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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.

Applications now open for Fairline Yachts apprenticeship programme
Applications now open for Fairline Yachts apprenticeship programme
Tuesday, 09 May 2017

Members of the Fairline production team

Opening Ceremony of the 35th America’s Cup
Opening Ceremony of the 35th America’s Cup
Tuesday, 09 May 2017

Full details have been announced today about the line-up for the Official Opening Ceremony of the 35th America’s Cup, taking place on the Main Stage in the America’s Cup Village in the Royal Naval Dockyard, Bermuda, from 8.30pm on 26 M...

Crewsaver renews its partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation
Crewsaver renews its partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation
Tuesday, 09 May 2017

Crewsaver has announced the renewal of its partnership with the Andrew Simpson Foundation.

Extended for an additional three years, the partnership sees Crewsaver supply not only the equipment required for the Andrew Simpson Sailing Centre in Wey...

South East Zone triumphant at RYA Eric Twiname Championships
South East Zone triumphant at RYA Eric Twiname Championships
Monday, 08 May 2017

Credit: OnEdition Action/RYA

LAND ROVER UK BACKS GRASSROOTS SAILING
LAND ROVER UK BACKS GRASSROOTS SAILING
Sunday, 07 May 2017

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...

Death in the Ice: The Shocking Story of Franklin’s Final Expedition
Death in the Ice: The Shocking Story of Franklin’s Final Expedition
Saturday, 06 May 2017

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

#LifejacketSafe initiative
#LifejacketSafe initiative
Friday, 05 May 2017

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...

Sailing celebs support Southampton’s first ever sailing week
Sailing celebs support Southampton’s first ever sailing week
Friday, 05 May 2017

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...

Ancasta announces line up for Poole Harbour Boat Show
Ancasta announces line up for Poole Harbour Boat Show
Thursday, 04 May 2017

Beneteau Oceanis 38.1

Yacht Haven Quay, Plymouth
Yacht Haven Quay, Plymouth
Thursday, 04 May 2017

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...

Push the Boat Out this summer
Push the Boat Out this summer
Thursday, 04 May 2017

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...

The development of lifejackets and safety equipment
The development of lifejackets and safety equipment
Thursday, 04 May 2017

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...

Wine of choice
Wine of choice
Thursday, 04 May 2017

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.

Solent students Go Sail thanks to the 1851 Trust
Solent students Go Sail thanks to the 1851 Trust
Wednesday, 03 May 2017

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...

Start your engines for the 2017 Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship
Start your engines for the 2017 Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship
Wednesday, 03 May 2017

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...

Marine Conservation Society urges people to get through June without plastic
Marine Conservation Society urges people to get through June without plastic
Monday, 01 May 2017

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...

Elite Firewire
Elite Firewire
Sunday, 30 April 2017

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. ...

The Boat Bag
The Boat Bag
Sunday, 30 April 2017

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...

Powerboat GP British Championship leaps into gear
Powerboat GP British Championship leaps into gear
Friday, 28 April 2017

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...

Sunseeker Drop Anchor at Taste of the South
Sunseeker Drop Anchor at Taste of the South
Friday, 28 April 2017

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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