Sam Jefferson put a selection of the leading brands through their paces. Will he stick the boot in or tread lightly?

Looking for flexible boat insurance that suites your individual needs, with a cover plan that is adjustable throughout the year? Visicover’s Freedom to Flex might have the solution.

Largs Yacht Haven is safe & sheltered on the Clyde - Discover this 730 berth Scottish marina, a gateway to west coast cruising.

A host of interesting packages for 2026 with new destinations, and a fresh look at itineraries, means now is the time to consider a dream sailing holiday in the sun writes Sue Pelling.

Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or a curious novice, racing in the Caribbean is what dreams are made of, offering charter options for all skill levels writes Sue Pelling

A guide to yacht classes, and how sailing boats are categorised for racing - a list that will continue to grow with the sport.

Cowes Week brought drama mixed with determination for the team onboard Stride Forward – an all-disabled crew racing on an un-adapted boat. Georgie Corlett-Pitt hears more about this inspirational campaign from helm Stuart Childerley and Stride Forward’s founder Holly King…

Set in heart of a historic fishing port and vibrant town in the Bristol Channel, Boatfolk’s Portishead Marina offers a safe haven for berthholders and visitors (356 berths), with plenty of cruising opportunities along the coastlines of Wales, north Devon and further afield writes Sue Pelling.

Essex Marina on the River Crouch is a convenient, well appointed privately-owned, family-run marina offering good value and easy access writes Sue Pelling. A total of 500 deep water moorings including 50 swing moorings, with access at all states of the tide.

Life on the high seas has given Jess and her family the opportunity to really indulge in lots of reading thanks to the many marina book swap hubs around the world!

Jess says that returning to the UK on holidays highlights the contrasting ways in which her children have been raised compared with their land-dwelling counterparts.

Never in his wildest dreams did Paul imagine himself on a fare-paying cruise contemplating the onboard activities!

Croatia’s Dalmatian cruising coastline with its blend of Mediterranean charm and European flair, continues to attract a growing number of visitors looking to expand their charter holiday repertoire writes Sue Pelling.

Here’s our top picks from the yacht market - some beautiful sailing boats ready for their next chapter.

On the hunt for sailing boats for sale UK? It’s time to find your perfect second hand yacht - here’s three top-end options for from Jeanneau, Southerly and Dufour.

Looking for a used yacht for sale? Here’s our pick of the latest sailing boats on the market.

Take a look at the latest arrivals to the yacht market - used boats in brilliant condition looking for new homes.

Here’s our top picks from the latest yacht designs - what’s your favourite?

A video tour of the new Saffier SE28 Leopard.

Sam Jefferson takes a look at the latest yacht designs on the market - which is your favourite?