On the Water: Resources

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    Best Westerlys: Centaur, GK24, Discus, Fulmar and Oceanlord

    Rupert Holmes

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

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    Marina/Anchorage: Ipswich Beacon Marina

    Pippa Shaw

    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

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    Narrowboat or barge? Canal boats explained

    Alex Smith

    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

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    Living on a boat

    Alex Smith

    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

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    Rules of the Water and the Give-Way Hierarchy 

    Pippa Shaw

    In this article, we look at the boating rules of the road to discover who has the right of way, what ‘stand on’ and ‘give way’ vessels are, and how everyone can take responsibility for avoiding collisions at sea. …Read More

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    BENETEAU: a 140-year history and 5 shining stars

    François Tregouet

    Before becoming the leading yacht-building company that we're familiar with, Bénéteau started as a naval shipyard with a long family history. In no less than 140 years of history, numerous yachts bearing the essential seahorse have made their mark. We've chosen five of the most iconic. …Read More

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    Sustainable boating: 12 top tips to make your boating more eco-friendly

    Pippa Shaw

    Living on a boat can greatly reduce your carbon footprint and live closer to nature. But is simply moving aboard enough? This article outlines 12 steps you can take today to make your boating more sustainable, whether you’re a weekend cruiser or full-time liveaboard. …Read More

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    How to prepare and apply antifouling paint

    Rupert Holmes

    Learn how to apply antifouling paint with a long-lasting finish while avoiding the hazards of the toxic substance in this guide to antifouling application.  …Read More

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    Choosing a yacht: bilge keels vs fin keels

    Rupert Holmes

    Rupert Holmes dispels some popular myths about bilge keel sailing yachts. …Read More

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    Marina berthing: how to berth your boat perfectly

    Rupert Holmes

    It's the bit you dread most; after a successful day of sailing, you're faced with docking your yacht in an unfamiliar marina. Rupert Holmes outlines 10 steps to perfect marina berthing... …Read More

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