Archaeological digs at historic shipyard Buckler’s Hard have revealed a well-preserved 18th century slipway. ‘This dig has exceeded all expectations as so much of the structure has survived preserved under…
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Inside ARC 2025: New 24/7 broadcasts bring the iconic rally to a global audience
Around 900 participants from over 30 different countries are expected to set off from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria for the 2025 ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers), the rally’s 40th edition.…
150 Years of the RYA: How a Gentlemen’s Club became the World’s Sailing Powerhouse
We’re lucky to have the Royal Yachting Association. Our national body for all forms of recreational boating, under power and sail, spreads its influence throughout the nation and across the…
Stunning new images and stories witness to the changing marine environment
£2,000 and two brand new cameras were given as prizes in the annual marine environmental journal competition, plus £1,000 given to charity
Call to save historic £6 million chart collection
The extraordinary collection, which includes the first chart drawn by Captain James Cook, has been barred from export to allow time for a UK gallery, museum or institution to acquire…
Organised crime gang planned to smuggle cocaine in transatlantic yacht race
The gang, who also imported more than half a tonne of cannabis, was stopped by the Organised Crime Partnership – a joint National Crime Agency and Metropolitan Police Service unit…
3 Scottish brothers complete record-setting row across the Pacific
3 Scottish brothers have set a new record for rowing across the Pacific. Since April, Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean have been rowing from South America to Australia in their…
Sunsail and RYA bring all-female crew to Cowes Week
For the first time, Sunsail and the RYA brought an all-female crew to Cowes Week 2025. “It’s a meaningful step,” said Katrina Lawson, Head of Brand and Acquisitions at Sunsail.…
Applications are open to become the next Maritime Solent Charity Partner
Applications are open to become Maritime Solent Charity Partner for 2025-2026! In order to be eligible, charities need to: operate predominantly in the Solent region conduct their charitable activities in…
New charitable trust at Buckler’s Hard Shipyard
The new trust, based in Buckler’s Hard on the banks of the Beaulieu River, plans to deliver courses, talks, demonstrations and projects to build skills, knowledge and collections relating to…