Cruising Instructor and YM reader Colm Cleary shows us how to get out of a tight berth by 'spronging off'
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Anchorages: Mupe Bay, Dorset
Whilst cruising the Dorset coast Tom Cunliffe was intrigued by the sight of boats anchored behind some rocks so decided to investigate. He wasn’t disappointed by what he found in…
Ever been rescued by Swanage lifeboat?
Documentary maker looking for testimony from those rescued by Swanage RNLI lifeboat and her volunteer crew
Anchorages: Kitchen Cove, County Cork
Rush along the coast and you may miss some scarce-visited delights of Cork, including Kitchen Cove in Dunmanus Bay, says Norman Kean
RYA and Red Funnel team up for discount to Isle of Wight
The RYA is introducing a 10 per cent discount for its members travelling to the Isle of Wight with Red Funnel Ferries
20 tips for surviving strong winds
Having analysed several case studies from Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu, Tom Partridge identifies 20 key techniques for surviving strong winds
Ketch sailing: Jib and jigger
Carol and I are both admirers of the ketch rig. Some Yachting Monthly readers may have seen my article on the rig (Six reasons to sail a ketch, May 2014)…
Dutch Marines challenge Royal Marines in the Thames Great River Race
Naval rivalry adds spice to London’s Great River Race
Tilting lock ‘submerges’ yachts under low bridges
Dutch engineers have invented a 'tilting lock' that will add 8 meters clearance for yachts to pass under low bridges