A couple of decades ago there was a rush of innovation in anchor design, but the pace of change has slowed since then. However, Quick Nautical Equipment, brand of Quick…
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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
Anchoring a boat near shore: how close can I get?
Do you know how close you can get when anchoring a boat near shore? James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship
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…
Sailing in lightning: how to keep your yacht safe
How much of a concern is a lightning strike to a yacht and what can we do about it? Nigel Calder looks at what makes a full ‘belt and braces’…
Marine mortgages: Is your paperwork up to date?
Sales of boats are being delayed in the UK because cleared mortgages continue to show up as outstanding on the UK Ship Register
Yachting Monthly August 2022 – On Sale 21 July 2022
Inside the August 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly: Get ready to sail! The best routes and destinations for 8 summer cruises to the UK and Northern Europe, 25 boats that…
Anchoring skills: expert advice to improve your knowledge
Anchoring is one of the greatest joys of sailing, yet for many people the sound of the chain rattling over the bow-roller is the start of an anxious night. Will…
Boat towels: 8 of the best for use onboard
Boat towels need to be lightweight and absorbent to be of any real use. Seasoned cruiser Duncan Kent picks the most suitable towels for life onboard