Reclaim Your Cabin From Unwanted Guests and Pests - Tom Cunliffe’s Top Tips for Getting Rid of Mice on a Boat
Dealing with mice and unwanted guests, particularly when moored up on the dockside, takes skill and perseverance, Tom Cunliffe tells us
Sailors Never Have to Worry About Getting Cold and Wet Again - The Most Reliable Waterproof Bags for Boating to Keep Your Kit Safe and Dry
The array of dry bags on the market these days is often bewildering. On the hunt for the best bag for boating, Sam Jefferson takes a look in the 20l to 35l section of the market to see which works best.
How to Own a Yacht Without the Maintenance Headache - A Guide to the New Era of Boat Sharing, and Why it’s the Smartest Move for Modern Sailors
The thought of signing up for a yacht sharing may seem totally out of your comfort zone but you could be surprised about the options and schemes available writes Sue Pelling.
Why a Northern Europe Yacht Charter Should Be Next on Your List - Our Favourite Challenging Northern Waters That Will Reward Sailors Searching for Adventure
Long summer days and sunny, interesting anchorages and marinas await those charter sailors willing to calculate tides and depths and watch the weather forecasts.
Is Phil Robertson the Secret Weapon That Will Turn the Swiss Team Into a Dangerous Threat? Tudor Team Alinghi America’s Cup Line-Up Announced
Will the new line-up for Tudor Team Alinghi, formerly Alinghi Red Bull Racing, bring the Swiss up to speed with the more established teams in the 38th America’s Cup?
Is Electric Sailing About to Become Reliable, Affordable, and Standardised For All - How Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot’s E-LEKTRA MARINE Will Change the Industry
This landmark collaboration between Groupe Beneteau and Fountaine Pajot marks a definitive shift in maritime history.
How Finding a Good Tender Will Transform Your Yachting Life - Best Inflatable Tenders and Tom Cunliffe’s Outboard Tips
A good tender is worth its weight in gold and opens up new vistas to explore once you drop the hook. It can also get you into a good deal of trouble, Tom Cunliffe tells us.
2,000 Miles in a Boat the ‘Size of a Wheelie Bin’ - How a Lancashire Man is Raising Money for Cancer Research UK with Record-Breaking Transatlantic
On a mission to raise money for Cancer Research UK, Andrew Bedwell is setting off across the Atlantic in a boat the ‘size of a wheelie bin’.
Scotland’s Most Breathtaking Boating Holidays - 12 Scenic Stops You Can’t Miss
The best boating holidays Scotland has to offer - Here’s a breakdown of the top Scottish cruising grounds, from Eyemouth to the Outer Hebrides.
Why sailing solo is a skill everyone should master
Offwind sails keep you sailing in
lighter airs, but a furling system
will make it far safer and easier
to rig and set sails solo
Whether it’s by choice or necessity, being able to handle your vessel solo in harbour and at sea is a safety skill that’s also hugely enjoyable, says Detlef Jens
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The Best Fixed VHF Radios for 2026 - The Ultimate Buyer’s Guide for Serious Boaters and Sailors
We take a look at the best fixed mount VHF radios on the market.
Should you still be choosing pyrotechnic flares?
When a Yachting Monthly reader questions the need for pyrotechnic flares, our resident expert, Rachael Sprot, explains the pros and cons
Sarah and Jan co-own Audax, a Hanse 348 based in Plymouth for cruising the West Country and northern France. They …Continue reading »
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Sailing the Shipping Forecast: Everything You Need to Know about Channel 4’s Must-Watch New Series
How well do you know the British Coastline? 100 years after the Shipping Forecast was born, comes a documentary series delving into the wonderful unique areas along the route.
How to Get the Most Out of Chartering in Greece - Sailing in Cyclades, Ionian and the Saronic Gulf
Editor’s picks on chartering and cruising in Greece: look at the options in three popular areas - Cyclades, Ionian, Saronic Gulf.
Solving yacht engine trouble: ‘Water had got in through the filler cap’
Photo: Clare James Photography
Pinning down what caused recurrent yacht engine trouble that affected multiple cruises took patience and perseverance for Justin Morton
A year or so ago I was helping a friend, Monty Halls, bring his boat Sobek, around from Plymouth to …Continue reading »
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Trying to Save Money at Sea, and Getting It Wrong: Tom Cunliffe’s Column on When DIY Costs More Than It Saves
Tom Cunliffe muses on how sailing has been likened to standing under a cold shower ripping up £10 notes. It’s an outlook that occasionally has the ring of truth. Tom opted to take economising measures…
Red Flags to Look Out For on Second Hand Yachts - How to Make Buying a Used Boat Your Smartest Move
Guide and checklist for second hand yacht buyers - what to do, and what not to do when you’re buying a used boat.
Sailing Yacht Charter Destinations We Can’t Stop Dreaming About - Where to Sail Beyond the Mediterranean and Caribbean
You may be used to the Med and Caribbean, but island hopping in the Tropics from one lush palm tree-lined beach to the next is a popular choice for a sailing yacht charter holiday.
Heading Up the Mast? Here’s the Best Bosun’s Chairs We’d Choose Every Time
With one of these bosun’s chairs you’ll forever be confident and comfortable heading up the mast.
How an America’s Cup Team Is Bridging the Gap For Women in Sport - Two New Female Sailors Join Emirates Team New Zealand
The future for women in sailing is continuing to brighten, as we see the Emirates Team New Zealand bridge the gap for female and youth sailors in professional sailing, with two new female sailors entering the squad.