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7 rescued from Twin Wakes as boat starts sinking in the Solent
The crew of Twin Wakes were forced to abandon the vessel when it starting taking on water. It is used as a committee boat for racing on the Solent, including…
Embarrassing lesson for Australian boat owner
The owner of the boat was left red faced after he failed to properly secure his speedboat in its trailer. The vessel broke free and slid off onto the road.
New yacht for Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust in Scotland
The Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust has bought its first yacht based in Scotland, following support from players of the People's Postcode Lottery.
Brewery targets marine pollution by inventing edible six-pack rings
The edible six-pack rings are made from brewing by-products and are now being trialled. It's hoped they will eventually replace the plastic six-pack rings.
Check you don’t bring back unwanted visitors on board this summer!
Taking your boat abroad this summer? The RYA is encouraging boaters to make sure unwanted invasive species are not brought back to the UK.
Pictures: Mini Mouse rescued after getting stuck in the mud
The tiny Brussels Griffon, Mini Mouse, was stuck on a muddy island at Langstone Harbour, Portsmouth. The tide was rising fast. See pictures of the dog's rescue here!
New boats and brands for Southampton Boat Show 2016
The Southampton Boat Show in September is set to showcase a variety of exciting new attractions, brands, boats and product debuts. Advance tickets are now on sale.
Olympic sailing ramp collapses just days before the start of the games
Work is now underway to repair the partially collapsed ramp at the main Olympic sailing venue at Marina da Glória at Guanabara Bay. No one was injured in the incident.…
Life jacket warning after Lough Derg rescue
The Lough Derg RNLI is warning boaters to make sure there are enough life jackets for everyone on board after a family of five had to be rescued.
Veterans finish their voyage around the British Isles
Military veterans, many of whom had little or no sailing experience, have now sailed back to Falmouth after completing a 2,000-mile voyage around Britain.
Foreign ship could face prosecution for Great Barrier Reef oil spill
The authorities in Queensland have announced that they have identified the ship that spilled tonnes of oil on the Great Barrier Reef.
10 nautically themed cocktails to try… anytime!
Suitable for any occasion whether on board or on dry land, why not sample this range of nautically themed cocktails!
Cooking on a boat: salads and light bites
From Dee Caffari's tortilla pizza to The Boat Cookbook's author Fiona Sims brown shrimp and borlotti beans salad, these delicious recipes are quick to make, require minimal cooking and are…
Classic yacht, Altricia, will sail again after arson attack
Altricia was the centrepiece of this year's London Boat Show following a three year restoration. Now the yacht is back at Mylor Yacht Harbour after an arson attack.
Youngsters reminded of dangers of hunting Pokémon
Hastings RNLI and the coastguard were put on standby following reports that three girls were in the sea playing PokémonGo. They were fully clothed.
Brother of dead Clipper sailor: “I would hate people to be discouraged from doing it”
The brother of Andrew Ashman, the first sailor to ever die in the Clipper Round the World Race, will be on board IchorCoal on Saturday when the fleet returns to…
LMAX Exchange is crowned winner of The Clipper Round the World Race 2015-2016
LMAX Exchange has been confirmed as the overall winner of The Clipper Round the World Race. Watch the interviews and see the pictures of the fleet arriving back in London.
Video: 9-year-old on inflatable dolphin rescued
The boy was out of his depth and drifting away from the shore on his inflatable dolphin. Watch as the 9-year-old is rescued by RNLI lifeguards.
Port Talbot RNLI issues warning after suspected hoax
The crew of the Port Talbot lifeboat were called out following reports of a red flare over Swansea bay. Despite an extensive search, nothing was found.
Video: Lone yachtsman rescued from upturned vessel off Ireland
Watch as a solo sailor, sitting on the hull of his upturned yacht, is rescued around 20 miles off the Co Wexford Coast, Ireland.