On the Water

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

Taking place from 10-15 September 2024, the event will showcase multiple must-see debuts and stunning world premieres. …Read More

Do you need a boating licence in the UK? Well it all depends where you are using your boat and what kind of boating you are doing. …Read More

A complete guide to new activities and returning favourites at SIBS 2024 …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