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Never sailed before? Perfect. We specialize in traditional sailing holidays where beginners learn real seamanship on tall ships and classic yachts with expert crews. Classic Sailing connects you with traditional sailing holidays on tall ships and classic yachts across the UK, Europe, and worldwide. With 28 years of experience, we specialize in adventure sailing holidays where no previous experience is needed. Our voyages range from day sails in Cornwall to Atlantic crossings on historic vessels.
View All VoyagesMost of our guests are first-time sailors. Expert crews teach you hands-on seamanship aboard traditional vessels. You’ll be part of the sailing, not a passenger.
Learn how much fun it is!
Sail on traditional vessels including historic tall ships over 100 years old. These are working sailing boats with character and heritage, not museum pieces.
Why we love beautiful classic boats
Working sails, hand navigation, and genuine crew participation. You’ll learn traditional sailing skills from expert crews on vessels where everything is done by hand.
What is a hands-on sailing holiday?
Real sea time, real weather, real sailing. These are active voyages where you’re part of the crew, not a passenger watching from a deck chair.
Yes, you can be tall ship crew
Great Sailing and expeditions ashore
Cape Verde Voyages this winter
It’s a colourful life in the Sun.
Sunshine Sailing in the Caribbean
The best sailing in England
Sailing in Cornwall takes you to the best places without the crowds.
Travel the isles and lochs of Scotland
The best way to Explore the Western Isles of Scotland
Oceans passages, taster voyages, RYA Courses
Dozens of Destinations
