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Meet the British couple who set off around the world on their Hans Christian 48T, reaching over 80,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel – Sailing Fair Isle.

Emrhys Barrell, who was a long-time contributor to Practical Boat Owner, has died at the age of 78 Emrhys Barrell doing what he loved most Emrhys Barrell had a long and distinguished career at sea, as a journalist and as part of the British marine industry, writes Paul Wagstaffe. He was a pioneer in electric…

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

All current and new personal locator beacons (PLBs) carried on board a UK-flagged vessel or mechanically propelled watercraft like a jet ski, must be registered The owner of the PLB is responsible for registering their device on the Beacon Registry PLB registration will be compulsory by 15 April; it applies to both current and new…

A sailor’s guide to keeping your cool, and recognising the signs of the onset of cabin fever before it festers…

Our favourite reliable, easy to clean boat cookers that will keep your crew happy and well fed.

How have Orca created accurate Sail Routing, accessible for cruising sailors?

Looking for a new adventure novel for your bedside table, or to stow away by your bunk? Here’s our Editor’s reviews the latest boating books and novels – picking out the best sailing books for you to get stuck into next.

From their early YouTube days to now, internet sensations Riley and Elayna of Sailing La Vagabonde have built up a huge following as they shared their lives sailing the world. They have now announced that they are selling their boat and returning to land – but why?

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