Sir Robin Knox-Johnston on the COLREG, single-handing and more; Boat building myths busted; 10 pilotage mistakes to avoid; Celebrating the Jester Challenge at 20; Spotlight…
Practical Boat Owner
Summer 2026 – out on 4 June
The pros and cons of dinghies for downsizing; Stop leaks – tips for every sailor; How to set storm trysails; Antifoul like a pro; Ditch…
The King & Queen Pursuit Race – this Sat
Fun on the Hamble for worthy cause
PBO Green Awards 2011
Don't hide your company's green light under a bushel
PBO Green Awards 2011 – enter by June 30
Don't hide your company's green light under a bushel. Deadline extended – enter now!
Back in the water tip # 3 – tools
Got a spare half hour?
French fisherman killed in collision with Condor ferry
Eyewitness tells PBO of fog confusion
Back in the water tip # 2 – lockers
It's time to remove the 28 identical jars of jam from your bilges
MP’s husband dies at sea
Fishing accident as wife defends Coastguards in Parliament
Poole Used Boat Show – on now!
A weekend of boats on the sunny South Coast
Back in the water tip # 1 – split pins
No snags!
PBO on your phone!
New site brings you PBO on the go
Young dinghy sailors offered financial support
Sponsorship available for training costs
Pirate hostage family alive
Captured yacht crew seen by Danish reporter
How to complete your Census on a boat
Government issues advice to water dwellers
Choosing the right roller for antifouling
Don't persevere with an inappropriate roller!
Coastguard consultation period extended
Deadline extended by six weeks - get your voice heard!
Sailing under main only
How to go to windward
Deck paint tip
Roll it on for a better texture
Olympics tickets are on sale
Sign up online to buy tickets for events including sailing
Tsunami rips into Japan following earthquake
Scenes of destruction reported, ship missing
Confectionary in a first aid kit
Hotels to the rescue!