Follow the build-up to the 2022 Golden Globe Race as the skippers prepare to race solo around the world without the use of modern technology
Katy Stickland
Editor
Sailing to France after Brexit: the reality for a UK sailor
UK sailor Paul Dale shares his experiences of sailing to France after Brexit on his Jeanneau 30
Brexit VAT: Your questions answered
Yachting Monthly experts help you unravel the new regulations in relation to the thorny issue of VAT following the end of the Brexit transition period
Mid-Atlantic rescue: Magic Dragon assists ARC crew
A mid-Atlantic Mayday sends chills down the spine of ARC crew member Craig Gray
Global Solo Challenge: racing around the world in a 34ft boat
Dafydd Hughes was the second sailor to sign up for the Global Solo Challenge. He shares how he is preparing to race his S&S 34 around the world
Becoming sea gypsies: life as full time sailors in the UK
Guy Clegg shares how his family became sea gypsies, leaving behind their lives as organic farmers to become full-time sailors in the UK
Admiralty paper charts to cease
The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has announced it will stop producing Admiralty paper charts by late 2026 to increase its focus on its digital navigation products and services
Easing of restrictions for EU VAT paid yachts delayed
Currently, VAT has to be paid again on all EU-VAT paid yachts, based in the EU, which were purchased before 31 December 2020 and are brought into the UK
Sailing Sweden: dodging the rocks
Phil Woollam and his family weave their way through the islands of Sweden’s east coast on their Cornish Shrimper
Pelican of London: opening doors for teenagers
Former journalist Dave Rushby is funding seven places for 16-17 year olds on the Pelican of London to help them build confidence and life skills. He is hoping other people…