How-to

Fed up of making New Year's resolutions that you’ve given up on by the end of January? With our list of awesome New Year's resolutions for boaters, you’ll stay motivated all year long. …Read More

Ever visited a friend’s boat and wondered where the ‘galley’ is? Or perhaps you’ve always wondered why the toilet is in the ‘head’… And what the **** does ‘starboard’ mean?! Panic no longer, as Pippa Shaw spills the secrets of the boating scene so you can sound like a seafarer without ever leaving the shore… …Read More

Solar panels are an essential investment for all kinds of boats, offering free and environmentally friendly electricity, even offshore. But how do solar panels on boats work? And how do you install a boat solar panel? …Read More

Cruiser, deck boat, runabout, sailboat, speedboat, trawler, pontoon, electric boat – which type of boat is right for you? We’ll help you make the best choice. …Read More

Getting onto the water shouldn’t mean remortgaging your home. With our list of the 12 best budget sailing boats for under £20,000, you can get sailing this summer without breaking the bank. …Read More

Rupert Holmes celebrates some of the best designs built by Westerly, Britain’s biggest boat builder for many years… …Read More

Planning a trip to Ipswich Beacon Marina (previously Ipswich Haven)? After spending winter 2023-24 moored in Ipswich, full-time liveaboard and writer Pippa Shaw shares everything you need to know! …Read More

Do you know your narrowboats from your barges? The inland waterways and canals of the UK provide a great playground, but what exactly is a narrowboat? Alex Smith explains... …Read More

If you fancy joining the UK’s growing community of liveaboard boaters, it pays to understand the basics of living on a boat. …Read More

Want to try fishing from a boat but not sure where to start? This handy guide takes you through how to fish step by step, with some handy tips to boot. …Read More