Checking the boat in winter can feel like a chore, but it's fun to potter on board and might just save a catastrophe, says Jonty Pearce
Maintenance
Jonty Pearce: Moving home
It's time to move to a new berth for the winter, but it's not all plain sailing for Jonty Pearce
Jonty Pearce: Jobs that have no end
Acquiring an orchard has kept Jonty Pearce on land with seemingly endless jobs, but is it so different from winter maintenance? he asks
Jonty Pearce – Sprayhoods and cockpit covers
When it comes to cost, it all depends on the kind of sailing you do and your willingness to be self-sufficient, says Jonty Pearce
Essential mid-winter boat maintenance guide
Got that nagging feeling there's some maintenance you’ve forgotten to do before putting your boat to bed for the winter? Duncan Kent helps to jog your memory
Upgrade your electronics
It's time to upgrade your electronics
Winter refit planning
When your boat is out of commission during the winter, use this time to upgrade and maybe add value to it
Suffolk Yacht Harbour opens new workshop
Suffolk Yacht Harbour has opened a new workshop facility, including a boat shed that can accommodate yachts up to 70ft for refit
Make your own rigging – free demonstration
On 1 October, the team at London chandlers Arthur Beale will be demonstrating how to make your own rigging and wire rope terminals
EU considering DIY antifouling ban
The European Union could ban the use of antifouling by DIY boat owners. Help the British Coatings Federation stop this happening by taking this survey