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The Blue Peter – a regular visitor to Barbados Sailing Week – photo Peter Marshall

Using reusable water bottles is just one target for the sailing clubs

Matthew Birks, technical expert from Eberspächer, advises on maintaining your on board diesel fuelled air heating system.

If your boat is a working boat or you live aboard we recommend having an accredited dealer inspect your installation a...

The approach of October reminds me of the annual Munich Oktoberfest, surely the most famous beer festival in the world.

Running this year from 21 September to 6 October, the event conjures up images of clinking steins of beer, raucous singing, n...

There is a good chance that you know someone who volunteers, or perhaps volunteer yourself. The RYA works to ensure these hardworking people are recognised for their contribution.

According to Sport England 6.7 million people – 14.9 per ce...

Birdham Pool Marina lies within the sheltered, unspoilt waters of Chichester Harbour, just five miles from the quaint yet bustling town of Chichester.

On arrival at the marina, you feel transported a million miles away, yet Birdham is ...

Throughout October, the RYA is once again offering double commission to all clubs, training centres and marine organisations signed up to the RYA Joining Point programme.

Designed for life on and offshore, and perfect for any adventure on the water, Gill’s UV Tec range combines form and function. This stylish range of clothes features t-shirts, shorts and trousers, and is ideal for multisport, multi-activity...

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Running the same week as Cowes in AugUST, the HISC Youth Race Week sailors did not shy away from a strong breeze, but instead embraced the excess of 20 knots winds and the exciting waves caused by wind against tide.

With 10 different fleets (RS ...

Image: Mylor Yacht Harbour

Throughout October RYA members enjoy not one but two special gifts when they sign up their friends and family to RYA membership, with the RYA Refer a Friend scheme.

Refer a Friend rewards existing members for spreading the word about RYA members...

Garmin has announced the all-new GPSMAP 86 handheld series, a feature-packed addition to its marine handheld collection. Both the GPSMAP 86s and the GPSMAP 86i support optional Garmin BlueChart g3 cartography with integrated Navionics data. With ...

If you are looking for an autumnal dress, or perhaps something for a late break, this dress by Protest could be just the thing. Printed with a lovely tropical print of flowers and leaves, there is a small gathering at the chest and the back of th...

Tom Slingsby wins historic first SailGP Championship for Australia. Image: Sam Kurtul/SailGP

The Shakespeare® Marine team receive their Innovation Award at the Maritime UK Awards 2019.

L-R Josh Loman, Mike Glanville, Millie Nation, Lord Iliffe, Katie Anderson, Mark Todd, Alex Salisbury

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