Katy Stickland

Deputy Editor

With a journalism career spanning more than 20 years, Katy Stickland has worked for local newspapers, the BBC, regional Caribbean publications and Tobago News – the island’s only newspaper. She ran a marine services company in Tobago with her husband John, living aboard their S&S 34 in Store Bay, before returning to the UK. She previously wrote for the Yachting and Boating World website. Katy is also a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer.

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Boats will not be allowed to anchor of South Beach in Studland Bay, Dorset, from 17 December 2021

Voluntary no anchor zone for Studland Bay

September 20, 2021

A voluntary no anchor zone will be introduced at Studland Bay in Dorset from December 2021 before it is extended in June 2022

‘Healthy and positive’ 2021 Southampton Boat Show

September 20, 2021

The continuing staycation boom and increase in boat sales in the UK have contributed towards making the 2021 Southampton Boat Show a success, says organisers

It is important to regularly check for water in your petrol

Why you should check for water in your petrol

September 18, 2021

Petrol in tanks, whether for your yacht or tender, can go off. Ken Endean suggests an annual precaution

Tean Sound off St Martin is sheltered from west and east but anchoring room is obstructed by moorings

Isles of Scilly in an east wind: a pilotage guide

September 17, 2021

East winds give Ken Endean a chance to explore unfrequented parts of one of Britain’s prettiest archipelagos - the Isles of Scilly

The East Coast has a plethora of rivers to explore, including the River Blackwell

River and estuary sailing: 10 of the best cruises in the UK and Ireland

September 16, 2021

Sailing upstream is a magical experience. Our experts choose 10 enchanting rivers and estuaries to explore in the UK and Ireland

The Arcona 370 is a solid passagemaker and is well laid out for offshore sailing.

Arcona 370: A quality offshore cruiser that eats up the miles

September 16, 2021

If you’re in search of a capable and competitive 37-footer for offshore sailing, you might like to have a good look at the Arcona 370, says David Harding

When was the last time you checked the expiry date on your gas hose? Credit: Ben Sutcliffe Davies

Time to pay attention to your boat hoses

September 16, 2021

Your boat is full of hoses for many different purposes, many of them critical to essential onboard functions, and even keeping your boat afloat. Make sure they are fit for…

Understanding how your hull shape responds to waves will keep you and your crew safe and comfortable. Credit: Richard Langdon

How hull shape affects comfort at sea

September 15, 2021

Understanding how your hull shape responds to waves will keep you and your crew safe and comfortable in a blow, says Julian Wolfram

Plastic pollution in the San Blas islands

Polluted Paradise: Brian Black Memorial Award winner for 2021

September 10, 2021

Sophie Dingwall sees firsthand the impact of plastic pollution on the Caribbean's population. Her article - Polluted Paradise - has won the inaugural Brian Black Memorial Award

A child standing amongst plastic rubbish in the San Blas isands

Inaugural winner of Brian Black Memorial Award announced

September 10, 2021

Sophie Dingwall is the first winner of the Brian Black Memorial Award for marine environmental journalism, launched in memory of Brian and Lesley Black

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