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ReviewsBuying a narrowboat
Nov 4, 2025Fancy a life of tranquillity on the inland waterways? Alex Smith discusses the iconic narrowboat and shares some top tips to help you find your dream boat. …Read More
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Reviews10 Great British Boat Builders
Aug 27, 2025We might be hopeless at cricket but we can still build some world beating boats. Alex Smith considers ten British yards that deserve a special place on your jingoistic hit list. …Read More
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ReviewsSlip and Stay: A guide to the best boating holiday destinations for trailer sailors.
Aug 13, 2025Our pick of some of the best dinghy sailing destinations, with slipways, camping, and other accommodation - perfect for a family holiday with the boat. …Read More
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How-To / Buying & Selling
Buying a narrowboat
Nov 4, 2025Fancy a life of tranquillity on the inland waterways? Alex Smith discusses the iconic narrowboat and shares some top tips to help you find your dream boat. …Read More
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How-To / MaintenanceHow to choose antifouling paint
Jul 24, 2025Antifouling is essential to prevent growth of weed and marine organisms on the bottom of any boat that is kept afloat. But, with so many options on the market, how do you choose the right antifouling paint for your vessel? …Read More
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How-To / Buying & SellingBoat ownership costs and budgeting
May 29, 2025How much does it cost to run a boat? Find out with the boats.com guide to budgeting for boat owners. …Read More
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How-To / MaintenanceHow to Look After and Repair Your Boat Deck: The Ultimate Guide
May 19, 2025From keeping your teak deck looking its best to repairing fiberglass leaks and soft spots, our comprehensive guide to boat deck repair will keep you high and dry. …Read More
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On the Water / Entertainment
Slip and Stay: A guide to the best boating holiday destinations for trailer sailors.
Aug 13, 2025Our pick of some of the best dinghy sailing destinations, with slipways, camping, and other accommodation - perfect for a family holiday with the boat. …Read More
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On the Water / ResourcesMarina/Anchorage: Eastbourne Marina / Sovereign Harbour
Jul 14, 2025Sovereign Harbour is the Premier Marina in Eastbourne, offering plenty of shelter for voyagers travelling between Brighton and Hastings. But what’s Eastbourne really like for visiting vessels? Pippa Shaw shares her experiences. …Read More
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On the WaterMarina/Anchorage: Royal Quays
Jun 19, 2025Royal Quays Marina in North Shields won the Yacht Harbour Association “Marina of the Year” in 2019, 2020, 2022, and 2023, but what’s it really like? Full-time liveaboard and writer Pippa Shaw shares her experiences. …Read More
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On the Water / Resources
How to Look After and Repair Your Boat Deck: The Ultimate Guide
May 19, 2025From keeping your teak deck looking its best to repairing fiberglass leaks and soft spots, our comprehensive guide to boat deck repair will keep you high and dry. …Read More
