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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.

Flying 10 wins Concours d’Elegance at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show 2017
Flying 10 wins Concours d’Elegance at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show 2017
Monday, 06 March 2017

The Flying 10, an Uffa Fox singlehanded dinghy design from 1949 and the smallest of his ‘Flying’ series of keelboats, has won the 2017 Concours d’Elegance at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show.

The boat, built by Dan Johnson and T...

ilovesailing calendar competition
ilovesailing calendar competition
Sunday, 05 March 2017

With the continued success of the ilovesailing calendar competition over the last few years, which has seen hundreds of sailing enthusiasts share their favourite sailing pictures, the RYA has announce the return of this popular competition giving ...

Oceanco unveils Amara – a 120m ‘resort’ yacht
Oceanco unveils Amara – a 120m ‘resort’ yacht
Friday, 03 March 2017

Amara, Oceanco’s newly designed and engineered 120m private yacht concept, has been unveiled at the Dubai International Boat Show.

Oceanco revealed the lifestyle philosophy of creating a yacht designed for extended families and friends. Th...

Hamble Yacht Services Refit & Repair broadens range
Hamble Yacht Services Refit & Repair broadens range
Friday, 03 March 2017

Hamble Yacht Services Refit & Repair has been appointed sole UK dealer for Jet Thrusters and is also now able to supply and install Quick Marine products.

If a boat owner is restricted for space or keen to find a simple solution to the commo...

Enjoy double gifts in March with RYA Refer a Friend
Enjoy double gifts in March with RYA Refer a Friend
Friday, 03 March 2017

Throughout March the RYA is giving members the chance to take home not one but two special gifts when they sign up their friends and family to RYA membership.

The RYA Refer a Friend scheme, which has been running since 2014, rewards existing mem...

FG Bank Monaco crowned EFG Sailing Arabia – The Tour winners
FG Bank Monaco crowned EFG Sailing Arabia – The Tour winners
Thursday, 02 March 2017

EFG Sailing Arabia – The Tour 2017
Credit – Lloyd Images

Dean & Reddyhoff acquires Hamble marina and boatyard
Dean & Reddyhoff acquires Hamble marina and boatyard
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Deacons Marina L-R Michael Prideaux, Dean & Reddyhoff Managing Director, Nick Gill, Deacons Marina Boatyard Manager, Rachael Foster, Deacons Marina Manager, and Lucas Shotts, Dean & Reddyhoff Director (ex-Deacons Ma...

Five reasons your family should visit the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Five reasons your family should visit the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Thursday, 02 March 2017

The RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show (4-5 March) is full of activities to entertain and inspire the whole family! Here’s five reasons why you should head to Alexandra Palace, London this weekend with your ‘tribe’…

1)  &n...

Training in Focus
Training in Focus
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Image: Paul Wyeth

Windermere
Windermere
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Windermere is a large lake in Cumbria’s Lake District National Park, surrounded by mountain peaks and villages, including Bowness-on-Windermere.

Windermere Marina Village enjoys a lovely spot on the sheltered shores of England’s most...

Hamble Yacht Services Marina
Hamble Yacht Services Marina
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Hamble Yacht Services Marina is located at the heart of the sailing scene in the UK.

Hamble River has long been the favourite of yacht owners and crew as the perfect place to keep a boat. Just an hour-and-a-half from London, Hamble River feeds i...

Future foiling
Future foiling
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Armel Le Cléac’h, skipper Banque Populaire VIII, winner of the Vendee Globe. Image: Vincent Curutchet / DPPI / Vendee Globe

Family set to launch ‘Emily’s Code’ to save lives
Family set to launch ‘Emily’s Code’ to save lives
Thursday, 02 March 2017

Emily’s Code, which honours the memory of teenager Emily Gardner, is set to launch on 4 March at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show in London. The Code, which was debated  in Westminster Hall, aims to prevent accidents at sea by highlighting ke...

Rooster Sailing showcases Barton Marine’s EasySplice at RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Rooster Sailing showcases Barton Marine’s EasySplice at RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Wednesday, 01 March 2017

Barton Marine’s EasySplice

Boatshed: Proud to be Local; Privileged to be Global
Boatshed: Proud to be Local; Privileged to be Global
Wednesday, 01 March 2017

Boatshed has a global reach, but understands the importance of ‘local boots on the ground.’ Boatshed is now the largest yacht brokerage organisation in the world, with agents, partners and brokers working across the UK, Europe, US, Asia and Em...

International sailing challenge
International sailing challenge
Tuesday, 28 February 2017

In May 2017, Brighton based skipper Robert Munns is taking 65 adults with Multiple Sclerosis from 15 countries on a sailing challenge in Croatia.

The Oceans of Hope Challenge in May will be a flotilla of 10 boats. Its key aim is to bring people ...

Les Voiles de St. Barth
Les Voiles de St. Barth
Tuesday, 28 February 2017

© Jouany Christophe

JHYC Valentine’s Regatta creates a splash
JHYC Valentine’s Regatta creates a splash
Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Two action packed days of racing, three party nights and a Junior Regatta bought together sailors, visitors and residents of Jolly Harbour, Antigua for an unparalleled weekend. This year saw a record number of entries with the courses being run mo...

Suzuki to showcase safety boat packages at RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Suzuki to showcase safety boat packages at RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show
Tuesday, 28 February 2017

Suzuki to showcase the ultimate safety boat packages at the RYA Suzuki Dinghy Show, 4 – 5 March.

Returning once again as the title sponsor of the RYA Dinghy Show, Suzuki Marine will be showcasing the very latest in outboard motor technolog...

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