RSS Feed

News

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.

Sir Ben Ainslie inspires Portsmouth school pupils to dream big
Sir Ben Ainslie inspires Portsmouth school pupils to dream big
Wednesday, 18 October 2017

Sir Ben Ainslie speaks to pupils from Teach First partner school Ark Charter Academy

World Cup Gamagori kicks off Japanese racing fortnight
World Cup Gamagori kicks off Japanese racing fortnight
Tuesday, 17 October 2017

Olympians, World and European Champions are among a streamlined British Sailing Team entry to this week’s World Cup Series event in Gamagori, Japan (17 – 22 October).

The World Cup regatta – the first leg of the 2017-18 Series ...

Zhik’s Kiama Coat
Zhik’s Kiama Coat
Tuesday, 17 October 2017

Whether you are rigging the boat in driving rain, sitting it out between races or in the coach boat in bad weather you will need a reliable, waterproof coat.

The Kiama® Coat is designed for keeping warm in cold and wet conditions, especially...

Teamwork makes the dream work at ET Team Racing Championships
Teamwork makes the dream work at ET Team Racing Championships
Monday, 16 October 2017

Youth winners Sevenoaks, Junior Winners Norwich School, Youth winner Sevenoaks, Youth Firefly racing, Junior Feva racing. Credit: Paul Wyeth

Endeavour hat trick for Saxton and Lewis
Endeavour hat trick for Saxton and Lewis
Monday, 16 October 2017

Ben Saxton and Toby Lewis today added another three wins to their already impressive haul of first places from the previous day to win the 2017 Endeavour Trophy series with a race to spare.

Going into the fi...

Sail Aid UK gathers momentum
Sail Aid UK gathers momentum
Monday, 16 October 2017

Sail Aid UK, set up in September in the immediate aftermath of Hurricanes Irma, Jose and Maria wreaking violent havoc across so much of the Caribbean, reports that its first major fundraising platform, the Black Tie/Loud Shirt Dinner at Land Rover...

MAPFRE draw first blood in Volvo Ocean Race
MAPFRE draw first blood in Volvo Ocean Race
Sunday, 15 October 2017

MAPFRE In-Port Race Alicante. Photo by Pedro Martinez/Volvo Ocean Race. 14 October

Discover warming winter offers with MDL Marinas this season
Discover warming winter offers with MDL Marinas this season
Sunday, 15 October 2017

Boat owners across the UK will be able to ensure their boats are kept safe and well-maintained throughout the winter months, with savings on berthing packages and essential maintenance from MDL Marinas.

Winter offers at its marinas on the south,...

Land Rover BAR install the UK’s first Seabin
Land Rover BAR install the UK’s first Seabin
Sunday, 15 October 2017

© (c) Harry KH / Land Rover BAR

Countdown begins for Extreme Sailing Series™ San Diego debut
Countdown begins for Extreme Sailing Series™ San Diego debut
Friday, 13 October 2017

© Hilton San Diego Bayfront

Accident forces Socrates to abandon solo nonstop circumnavigation attempt
Accident forces Socrates to abandon solo nonstop circumnavigation attempt
Thursday, 12 October 2017

Image: Jeanne Socrates

MAPFRE edges Team Brunel to win abbreviated Prologue Leg
MAPFRE edges Team Brunel to win abbreviated Prologue Leg
Thursday, 12 October 2017

Leg Zero, Prologue, Tuesday Oct. 10 Position Report on-board MAPFRE. Photo by Jen Edney/Volvo Ocean Race. 11 October, 2017

Free training for boaters in Pembrokeshire
Free training for boaters in Pembrokeshire
Thursday, 12 October 2017

New Berth Holders at Neyland Yacht Haven will now benefit from a free sailing or motorboating training session on board their own boat.

The Pembrokeshire marina is giving boaters the chance to improve their knowledge and skills with a compliment...

Rolex Middle Sea Race
Rolex Middle Sea Race
Wednesday, 11 October 2017

GLOBAL YACHT RACING – EH01, GBR 4778R, Design: First 47.7, Owner: Andy Middleton, Skipper: Andy Middleton, Country: United Kingdom, LOA: 14.5

Berth Holder Cruise from Lymington to Newtown Creek
Berth Holder Cruise from Lymington to Newtown Creek
Wednesday, 11 October 2017

Lymington Yacht Haven in October is normally the time of year when winter bookings are made and boats are lifted ashore for winter storage!

But this October, the Yacht Haven in the Western Solent attempted to change that cycle with an autumn cru...

Island RIBs announces partnership
Island RIBs announces partnership
Wednesday, 11 October 2017

RIB manufacturer Island RIBs has announced a partnership with French distributor Naultilots Sarl.

The first RIB sold under the agreement was handed over to Nautilots representatives at the Yachtmarket.com Southampton Boat Show 2017.

Topsails’ Airbnb Insurance
Topsails’ Airbnb Insurance
Wednesday, 11 October 2017

Topsail Insurance has added a new insurance policy for UK and European boat owners.

The new Airbnb Host Boat Insurance policy will provide cover for all boat owners who would like to use their motor boat, sailing yacht or inland craft ...

Vanishing Sail, award winning Caribbean feature Doc coming to Plymouth
Vanishing Sail, award winning Caribbean feature Doc coming to Plymouth
Wednesday, 11 October 2017

On the island of Carriacou in the West Indies, the last wooden sailboat builder dreams of saving a great tradition passed down the generations from Scottish settlers that sailed there centuries ago. The film follows Alwyn's journey over three year...

Princess Launch the All-New S78
Princess Launch the All-New S78
Tuesday, 10 October 2017

The all-new Princess S78 will take the mantle as the flagship of the Princess S Class range of sportbridge yachts.

From the moment you step aboard she impresses with her grand central access to the cockpit. The versatile modular seating and soci...

Thompson takes Laser European title
Thompson takes Laser European title
Tuesday, 10 October 2017

After coming agonising close in previous editions, two-time Laser World Champion Nick Thompson takes European title in Barcelona as racing drew to a close this weekend.

With the challenging Barcelona breeze, Thompson knew consistency was key to ...

About

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.

Follow Us