There are offshore yacht races — and then there’s the RORC Round Britain & Ireland Race. A gruelling 1,805-nautical-mile challenge that circles the British Isles, this race tests every aspect of seamanship, endurance, and teamwork. Held every four years and...

Competent Crew in Autumn is one of the best ways to experience real sailing on the Solent. When the summer crowds drift away, the water transforms — quieter marinas, steadier winds, and beautiful golden light make autumn and winter the perfect seasons to learn to...

Why RYA Sailing Courses Are the Best Way to Learn to Sail RYA sailing courses are known around the world for being practical and well structured.  Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced skipper, the RYA system gives you a clear path to follow.  You’ll...

The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers: An Ocean Adventure Like No Other The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers (ARC) 2026 is one of the most iconic events in global sailing — a spectacular transatlantic rally that attracts over 200 yachts and sailors from all over the world. In...

What to Expect on an RYA Competent Crew Course: A Day-by-Day Guide Have you ever wondered what it’s really like to live aboard a yacht while learning to sail? Whether you’re completely new to sailing or just looking to build confidence on the water, the RYA Competent...

This blog answers some of the FAQS about Sailing Courses that you might have….. but might be too embarrassed to ask. Like.. How do I go to the toilet on board a yacht? What are the cabins like? Will I have to share a cabin? If you are new to sailing or considering...

Rounding the Fastnet Rock   Espresso Martini Too and Challenger 4 rounded the Fastnet Rock in the early hours of Tuesday morning with under an hour between them. Espresso rounded at 02:47 on Tuesday 29 July with Challenger 4 hot on their heels at 03:31. They sat in...

  Updates from Challenger 4 We’ve had are first updates from the team of Challenger 4. The team are pounding round the course, obviously focusing on their boatspeed, rather than blog/updates. It’s paying off though and they are in a commanding position ahead of the...

    Are you ready to upgrade your sailing skills? If you’re already a Day Skipper (or similar) and are looking to improve then the Coastal Skipper course is an ideal step towards your dreams of becoming a confident Yachtmaster.   This summer we are running a number of...