With a ripped mainsail would you turn back or carry on?

James Stevens answers your Questions of Seamanship. In this article, with a ripped mainsail would you continue sailing from Ireland to Falmouth?

Skippering a boat for the first time: steps to success

Skippering a boat for the first time needn't be daunting, as long as you prepare. Matthew Diggle reveals how to make a success of taking charge

Storm Francis at the end of August causes Jonty Pearce to amend his cruising plans with friends

Golden Horizon, a near replica of the 1913-built ocean vessel France II, will be offering UK departures from May to August 2021

Cruising after dark doesn't need to be stressful. Toby Heppell shares his tops tips for night sailing

The not for profit sail training organisation will specifically focus on helping young people in care and care leavers in the UK

The best sailing books of 2020? Julia Jones reviews the latest maritime reading

For home-waters sailors who are considering a holiday cruise to France, Ken Endean looks at the options for making a dash across the English Channel

James Stevens looks at how best to prepare for arriving at an unfamiliar harbour after dark and what to be aware of

Taking a dog or cat to sea needs extra thought on a cruising yacht, explains Erin Carey