The Cruising Association is holding an evening of talks to share the latest practical advice on orca encounters, EU visas and permits and more
Katy Stickland
Editor
Dates for the 2024 Wharram Hui announced
The annual Wharram Hui is held to celebrate the work of James Wharram Designs and for owners and fans of these unique sailing catamarans
Broken bowsprit and rig damage for Evrika in the Ocean Globe Race
The bowsprit of Evrika has broken and damaged the rig of the Swan 65 ketch. It follows a collision with a buoy and fellow entrant, Triana at the start of…
Sailors and boaters asked to report basking shark sightings
The Shark Trust is asking for basking shark sightings to be reported to help understand more about the most heavily protected shark in UK and EU waters
Cole Brauer is the first American woman to complete a solo, non-stop circumnavigation via the three Great Capes
Cole Brauer is the second entrant to finish the Global Solo Challenge and has made history by becoming the first American woman to complete a solo, non-stop circumnavigation around the…
Man overboard at start of Leg 4 of the Ocean Globe Race
A crew member from Pen Duick VI was recovered from the water during the start of Leg 4 of the Ocean Globe Race; two other boats hit buoys
RNLI 200: Two centuries of saving lives
The Royal National Lifeboat Institution marks its bicentenary this year. Katy Stickland looks back at its formation and development
Lawrie Smith named YJA Yachtsman of the Year
Lawrie Smith has won the 2023 YJA Yachtsman of the Year award. The British sailor is an accomplished Olympian, America’s Cup skipper and a UK National Champion in multiple classes.…
Bob Shepton receives OCC Lifetime Award
The Reverend Bob Shepton, who has spent decades sailing and climbing in the high latitudes, has been honoured by the Ocean Cruising Club
Marie Tabarly and the Pen Duick VI crew take Leg 3 in the Ocean Globe Race
The skipper of Pen Duick VI, Marie Tabarly and her crew are the first entrants to cross the finish line in Leg 3 of the Ocean Globe Race
April issue – out 15 February
Are you ready for launch day? Essential checks from batteries to safety kit, Trade tips on buying a second hand outboard, pre-start checks and engine care, how to sail solo…
Maiden makes history again as Vuyisile Jaca, Junella King and Maryama Seck become the first black female crew members to race around Cape Horn
Maiden crew members Vuyisile Jaca, Junella King and Maryama Seck have made history by becoming the first black female crew members to race around Cape Horn
Hull damage and water ingress forces diversion of Translated 9 in the Ocean Globe Race
Ocean Globe Race IRC leader Translated 9 has been forced to divert to the Falkland Islands after the Swan 65 suffered hull damage
Iconic Broom Boats – the 125 year old Broads boating business – is up for sale
Broom Boats of Brundall is on the market. The Broads boating business has a marina and hire fleet
POP Fender: Tried and Tested
The POP Fender doesn't squeak, is maintenance free and is fully recyclable. Katy Stickland puts it to the test
Pen Duick VI around Cape Horn first in the Ocean Globe Race
Pen Duick VI, skippered by Marie Tabarly, is the first of the Ocean Globe Race fleet to round Cape Horn during Leg 3
French visa still needed for stays over 90 days
British boaters who want to spend longer than three months cruising in France will still need to apply for a visa following failed attempts to amend the French Immigration and…
Spinnaker recycling now available in Cornwall
Spinnakers can now be saved from landfill and repurposed in Cornwall, as part of Clean Sailors' ReSail initiative
March issue – out 18 January
The kit you shouldn't sail offshore without, the right boat insurance for you, how to manage E5 & E10 petrol, the best used boats for families, a step by step…
Third leg of Ocean Globe Race starts
12 yachts crossed the start line of the third leg of the Ocean Globe Race, from Auckland, New Zealand to Punta del Este, Uruguay