Sailing Ireland is ideal for those who have limited time afloat, and the ports, harbours and anchorages in the south offer a varied cruising ground
Cruising guides
Sailing in Brittany: discover northern France by boat
Just a short voyage from the UK's south coast, Brittany is a rich cruising ground offering numerous charming ports and harbours for those with limited cruising time
South West sailing: a cruising itinerary for the West Country
South west sailing takes cruisers to some of the most beautiful harbours and anchorages in the UK. Miranda Delmar-Morgan shares her favourite spots
East Coast Rivers: a summer cruising itenary
East Coast rivers are a rich cruising ground. Local sailor Dick Durham shares the best spots to explore this season
Baie de Seine: a sailing circuit for short cruises
Not all of us have the time to cruise all summer long. The Baie de Seine in northern France offers the ideal cruising ground for two to three weeks
Sailing Holland: A cruising itinerary just for you!
Holland is less than 100 miles away from the UK's East Coast, making it the ideal cruising ground for a few weeks. Miranda Delmar-Morgan roughs out the best cruising itinerary
Sailing the west coast of Scotland: full cruising itinerary
If you only have a limited cruising time, then the west coast of Scotland is still within reach. We plan the best routes and places for you to visit
Sailing to the Channel Islands planned for you
Not all of us have the luxury of leisurely cruising, with many of us having to make do with two or three weeks during the summer. Sailing to the Channel…
Rod Heikell: Changing the face of Med cruising
Rod Heikell published his Greek Waters Pilot 40 years ago, opening up cruising in the Med to thousands. Nic Compton meets the legendary author
Waterside pubs, breweries and distilleries to sail to in the UK and Ireland
Waterside pubs have long been a part of sailing tradition. Yachting Monthly experts recommend 10 of the best pubs, breweries and distilleries to sail to in the UK and Ireland