Dag Pike finds a quiet bay on the Scottish island of Great Cumbrae in which to drop the pick
Cruising guides
Stoke Gabriel, Devon
This quintessential English village on the River Dart in Devon offers an anchorage with excellent shelter, says Ken Endean
Ashlett Creek, Solent
The harbour of Ashlett Creek is one of the Solent’s most delightful hidden treasures, as Peter Bruce discovers...
Anse Noire, Martinique
Holly Turner escapes Martinique’s busy bays and finds a secluded tropical paradise in the French Caribbean
Puerto Portals, Mallorca
Dag Pike finds a quiet anchorage outside the glitz and glamour of Puerto Portals
Exploring Solent creeks
Peter Bruce discovers the thriving wildlife in the sheltered waterways at Keyhaven and on either side of Lymington River
Lobos, Canary Islands
For those who love marine life, Kit Pascoe recommends anchoring in the gin clear waters of Fuerteventura’s Isla de Lobos
King’s Quay Creek
This enchanting creek on the Isle of Wight is a must-visit for nature lovers, says Peter Bruce
Sailing the French Riviera
From Nice to Marseille, Lu Heikell of Yachting Monthly gives you a guide to cruising the coastline of the French Riviera
Achnamara, Inner Hebrides, Scotland
For those seeking a remote spot, Achnamara on Scotland’s west coast tops the bill, says Dag Pike