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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Boatshed Bourgogne, Boatshed Midi Canals joins French Industry Federation
Boatshed Bourgogne, Boatshed Midi Canals joins French Industry Federation
Sunday, 06 November 2011

Boatshed Bourgogne and Boatshed MidiCanals proudly announce that they have been officially recognised by the Federation des Industries Nautiques (the French equivalent of the BMF). After a meeting of regional delegates the application was appro...

Living Aboard - Part 10: Children on Board
Living Aboard - Part 10: Children on Board
Wednesday, 02 November 2011

I live aboard a narrowboat with my husband and two young children. The first questions that people often ask us are about safety. Our children were born on board and have had the risks stressed to them every day. If you are planning to move a fami...

The King & Queen Rib Poker Raid
The King & Queen Rib Poker Raid
Monday, 31 October 2011

A Fun Day out on Ribs on12th November
The King & Queen will be holding a fun rib day out on the Solent,
The K&Q Rib Poker Raid on the 12th November.
Entry is open to ribs capable of a minimum speed of 20 k...

Santas to Run for RNLI at Southsea
Santas to Run for RNLI at Southsea
Thursday, 27 October 2011

HUNDREDS of Santas are to descend on Southsea seafront to take part in a festive fun run.

Customer Service Feedback is Good!
Customer Service Feedback is Good!
Thursday, 27 October 2011

There is often a great reluctance to fill in those customer feedback forms that appear on customer service desks and bank counters yet the truth is, as anyone in business will tell you, they are an invaluable tool, not for just for feedback on how...

Living Aboard - Part 9: Pets on Board
Living Aboard - Part 9: Pets on Board
Wednesday, 26 October 2011

I was recently asked how practical it would be to keep a pet if you are a living aboard a canal boat?

Colin M Baxter Marine Artist
Colin M Baxter Marine Artist
Tuesday, 25 October 2011

We went to a recent exhibition of Colin Baxter (Marine artist) at his studio in Royal Clarence Yard, Gosport, amazing studio and wonderful works of art.

England Expects...
England Expects...
Friday, 21 October 2011

England Expects...

East Anglian Sailing Trust NEEDS YOUR VOTE
East Anglian Sailing Trust NEEDS YOUR VOTE
Friday, 21 October 2011

Please support EAST's bid to win £6,000 from

Ocean Fever – The Damian Foxall story
Ocean Fever – The Damian Foxall story
Friday, 21 October 2011

Boatshed Dun Laoghaire is looking forward to attending the launch of an exciting and much anticipated new book this week, entitled “Ocean Fever” - The Damian Foxall story, written by Damian Foxall with David Branigan. David is a renowned Irish...

New! Undercover Storage Facility at Frogmore Boatyard
New! Undercover Storage Facility at Frogmore Boatyard
Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Autumn is here and winter is on its way. If you are considering laying up for the winter then the choice at Salcombe is limited to Lincombe Boatyard and the Shadycombe car park operated by South Hams District Council and the Harbour Master.

Own a yacht that generates income.
Own a yacht that generates income.
Wednesday, 19 October 2011

In these difficult economic times the purchase of a yacht has to be carefully justified. With money in the bank earning derisory interest rates you may be looking for imaginative ways to make your money work for you.

Living Aboard - Part 8 Where's My Nearest...?
Living Aboard - Part 8 Where's My Nearest...?
Wednesday, 19 October 2011

If you're thinking of buying a boat to live-aboard and go on an extended cruise you may well like to know how far would it be between Elsan points and water taps, shops, pubs, visitor moorings and winding holes.

Biograd Boat Show
Biograd Boat Show
Wednesday, 19 October 2011

Final preparations are underway for the 13th Biograd Boat Show, that will be open from 20th to 23rd October, and we wish to inform you that this year's show organizers expect to be bigger and better than ever,making it the largest exhibition of bo...

Making Life Easier – QR Codes at Boatshed Dartmouth
Making Life Easier – QR Codes at Boatshed Dartmouth
Tuesday, 18 October 2011

Making Life Easier – QR Codes at Boatshed Dartmouth

Boatshed Dartmouth Celebrates £1m of Sales
Boatshed Dartmouth Celebrates £1m of Sales
Thursday, 13 October 2011

It is just nineteen short months since Boatshed Dartmouth first opened its doors at Baltic Wharf in Totnes and we are delighted to announce the achievement of £1m worth of sales in a little over a year and a half. The recent sale of a fine Jeanne...

Protesting – The Ins And Outs In Brief
Protesting – The Ins And Outs In Brief
Wednesday, 12 October 2011

Regatta racing for some can be very competitive whilst for others it is a great day out on the water. However, everyone is bound by the same rules of racing and need to be aware of them and what to do if they are broken. Most people spend their ra...

Living Aboard - Part 7 Computers and Internet
Living Aboard - Part 7 Computers and Internet
Tuesday, 11 October 2011

When I first started living on a narrowboat in the year 2000 my computer connected to the internet very slowly via a blue tooth connection to my mobile phone, but technology has improved a lot since then.
If you're looking for a used boat to ...

New Seacart 30 at Kings Cup
New Seacart 30 at Kings Cup
Tuesday, 04 October 2011

Keep your eyes peeled at this year’s Phuket King’s Cup Regatta and you may just spot what the Organizing Committee are expecting will be the Asia premier in a regatta of a new class of Trimarans in the shape of the Seacart 26.

Living Aboard Part 6 Home Comforts
Living Aboard Part 6 Home Comforts
Monday, 03 October 2011

I am sometimes asked, have you got a TV, shower or toilet on a live-aboard narrowboat? Most boats for sale have all of the above and depending on your budget you can have all mod-cons including a bath, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine! Th...

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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.