Providing shelter from westerly and southerly winds, the Welsh anchorage of Porth Nefyn offers an escape from the crowds, says Dag Pike
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Summer calling – Editor’s letter April 2021
Inevitably, once polished seamanship skills will have lost some of their lustre when we do get back on the water... Theo Stocker introduces the April 2021 issue of Yachting Monthly
UK Brexit deal: Sir Robin Knox-Johnston backs campaign to change 90 day visa rule
The Cruising Association is campaigning for sailors to be given a 180-day cruising visa for EU countries, rather than being limited to just 90 days in 180 days
Challenge to Brexit deal immigration rule
The Brexit deal only allows UK sailors to cruise the EU for 90 days in every 180-day period. Pilot book author Gordon Knight is now campaigning for visa reciprocation
Drake’s Pool, Crosshaven: an Irish gem
Jonty Pearce finds complete shelter in this historic and tranquil Irish anchorage close to Cork Harbour
25 Cruising Heroes for the 21st century
Katy Stickland chooses 25 modern cruising sailors who have inspired others to throw off the bowlines and explore by sail
The sea kindly Hallberg-Rassy 352
Hallberg-Rassy is known for its sea-kindly and solid boats. Duncan Kent examines the nuances of the popular Hallberg-Rassy 352
Jon Sanders: The way of the world
Jon Sanders has circumnavigated the world 11 times. Elaine Bunting finds out what drives him to keep seeking out the solace of the sea
Sailing Scotland: the best routes
Whether you’ve just got a few days to explore the West Coast, or the open North Atlantic is calling, Scotland’s sea routes offer almost endless options says Brian Black…
Why a yacht makes the best liferaft
A liferaft is reassuring, but only to be used as an absolute last resort. James Stevens explores the main scenarios that could lead to abandoning ship, and what to do…