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Storm-lashed solo sailor rescued
The yacht's sails were 'blown out' by severe weather conditions
Anna Wardley begins Isle of Wight swim
And she's off! 'Gosport's mermaid' embarks on 56-mile final challenge
Warning to secure mooring lines after yachts run aground
Kilrush RNLI attend three drifting vessels on the River Shannon
Understanding storms – ‘wind before rain’
Take note of the development of a frontal system
Ladies’ Day attractions at the Southampton Boat Show
Women are encouraged to get on the water this Thursday, 19 September
Consultation on byelaws to protect reef features
Find out more about draft byelaws to prohibit the use of bottom towed fishing gear in four key areas
Sunshine boosts spirits at the Southampton Boat Show
Product launches and live demonstrations attract crowds after a damp Sunday
Thousands attend Southampton Boat Show opening weekend
Ahoy there! The show is celebrating its 45th year
Plymouth Yacht Haven buys Western Hangar
Expansion plans for the South West marina
Coastguard launches ‘Register for Rescue’ campaign
It could speed up your rescue and even save your life
Behind the scenes with RNLI lifesavers
A stunning sea rescue photography book and exhibitionis launched
‘Which Marina’ offers free charts to harbours
A new mapping tool for easy passage planning to marinas
PBO Project Boat: Hantu Biru
A budget boat restoration of a Snapdragon 23
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Southampton Boat Show final countdown
Meet the RYA's new Bob the Buoy mascot...and MUCH more!
Braid end-to-end splice
This splice is useful on board where you need to create an endless loop - some in-mast furling and gennaker furlers require it - and it's a good one to…
Dave Selby podcast: ‘Mad About The Boat’
Sailors getting all of a lather
Rudder raised from seabed after 400 years
It is part of the Swash Channel Wreck
Andrew Simpson Sailing Foundation launches
The Bart Squad will see children mentored by their heroes
Essential checklist for planning a passage
PBO contributor Sticky Stapylton's handy guide to planning and making a passage