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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.

Superyacht Captain talks about how you can get involved in the Superyacht Industry
Superyacht Captain talks about how you can get involved in the Superyacht Industry
Sunday, 16 September 2012

Today at the PSP Southampton boat show, Ben Webb a superyacht Captain gave advice to people on the "On the Water" Bus to people interested about getting into this industry.

Day 3 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Day 3 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Sunday, 16 September 2012

Day 3 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show was the busiest yet. It’s a sure sign of things changing in Rhode Island and the Boating Industry.

Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Saturday, 15 September 2012

Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show was another busy one. The crowds started right when the gates opened and took us through another great Fizz @ 5!

Boatshed Newport Just Reduced!
Boatshed Newport Just Reduced!
Friday, 14 September 2012

Boatshed Newport has reduced the prices on several of our boats this morning. Check out our site to see full details on these boats.

PSP Southampton boat show
PSP Southampton boat show
Friday, 14 September 2012

With the start of the show to cloudy skies and slight rain it soon cleared up to be a bright, blustery day. The Olympian athletes opened the 2012 PSP Southampton boat show to a burst of enthusiasm from the crowd.

Day 1 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Day 1 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Friday, 14 September 2012

Day 1 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show was a success. We spent the day meeting new friends and catching up with all of our old friends. There was a good turn out at the start of the day and it seemed to carry us through past show closin...

New Instructions –Windy 7800 for sale
New Instructions –Windy 7800 for sale
Thursday, 13 September 2012

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Windy 7800. Not often seen in the UK these are really good looking boats – classic lines that don’t date and plenty of good Windy build quality too. It was a fine summer day when I photograp...

Charity Needs A Rowing Boat
Charity Needs A Rowing Boat
Thursday, 13 September 2012

A new charity has been set up in the Shadow of the Olympic Stadium. E20 Eastenders Fishing Club , which intends to help disabled ex-servicemen and children as well as bring back fishing to the canal in East London.

Featured Boat: Dutch Trawler MFV
Featured Boat: Dutch Trawler MFV
Thursday, 13 September 2012

This converted motor fishing vessel we have for sale in Essex is 52ft long and the boat was of course built in a Dutch shipyard.

Introducing the ‘On-The Water’ Bus in association with Boatshed.com
Introducing the ‘On-The Water’ Bus in association with Boatshed.com
Wednesday, 12 September 2012

With the success of British sportsmen and women in sailing, canoeing and rowing during the Olympics and Paralympics, the time could not be better to encourage new people into boating.

New Instructions – Warrior 40 for sale
New Instructions – Warrior 40 for sale
Tuesday, 11 September 2012

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Warrior 40. This fine, semi-long keel cruiser evolved from the Angus Primrose designed Voyager 38. Bill Dixon designed what was in effect a stretched version with encapsulated ballast and roomie...

The Artillery Company of Newport RI
The Artillery Company of Newport RI
Friday, 07 September 2012

Boatshed Newport, International Yacht Brokers toured the Artillery Company of Newport this morning. Inside the museum was an amazing display of military uniforms and artefacts from around the world.

New Instructions – Kent 27 Motor Sailer for sale
New Instructions – Kent 27 Motor Sailer for sale
Friday, 07 September 2012

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Kent Motor Sailer. These are very sturdy motor sailers with good accommodation featuring a separate heads forward, good size galley and saloon and enough light and space to even be a live aboard...

The softer side of Boatshed.com
The softer side of Boatshed.com
Friday, 07 September 2012

and now for something other than boats, just for a change:)

Trawlers at the 2012 Seattle Boats Afloat Show!
Trawlers at the 2012 Seattle Boats Afloat Show!
Thursday, 06 September 2012

It's that time of year again! No, not back to school......time for the Lake Union-Seattle Boats Afloat Show!

Love Boating on the East Coast?
Love Boating on the East Coast?
Thursday, 06 September 2012

Is it too tidal and muddy? Where could we go for a day or a weekend? If you’re looking for your first boat for sale, you may be surprised at how much exploring can be done around Essex. Whether you’re looking for Bavaria, Jeanneau, Sealine or...

New Instructions – Drascombe Lugger for sale
New Instructions – Drascombe Lugger for sale
Wednesday, 05 September 2012

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Drascombe Lugger. The Lugger was the boat that started it all and they are still immensely popular. For sure they are the epitome of rugged simplicity, reliability, and seaworthiness in an open ...

Grand Union: A Happy Marriage
Grand Union: A Happy Marriage
Wednesday, 05 September 2012

This week as a Leicestershire couple celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary with a canal boat trip along the Grand Union Canal I thought I would celebrate the Grand Union itself. (The happy husband at 83 is the same age as the canal.) We hav...

42nd Annual Newport International Boat Show
42nd Annual Newport International Boat Show
Sunday, 02 September 2012

42nd Annual Newport International Boat Show

Harleyford Marina - many thanks!!
Harleyford Marina - many thanks!!
Thursday, 30 August 2012

A wonderful place to keep your boat on the River Thames is the Harleyford Estate where they offer many different mooring options. The surroundings are beautiful, peaceful and extremely well kept. They also have excellent facilities and even a floa...

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This is where we publish our boat related stories and articles, which range from world circumnavigation to rescue missions, humour and much, much more. So make yourself a coffee and settle yourself down to a good read.