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20/01 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Ahoy all, Jess here – Classic Sailing’s resident seasick professional sailor! (what a title, eh?) Our seasickness article was first written in 2013. Since

08/01 Featured Destination

It’s a risk towing a valuable clinker rowing boat for 65 miles, but whenever possible ‘Number 8’ comes with Tallulah to the Scillies. We

06/01 Featured Ship

This beautiful ship has, like many traditional sailing vessels, had numerous different roles in her 112 years, and her history is fascinating.

27/12 Boat building

Could I become a boat builder?…or at least improve my skills Debbie Purser from Classic Sailing took a bit more than a career break

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

25/11 Absolutely No Experience Required

There are so many reasons to get out on the water on a traditional sailing ship, and you’ll soon feel part of the team. No experience required to have the time of your life!

11/11 Book Reviews

You may well be aware of the importance of a Bosun’s Locker on a ship; that vital cupboard / bucket / cabin / ditty

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

27/10 Careers

Did you know you can now book 2-5 day boat building courses through Classic Sailing? The Boat Building Academy is on Monmouth Beach in

25/10 Absolutely No Experience Required

Explore Scotland’s wilderness and wildlife on a traditional sailing adventure! Join a traditional sailing vessel, no sailing experience required. Our skilled skippers will guide

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.

20/10 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

You’ve found your ideal sailing adventure and had your booking confirmed. Now it’s time to arrange travel to and from your voyage. Where to