Not all of us have the luxury of leisurely cruising, with many of us having to make do with two or three weeks during the summer. Sailing to the Channel…
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Mid-Atlantic rescue: Magic Dragon assists ARC crew
A mid-Atlantic Mayday sends chills down the spine of ARC crew member Craig Gray
Global Solo Challenge: racing around the world in a 34ft boat
Dafydd Hughes was the second sailor to sign up for the Global Solo Challenge. He shares how he is preparing to race his S&S 34 around the world
Cleats, clutches and jammers: which to use and when?
Sailing would be nothing without rope, but rope would be of little use if there was no way to fix, belay or secure it. Early sailors must have quickly realised…
Becoming sea gypsies: life as full time sailors in the UK
Guy Clegg shares how his family became sea gypsies, leaving behind their lives as organic farmers to become full-time sailors in the UK
Admiralty paper charts to cease
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced it will stop producing Admiralty paper charts by late 2026 to increase its focus on its digital navigation products and services
Knot books: our pick of the best
Having knot books onboard or at home is always useful, especially if sailing with beginner crew. We pick a range of new titles for the cruising and racing sailor
Quick Nautical Equipment – Olympic Anchors
A couple of decades ago there was a rush of innovation in anchor design, but the pace of change has slowed since then. However, Quick Nautical Equipment, brand of Quick…
Easing of restrictions for EU VAT paid yachts delayed
Currently, VAT has to be paid again on all EU-VAT paid yachts, based in the EU, which were purchased before 31 December 2020 and are brought into the UK
Sailing Sweden: dodging the rocks
Phil Woollam and his family weave their way through the islands of Sweden’s east coast on their Cornish Shrimper