operation/intercom via either...

Winter works at Neyland Yacht Haven supported by the local community
Winter works at Neyland Yacht Haven supported by the local community
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

This winter, Neyland Yacht Haven undertook essential maintenance work by repiling 60 pontoon piles in their Upper Basin.

A marina survey, undertaken last autumn, identified that the pontoon piles had reached the end of their natural life span an...

RYA welcomes Rooster to Member Reward Partner Programme
RYA welcomes Rooster to Member Reward Partner Programme
Tuesday, 21 March 2017

The RYA has welcomed Rooster on board as the latest RYA Member Reward Partner.

Thanks to this new relationship all RYA members will enjoy £20 off when they spend over £100 across the entire range of Rooster clothing products online a...

Helly Hansen Jackets reviewed
Helly Hansen Jackets reviewed
Monday, 20 March 2017

There is an extensive range of jackets for children from Helly Hansen from a Parka for winter to sailing jackets. Most come in a choice of colours, and so there should be something to suit everyone’s taste. With prices starting from just &po...

Riverfest to celebrate 10th Anniversary in May
Riverfest to celebrate 10th Anniversary in May
Monday, 20 March 2017

Newport’s Riverfest is preparing to set sail again, as this popular annual event enters its tenth year.

Set on Newport’s historic Quay, in the Isle of Wight’s picturesque market town, local residents and visitors will enjoy and...

Torqeedo provides new propulsion system for The Queen’s Rowbarge
Torqeedo provides new propulsion system for The Queen’s Rowbarge
Monday, 20 March 2017

Her Majesty, The Queen, with Her Rowbarge, Gloriana, CREDIT: Eva Zielinska-Millar

Royal Southern’s Open Day
Royal Southern’s Open Day
Monday, 20 March 2017

The Royal Southern YC, Hamble, is all set to welcome visitors to its
Open Day on 8th April

Southampton Sailing Week announces on-water treasure hunt
Southampton Sailing Week announces on-water treasure hunt
Sunday, 19 March 2017

Intrepid adventurers will be able to take part in high-speed treasure hunts on the water as part of Southampton Sailing Week (24 to 29 May).

Solent Events is set to run a series of treasure hunts on board RIBs during the inaugural celebration of...

Major investments at Fambridge Yacht Haven
Major investments at Fambridge Yacht Haven
Saturday, 18 March 2017

 Yacht Havens Group, owner of nine premier yachting facilities in the U.K and the Netherlands, has taken delivery of a new MK III Marina Master 8000 Dredger at its Fambridge Yacht Haven location in Essex.

The group’s continuous commit...

Conquer Cancer Foundation becomes Official Cancer Charity of the 35th America’s Cup
Conquer Cancer Foundation becomes Official Cancer Charity of the 35th America’s Cup
Saturday, 18 March 2017

Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Chicago – Racing Day 2. Image: ACEA 2016 / Photo Ricardo Pinto

Fairline Yachts announces production expansion
Fairline Yachts announces production expansion
Friday, 17 March 2017

Fairline Yachts has announced it is set to expand its manufacturing capabilities by adding a new 17,000 square foot production facility at Oundle Marina – the boatyard’s original location when it was launched 50 years ago.

Fairline&r...

Swanwick Marina Motorboat & RIB Show
Swanwick Marina Motorboat & RIB Show
Thursday, 16 March 2017

With less than two weeks to go, further boats have been added to the line-up up at the Motorboat & RIB Show at Swanwick Marina.

Taking place on 25 March and 26 March, from 10am – 4pm, this free to enter show will feature over 50 differ...

Derry-Londonderry returns as Host Port for Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race
Derry-Londonderry returns as Host Port for Clipper 2017-18 Round the World Yacht Race
Thursday, 16 March 2017

The crew of the winning transatlantic Clipper Yacht, Derry-Londonderry-Doire who received a rapturous welcome from the crowd of thousands at Ebrington Square before the Beach Boys took to the stage as part of the LegenDerry...

Award-winning Plymouth marina upgrades WiFi service
Award-winning Plymouth marina upgrades WiFi service
Thursday, 16 March 2017

Marina Manager Mark Brimacombe trying out the new, faster download speeds.

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