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01/01 Classic sailing at 30

Celebrating 30 years of Classic Sailing 1996-2026 Last year we celebrated the PEOPLE that bring your sailing voyages to you, and the fascinating range

31/12 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Travel agent for flights! Surely that’s a bit old-fashioned in our digital age, but when you’re planning a sailing holiday with Classic Sailing, having

28/12 Inspiration

Hi Sailor, Jessie here,  2025 was the first year in my adult life that I haven’t been sailing. I find this quite a depressing

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

02/10 Book Reviews

A Beautifully Meandering Exploration of Women and the Sea My dad gave me ‘Salt on Your Tongue’ by Charlotte Runcie while I was pregnant.

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