There is a strong tidal stream. Would you set off on a port or starboard tack? James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship
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Should you push on with a tired boat crew?
With a tidal stream against you and a tired boat crew, should you push on or turn around? James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship
Cruising northern Europe: The best places to sail to
Miranda Delmar-Morgan recommends a few of her favourite places to sail when cruising northern Europe between Atlantic France and the Kiel Canal
Yachting Monthly August 2021 – on sale 22 July
Inside the August 2021 issue of Yachting Monthly we cruise the 10 best rivers in the British Isles, find out more about the new tech cleaning up inboard engines, learn…
RNLI defends rescuing migrants in the Channel
The RNLI has said it will continue to rescue people at sea, regardless of how they came to be in the water
When is the right time to alter course?
You are on a collision course and the ship should give way. What do you do?
How to sail to France from the UK
For home-waters sailors who are considering a holiday cruise to France, Ken Endean looks at the options for making a dash across the English Channel
Which is the best approach for Guernsey?
The RYA's former Yachtmaster chief examiner, James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship. This month, which is the best route to Guernsey?
If you have radar, would you set sail in fog?
James Stevens answers your questions of seamanship - this month, is radar enough for a foggy Channel crossing?
Overdue British solo sailor Robin Davie makes contact
Seasoned offshore sailor Robin Davie has made contact. It follows an all ships alert for the solo skipper after he was reported overdue on a 300 miles passage from France…