Offshore sailing is a great sport, but if you’re new to it, it can be quite daunting thinking about what gear and gadgets are best to choose. What to really invest in and bring with you can be a tough decision! You don’t need to go out and spend a fortune on everything, always see […]
Expect human emotion running high, state-of-the-art technology and incredible drama as elite athletes fly cutting-edge wingsailed catamarans in thrilling close-to-shore races. SailGP is an internationally acclaimed yacht racing league for professional teams racing equalised ultra-high-performance 50-foot catamarans. It is adrenaline-fuelled racing……eight teams, eight events all in equal boats – the teams go head-to-head in iconic […]
It is believed that about 90% of people suffer from seasickness at some point in their life, although only around 50% of people will actually admit to it! It holds no prejudice to your experience, one of the most famous sufferers was Admiral Nelson. Some of us are more prone than others, but whether you’re […]
Data released this week by Helly Hansen has revealed that UK boaters are not taking the right precautions while out on the water. Their research has shown that only around half the respondents (56%) always wear a personal flotation device (PFD) while on the water. Of those who do not always wear a PFD, over […]
Sutton Harbour Group which owns and operates Plymouth’s King Point Marina has invested in new berthing facilities to meet increased demand for larger vessel spaces. The investment enabled the creation of a new arm called Pier A, bringing the contemporary marina to fully built, and creating four additional 15 metre berthing spaces for larger boats […]
Arriving in Plymouth by boat is a wonderful way to experience Britain’s Ocean City. You’ll be met with a range of options when it comes to visitor berthing, but if you’re looking for sheltered, spacious berths for easy manoeuvring, with minimal tidal flow, King Point Marina is the perfect choice. We’ve put together some of […]
