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Swan 38 used boat review: A stunning reputation for a reason
The Swan 38 os the sort of boat that has such a reputation you can feel almost daunted by the prospect of sailing one, let alone writing about it. If…
The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers: ‘The Atlantic was tough, but being prepared saw us across’
Crossing the Atlantic to cruise the Caribbean was a dream long in the making; my planning was meticulous, so, come the time of my departure on the 2024 Atlantic Rally…
Set sail with the Ocean Youth Trust South this summer
Who is the Ocean Youth Trust? Each year, the Ocean Youth Trust sails with around 450 young people from challenging or disadvantaged backgrounds, many of whom have been referred by…
‘What remains of this glorious seafaring age is one of the most beautiful seascapes in the country’
The two attractive and historically relevant towns of Haarlem and Hoorn, both close to Amsterdam, are easy to visit by boat and have so much to offer. Just for a…
‘Suddenly we found ourselves in our child’s headmaster’s office asking if anyone’s ever taken a year off to go sailing?
Ever since James and I first met, we have fantasised about going on some kind of boat-based adventure. Every time we go on holiday, we lament the fact we can’t…
‘An orange glow lit up the horizon: an oil tanker had been torpedoed’ – Dick Durham
Inside an old jewellery box sits a yellowing fang set in a gold mount. It is the triangular molar wrenched from a shark jaw trolled for somewhere in the South…
YM Celtic Triangle sailors arrive in Kinsale
A mix of experienced and Corinthian shorthanded offshore racers started the Yachting Monthly Celtic Triangle Race from Falmouth on Sunday 8th June, with the final boats finishing in Kinsale in…
How bow thrusters can help close quarters manoeuvring
Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a novice skipper, manoeuvring in tight spaces can be challenging. But with the right equipment, returning to your berth doesn’t have to be stressful.…
Crossing the Channel to explore Brittany
Like many British sailors, I had been put off going to our close neighbour Cherbourg by the thought of crossing the Channel with its shipping lanes, fast tides and bad…