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06/01 Featured Ship

Eye of the Wind: a Brig with Tales to Tell

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

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27/12 Boat building

Career Change – My experiences on a 40 week boat building course

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

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Tecla sailing through icy waters on a Classic Sailing adventure holiday. The nameplate of the ship with the green capping rail can be seen in the bright light as the ship slowly noses through the ice,

15/12 Cold Climate Sailing

Sailing the Northwest Passage

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

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25/11 No Experience required

First Time? On your own? Not for Long!

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!

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11/11 Book Reviews

The Bosun’s Books

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

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Ocean Sunrise with Classic Sailing

10/11 Inspiration

The Rhythm of the Sea

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

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27/10 Careers

Classic Sailing teams up with the Boat Building Academy

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

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Sail on Tall Ships with Classic Sailing

25/10 Announcing New Voyages

Sail Scotland 2024

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

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Sailing holidays on Grayhound

21/10 Climate Change

Cargo by Sail: Ideology and Practicality

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

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20/10 FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Travelling to the Ship: to Fly or not to Fly?

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

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Sailing Holidays on the Eye of the Wind

06/10 Inspiration

A Taste of the Ocean: Bitesize Deep-Sea Voyages

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

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05/10 Climate Change

Your Inner Smuggler on Grayhound

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!

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Tall Ships Race

02/10 Inspiration

Tall Ships Race, Magellan Elcano 500 Series

Wanted Volunteer Liaison Officers for Tall Ships Race 15-18 August 2023 Falmouth is hosting the start of the Magellan Elcano Tall Ships Race from

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