Leisure Boat Guide
Life around boats under 12 metres — family days afloat, sailing, fishing, paddling, watersports, coastal escapes, outdoor living, equipment and wellbeing on the water.
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Garmin's JL Audio A60 and A60-H offer four-zone sound and connected controls for leisure boats. We explain the onboard lifestyle benefits, equipment considerations and sound etiquette.
Coffee brand Skipper's Remedy is promoting specialty coffee and tea for cruising sailors, with American Sailing discussing brewing and provisioning in compact galleys.
Staunton Harold Sailing Club in Derbyshire has won a 2026 RYA Green Blue Team award after using an energy audit, efficiency improvements and solar power to reach net zero.
The quiet months can help small-boat buyers compare models, inspect used craft and organise spring delivery with less pressure than at the height of summer.
Cooler temperatures need not end the small-boat season. Clothing layers, sheltered seating and a clear return plan can make a late-autumn outing enjoyable.
Yoga aboard a small boat need not involve balancing on an unstable surface. A secured pontoon or stable deck can be a pleasant setting for gentle movement.
A moving boat creates unique photographic opportunities and challenges. Protecting equipment, choosing the right settings and remaining secure are essential.
An invitation aboard a friend's small boat comes with simple responsibilities. Asking about the vessel, arriving prepared and respecting the skipper help everyone.
Football-season gatherings can take to the water on a small pontoon or runabout when food, safe anchoring and the needs of every passenger are planned.
Choosing a first boat involves more than comparing asking prices. Boat shows, dealerships and marinas each reveal different parts of the ownership experience.
Jet skis can be a memorable part of a waterside holiday, but rules on operator age, training and local operating areas vary from place to place.
Sleeping beside a small boat or aboard a suitable compact cruiser can turn a simple trip into an overnight adventure, provided access and safety are planned.
A sunset boat date can be memorable without a large yacht or a complicated meal. Success depends on choosing a sheltered route and practical onboard arrangements.
Three residents in Perivale have become an example of how regular local action can improve a much-used canal corridor. The Canal & River Trust's September 2026 account introduces Jim, Frances …
6 Ways Boaters Can Celebrate National Great Outdoors Month is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable time …
Plan the Perfect Boat Picnic is examined from the practical perspective of ordinary leisure-boat ownership, with an emphasis on easy preparation, safe habits and enjoyable time on the water.
Yamaha Blue Life explores boat camping as a simple way to extend a familiar day trip into an overnight experience.
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