Blogs

Isles of Scilly – still paradise - 13/02/2026

Scilly remains a cruising gem: plan carefully, pick your weather window and enjoy superb anchorages and shelter once there.

Phuket and the Eastern Andaman – a different kind of sailing dream - 13/02/2026

Why Phuket offers year-round sailing, lower costs and extraordinary cruising grounds beyond the Med or Caribbean.

Trinidad & Tobago – quiet waters (for now) - 13/02/2026

Trinidad & Tobago update: rising sea levels, sunny skies, good facilities and quiet times for visiting LSC members.

South Brittany 2026 – Looking Ahead - 13/02/2026

South Brittany 2026 update: Morbihan Centennial Rally plans and Brest’s 400-year naval festival this July.

Ramsgate 2025 – A Season of Contrasts - 13/02/2026

Ramsgate 2025: tough weather, serious lifejacket faults, growing entrance shoal and a plea for stronger rally support.

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Honorary Port Officers

Our Honorary Port Officers are scattered across the globe. Each one knows how to get the best out of any port you visit. Navigational approaches, berths, where to go, what to do, what to eat and how to make the best of your visit.

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Latest book reviews

Published by Adlard Coles, this latest volume by Anthony Burton (text) and  Derek Pratt (photographs) is well written and beautifully photographed.

 

Designing by the seat of my pants - Memoir by Ron Holland

 

Excellent advice from a expert

Advice at every level, for cruisers and racers alike.  Words and pictures.  Even moving  pictures.