Inspiration

20/04 Inspiration

My grandfather, Kit Mayers, was a big influence on me. His stubborn adventurousness, stoicism and passion for the world was inspirational.

06/04 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

On a tall ship voyage you will be encouraged to climb the rigging. If you enjoy it, this will be part of your job

04/04 Inspiration

The days are getting longer and warmer – why not blow away the winter cobwebs with our Spring Sail Sale! Be quick – many

02/03 Inspiration

A Quiet Revolution The team at Classic Sailing have always admired the work of New Dawn Traders. This small Cornish organisation has taken on

25/01 Featured Destination

Summer Sailing Holidays 2023 All our summer sailing holidays in 2023 are ‘hands on’ sailing holidays. There is no need to have previous experience

28/12 Inspiration

Splice the Mainbrace to Celebrate the New Year To “splice the mainbrace” is an old nautical expression for starting to celebrate any relevant event,

21/12 Inspiration

The festive season is a wonderful time of the year, but somehow it can also instil a desire to escape, get out of the

15/12 Cold Climate Sailing

Where is the Northwest Passage? The Northwest Passage is the sea route stretching through the Arctic Ocean, connecting the Atlantic and Pacific along the

17/11 Inspiration

Sailing in Antarctica is like nothing else you’ll ever experience. There is an awful lot of hyperbole around these days, but this is one thing which it is simply not possible to exaggerate.

10/11 Inspiration

Life at sea has different rhythms to the land. There are more changes than you might think and they all add to a unique

21/10 Climate Change

. On the weekend of the 14th October, Classic Sailing attended a conference of the burgeoning Sail Cargo Alliance, held in windswept West Cornwall.

06/10 Inspiration

An ocean crossing can seem a daunting prospect, not least because of the time commitment. However many ships in the Classic Sailing fleet offer

05/10 Climate Change

One of the most iconic ships around, the three-masted lugger Grayhound has just announced the first of her 2023 voyages and we can’t wait!