Jazz Turner reflects on her circumnavigation achievement of being the first disabled person to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted around the UK and Ireland
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Abandoned boats and end-of-life vessels – a growing problem
Abandoned boats and end-of-life vessels are a growing problem and environmental concern, agree UK harbour authorities, sailors and community groups.
Craig Wood completes solo, non-stop and unsupported Pacific voyage
Triple amputee Craig Wood has achieved his goal of becoming the world’s first triple amputee to sail solo, non-stop and unassisted across the Pacific Ocean.
Eight bells for Japanese sailing legend Minoru Saito
Japanese sailor and eight-time solo circumnavigator Minoru Saito has died. He made history in 2011 as the oldest person to sail solo around the world
Dinghy Cruising Association at 70
The Dinghy Cruising Association may be 70 years old – but it’s never been so on trend, reports Laura Hodgetts
Five boats destroyed by fire at Portsmouth boatyard
Fire investigation officers are working to establish the cause of a fire that broke out at a boatyard in Tipner Lane in Portsmouth, Hampshire, destroying five boats.
Yacht charter in Europe: where to sail
From bareboat to skippered or flotilla holidays, Laura Hodgetts looks at options for sunnier climes a few hours’ flight away
Left for dead after falling overboard: how one sailor survived 5 hours lost at sea before rescue
Roger Cottle was presumed dead after falling overboard a 27ft yacht and lost at sea for five-and-a-half hours in a holed lifejacket, at night
Plan to secure future of nautical publisher Imray paper charts
Good news for Imray's paper charts: the nautical publisher and freytag & berndt aim to “ensure the continued availability” of Imray's paper charts and books
Big worries over new MCA Sport and Pleasure Code of Practice
Sail training providers across the UK are warning the cost of proposed changes to the Maritime and Coastguard Agency’s (MCA) ‘Sport and Pleasure Code of Practice’ could have a ‘devastating’…
Have your say on boat licensing via the Canal and River Trust survey
Share your experiences and suggestions for improvement via the Canal and River Trust's boat licensing survey – are changes needed for the network’s future?
Where to recycle old sails and end of life kit – drop off points across the UK and Europe
Got old sails and old rope that you don't want to put into landfill? The ReSail platform allows sailors to find free drop-off points to give new life to end-of-life…
New AIS MOB device rule affecting sailors
Big changes to marine radio device rules are planned to be brought into the UK. The only MOB AIS devices allowed will be those that incorporate DSC on Ch70.
Ian Williams named YJA Yachtsman of the Year
Ian Williams has been named the Yachting Journalists' Association's Yachtsman of the Year; Jessye Opoku-Ware was awarded the 2024 YJA Young Sailor of the Year
Launch of Sunsail’s sailing club prizes for 2025 at RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Up to £6,000 can be won by sailing charities and RYA sailing and yacht clubs with the best grassroots initiative, plus £2,000 runner-up prizes. Apply online for Sunsail's Funding the
Triple amputee Craig Wood prepares for 80 day solo Pacific crossing
Triple amputee Craig Wood is gearing up for a world record setting solo voyage across the Pacific to change perceptions of what disabled people can do and show that sailing…
Talks schedule and sailing stars confirmed for RYA Dinghy and Watersports Show
A host of British sailing stars are set to join tactical and technical experts and inspiring adventurers as guest speakers at the RYA Dinghy & Watersports Show
Coroner calls for boat law to deter drunk sailing
A coroner has raised concerns about the lack of legislation prohibiting the use of alcohol or drugs by those helming a vessel for private or pleasure use, following the death…
Boaters warned of dehumidifier fire risk
Following a blaze on a Sadler 29, boaters are being warned of the risks of a dehumidifier fire risk and are being urged to make regular checks
Weir Wood Sailing Club has closed – sad news for grassroots sailing
Weir Wood Sailing Club (WWSC), in East Sussex, has made the "difficult decision to close" its sailing and windsurfing centre on Weir Wood Reservoir