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Jonty Pearce – Finding the one
I was amused to read an advert by Berthon for a Southerly 110 which suggested that the yacht came ‘from the wizards of variable draft, with a Tardis like interior,…
Sailing expeditions to Spitsbergen
Wilderness travel company Aqua-Firma is now offering sailing voyages to Spitsbergen for those who want to experience the Arctice from the water
Surge in demand for British-built yachts
British Marine reports that the leisure boatbuilding industry is booming and sailing boats account for three-quarters of all new boats being built in the UK
Which is the best way to sail downwind?
Poled-out genoa, spinnaker or cruising chute? Chris Beeson finds out which to use to sail downwind, when and why
How, when and why to cross Biscay
Crossing Biscay is an offshore rite of passage like no other. Atlantic circuiteer John Simpson talks to Chris Beeson about the best way to take it on
Jonty Pearce: Weighing up anchors
My mate, Simon, called me for advice on anchor chains. Perhaps stung by my accusation that he was anchor-shy, he and Sue have decided to update Navassa’s ground tackle. They…
Granton Marina development rejection likely
Edinburgh City Council has rejected plans to build a marina as part of a regeneration of Granton Harbour, for now
Cowes Breakwater final construction underway
The final stage of the construction for Cowes Breakwater is now underway and should be finished in October
New Cowes Week ferry service
Off to Cowes Week this year? Scoot Ferries launches new service between Trinity Landing in Cowes and Hamble Town Quay for the duration of Cowes Week 2015