07/12 Educational

Rare Voyages: Traditional Tall Ship Holidays I’ve never been on a cruise ship though more than  2 million Britons annually have; sad to say

07/11 Educational

You’ll Actually Sail the Ship This is what sets traditional sailing training apart: when you step aboard one of our tall ships or classic

23/10 Educational

RYA Day Skipper Theory – Why it Matters Taking charge The RYA Day Skipper Theory course gives you the knowledge to take charge of

11/10 Educational

HMS Victory – animation If you have visited HMS Victory in Portsmouth, you will appreciate, as I do, this fascinating animation. HMS Victory remains

10/10 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Classic Sailing Top FAQs What kind of experience should I expect? You join the ship as crew, not a passenger. Expect to steer, set

07/10 Inspiration

Tall ships are not just historic relics; they are working vessels you can still crew today. You can sail aboard them, see them at

05/10 Inspiration

The Tall Ships Races attract thousands of visitors each year. Knowing the best vantage points makes the experience easier. Here’s a guide to each

23/09 Educational

How to Steer Tall Ships and Traditional Vessels with Confidence Using a Ship’s Wheel or Tiller Explained – A Guide for Beginners and Modern-Yacht

16/09 RYA Sailing Courses

Pilot cutter Tallulah and Classic Sailing RYA school has been helping the Cornish Maritime Trust train their future skippers this year. Back in the

10/09 Wildlife

Identify Seabirds Under Sail Watching seabirds from a sailing ship is one of the great rewards of being at sea. Away from the clutter

03/09 Boat building

Learn about the 40 Week Boat Building Course at Course at Lyme Regis – Debbie’s Experience When the pandemic shut down Classic Sailing in

03/09 RYA Sailing Courses

Back to Sea School. Learn RYA theory online, master chartwork, and build real sailing skills with expert instructor support.

27/08 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Sailing with Your Partner Many couples take holidays together, but far fewer share a sailing holiday. Debbie, my wife, likes windsurfing but I just