Boating Knowledge Hub

Safety Advice

Why the Right Footwear Matters When You’re Sailing

Understanding Marine Day Shapes and Their Importance in Maritime Safety

Understanding Marine Depth Sounders

Understanding and Preventing Cold Water Shock

Man Overboard & How to Prevent It

Understanding Wind Over Tide

Choosing the right Life-raft

Lifejackets & Buoyancy aids

Briefing your crew / Safety Briefing

Boating Basics

Solo Cruising Tips for Staying Safe and in Control on Your Own

How to Spot and Fix a Damaged Propeller

How to Understand Tidal Streams and Timetables

Why It Pays to Keep a Log Of Every Trip

Mastering Boat Handling Around Marinas

How to Trim a Symmetric Spinnaker for Better Performance

Sailing Boats and How They Move

Marine Diesel Engine Checks

How to Trim a Headsail

How to Trim a Mainsail

How to Launch a Sailing Dinghy from a Trailer

Understanding Port and Starboard

Which is the right Berthing option for you?

RIB or Day Boat?

Welcome to your guide to buying a boat!

Anchoring

Electronic Navigation

The Role of RADAR and Marine Radar in Modern Safety Systems

The Impact of ECDIS on Maritime Safety

The Wonders of Global Positioning System (GPS)

Advice

Am I Too Old to Take Up Sailing?

How to Get Your Yacht Ready for Winter in the UK

UK Boat Insurance Explained for New and Seasoned Owners

Tips for Safer Night Cruising on the Water

When You Should Call the Coastguard

What to Do if You Run Aground

Do You Need a Licence to Drive a Powerboat, Motorboat or Sailing Boat

What To Do If You Feel Seasick

Picking the Right Weather Forecast Before You Set Sail

What to Expect During a Helicopter Rescue

International Certificate of Competence (ICC) – Boating License for International Waters

Gaining Commercial Endorsements

Which is the right Berthing option for you?

RIB or Day Boat?

Welcome to your guide to buying a boat!

Charts

Understanding the Gnomonic Projection

Understanding the Mercator Projection

The Role of Nautical Charts in Maritime Safety

Courses

Helmsman’s Course

Coastal Skipper Courses

Day Skipper Course

Competent Crew Sailing Course

Advanced Powerboat Course

Intermediate Powerboat Course – Advanced Navigation & Passage Planning

Powerboat 2 Course

Sailing Skills: Basic Skills – Level 2

Sailing Skills: Start Sailing – Level 1

Start Motor Cruising Course

Watch Leader Courses

Start Yachting

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