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Haven Knox-Johnston is set to host a free webinar, Cruising the European Inland Waterways, on Thursday 13th March at 7:30pm. Partnering with The Cruising Association, this informative session will provide essential insights for those looking ...

Seeking a new opportunity for 2025? Applications are now open to become one of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution’s (RNLI) face-to-face fundraisers.

Watersports fanatics need look no further than Farnborough International this weekend (22-23 February) where RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show exhibitors will be showcasing all their latest kit and innovations for the coming season.

Now in it’s 7th year, the Yarmouth Sea Songs Festival will once again take place on The Green, opposite Yarmouth Harbour over the Bank Holiday weekend of 23 – 26 May.

In collaboration with two prestigious archive collections, the Scottish Maritime Museum celebrates the three remarkable yacht building dynasties which led Scotland’s golden age of sailing in a new exhibition opening on Saturda...

A RNLI volunteer whose cochlear implant has helped keep him saving lives at sea wants others living with hearing loss to know they are not alone.

Prepare to launch yourself into the new sailing season at this weekend’s RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show (22-23 February), where the RYA team will be on hand with all the know-how you need to progress.

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Cariad, a magnificent gaff ketch launched in 1896, has weathered more than just storms at sea. Her history is a captivating tale of glory, neglect and ultimately, a passionate rebirth. From winning prestigious regattas and hosting royalty to langu...

The Barton Marine team return to Farnborough for the RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show on 22 and 23 February.  At this year’s show they will launch new dinghy hardware, run a daily competition, celebrate the successes of Rising Star,...

Celebrating the beauty and diversity of the Beaulieu River through the lens of talented local photographers, the new photo exhibition Beaulieu River: In Focus has been officially opened by Lord Montagu and Mary Montagu-Scott.

Yacht charter company, Sunsail has announced the return of its Funding the Future initiative for 2025, which will once again offer sailing charities, Royal Yachting Association (RYA) sailing and yacht clubs, and British Universities Sailing Associ...

The Ocean Cruising Club has announced the winners of its 2024 awards for sailing and voyaging accomplishments featuring its Seamanship Award to British Vendée Globe racer Pip Hare and the Lifetime Award to Canadian Victor Wejer.

There are many RNLI volunteer roles that are critical in enabling our lifeboats to save lives at sea; one of the key positions of responsibility is that of the Launch Authority who is directly involved in the lifesaving operations.

MDL Marinas has announced that Desty Marine has become the latest high-profile business to join its Otium loyalty programme, taking the total number of partners in the scheme to an impressive 45. Desty Marine, based at Hamble Point Marina, provide...

As the new season beckons, there’s no better time to refresh your sailing staples – and with over 170 exhibitors at the 2025 RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show (22 – 23 February) you’re sure to find all the hardware you need...

Whether you want to feel like you’ve stepped through your TV into the world of White Lotus, or want to discover the hidden gems of Thailand away from the crowds of tourists expected to visit after the series airs, travel expert Ash...

MV Tern, the oldest vessel in Windermere Lake Cruises 16 strong fleet, is proving age is no object as she gears up for action this weekend following a winter refurbishment.

National marina group, boatfolk, has completed a series of upgrade works at Royal Quays Marina in North Shields.

Join Southampton’s heritage steamship SS Shieldhall for a rarely seen and wonderful sight on southern coastal waters on Saturday 13th September when two heritage steamships, Shieldhall and Waverley, both built in Scotland and today forming p...