James Stevens looks at the seamanship and etiquette needed to raft up and identifies the benefits and pitfalls of coming alongside
Anchorages
Jonty Pearce: ‘Core’, it’s nice to be sailing again
Sailing again at last! Jony Pearce relishes his first proper cruise of the season visiting some nearby anchorages in Wales
‘Irresistible’ Toberdenny Harbour, Ireland
Norman Kean finds complete seclusion at Toberdenny Harbour in unspoilt County Galway on the west coast of Ireland
St Agnes, Isles of Scilly
St Agnes is a magical place, the last point of land before the Bishop Rock Lighthouse and the open Atlantic Ocean beyond. It is really two islands, the main island…
‘As the engine spluttered and conked out, panic resumed’
A series of unfortunate mistakes threatened Mark and Nadiyana Farnworth's dream maiden voyage before it began
Just the Italian job: the quieter side of Sorrento
Despite its popularity, Dag Pike discovers there is a quieter side to this beautiful Italian town
In a crowded anchorage, would you re-anchor?
The RYA's former Yachtmaster chief examiner, James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month, how would you cope with another boat anchoring too close?
Discover the North Devon harbour of Ilfracombe
Dag Pike finds shelter from westerly breezes at Ilfracombe and discovers it is a must-visit for foodie cruisers
Skippers’ Tips: Keeping furlers in check & DSC radios
Yachting Monthly experts and seasoned skippers share their advice on a whole range of issues for the cruising sailor. Do you have a tip to share? Email us at yachtingmonthly@ti-media.com…
Long Ayre Bay, Out Skerries, Scotland
The history and natural beauty make this secluded Scottish anchorage in the Out Skerries an idyllic place to drop the hook, says Jonty Pearce