It has now been confirmed that Discovery Shipyard has gone into voluntary liquidation. The COVID-19 pandemic is being blamed for the closure of the yard
Sailing news
Dreams & Disasters: Editor’s Letter February 2022
Sailors have to be prepared, mentally and materially, for whatever the sea might throw at us. Theo Stocker introduces the February 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly
James Wharram: Eight bells for the multihull pioneer
Tributes have been paid to pioneering multihull designer and sailor James Wharram, who has died aged 93
Dustin Reynolds: dual amputee finishes circumnavigation
Dustin Reynolds, who lost his arm and part of his leg in an accident, has sailed solo around the world via the Panama Canal
Returned Goods Relief conditions to be waived
The three year condition for Returned Goods Relief for recreational boats is to be dropped by the Government. It will only apply to vessels which have been based in the…
Captain Coconut Mark Sinclair sets out to finish his 2018 GGR
Captain Coconut Mark Sinclair has resumed his 2018 Golden Globe Race voyage, and will be sailing his Lello 34, Coconut solo from Australia to Les Sables d'Olonne
Sailing Escapism – Editor’s Letter January 2022
Take time to slow down and really enjoy your cruising - it is the best gift you can give yourself. Theo Stocker introduces the January 2022 issue of Yachting Monthly
Tribord LJ 150N lifejacket recalled
French sailing brand Tribord is recalling its Tribord LJ 150N lifejacket due to a safety defect on the harness. Customers will be given a full refund
Black Friday magazine deals: More than 50% off YM subscriptions
The Black Friday shopping extravaganza seems to get bigger every year, and this year you can get even better Black Friday magazine deals with huge discounts on your favourite sailing…
Memories and plans – Editor’s Letter December 2021
It is easy to forget the role our yachts have in our lives, and the memories they help forge. Theo Stocker introduces the December 2021 issue of Yachting Monthly