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Cruising 

Whether under power or sail, you simply can't beat the feeling of ultimate freedom you get from nosing your boat out of the marina and heading for new shores.

All with the promise of a snug anchorage and a yarn with your shipmates at the end of it.

'Travelling is not just about the destination, it's also about how you get there...'

Calling all sailors
Your sport needs you.
Space jam
eLoran offers alternative to GPS in the event of signal failure.
The X Factor
X marks the spot.
How the other half live
Ever wondered what it’s like to spend a day on a super yacht? Jake Kavanagh gives us a taste of how the other half live.
Spinnakers
A run through the gear and preparation required for spinnakers. Next month we look at trimming your spinnaker.
Marina di Pescara, Italy
An invitation for RYA members to visit the Marina of Pescara.
RYA meets HMRC to talk red diesel
RYA and BMF meet HMRC to discuss EU infringement proceedings over UK use of red diesel.
Updated Coastguard reforms
Government announces updated Coastguard reforms.
Report your lost boating equipment
Help the MCA to avoid unnecessary searching: report your lost boating equipment say Portland Coastguard.

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HSE announce proposed replacement for the Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme
HSE announce proposed replacement for the Adventure Activities Licensing Scheme
Compulsory licensing regime to be replaced by a voluntary code of practice.
Report your lost boating equipment
Report your lost boating equipment
Help the MCA to avoid unnecessary searching: report your lost boating equipment say Portland Coastguard.
Ellie and Will blast into the final
Ellie and Will blast into the final
All the action from the Yorkshire and Humber Honda RYA Youth RIB Championship

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