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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.

Invitation to Try A Boat Free! Dartmouth
Invitation to Try A Boat Free! Dartmouth
Wednesday, 15 May 2013

Try A Boat Free! returns to the South Embankment, Dartmouth Bank Holiday weekend Saturday May 25th and Sunday May 26. The event is open from 10am to 4pm and a choice of boats will be ashore and on the water. Qualified skippers will be taking visit...

Boatshed goes responsive
Boatshed goes responsive
Monday, 13 May 2013

Boatshed goes Responsive!
Today, nearly 30% of Boatshed's traffic is mobile. By the end of next year, this may exceed 50% Tablet sales are expected to exceed 100 million this year. Smartphones, of course, are also a hot commodity, with the ...

New Instructions – Romilly for sale
New Instructions – Romilly for sale
Wednesday, 08 May 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Romilly. Designed by Nigel Irens the Romilly was a smaller derivative of the larger Roxanne. As a day boat with occasional overnight stops the Romilly provides superb performance in a design tha...

How I changed my life – last week!
How I changed my life – last week!
Tuesday, 07 May 2013

Jane Robinson has just taken over Boatshed Torquay. She lives in Dartmouth and so has arranged to share an office with Paul Singer at Boatshed Dartmouth. They are based at Baltic Wharf, Totnes, where boaters can also access lift out, storage, dry ...

Two great Westerly yachts - just listed.
Two great Westerly yachts - just listed.
Thursday, 02 May 2013

They say that good things come in twos. Well BoatshedPlymouth.com are very pleased to be able to offer two very well presented Westerly yachts which are both new on the market.

A change of lifestyle opportunity - River Ferry
A change of lifestyle opportunity - River Ferry
Thursday, 02 May 2013

Do you fancy a change of pace - A new lifestyle on the borders of Devon and Cornwall?

The ship's cat
The ship's cat
Monday, 29 April 2013

Cats have been found aboard ships since early times, accompanying explorers, merchants and navies. Popular for rodent control, the cat would get the rat before the rats and mice could eat the crew’s food supply or any edible cargo. They also of...

Licensed to cruise – what does it mean?!
Licensed to cruise – what does it mean?!
Wednesday, 24 April 2013

Most of the inland waterways in Britain are looked after by the Canal and River Trust and to use these navigations you will need to purchase an annual licence. Licences can be paid for in monthly instalments, or in a one-off payment. Paying an...

Get started with your own Boatshed business
Get started with your own Boatshed business
Sunday, 21 April 2013

Are you ready for a change in 2013? Boatshed.com is growing and we are looking for people with a passion for boats looking for a change in career, as well as existing marine businesses to join us.

Completion of the Restoration of ‘Pilgrim’ BM45
Completion of the Restoration of ‘Pilgrim’ BM45
Sunday, 21 April 2013

A bright Spring day in Brixham marked the transition from restoration to operations for ‘Pilgrim’ BM45 one of the last remaining Brixham trawlers. Built in 1895 in Uphams Yard in Brixham, Pilgrim cost less than £640 to build, which today has ...

How to buy a boat? The process
How to buy a boat? The process
Saturday, 20 April 2013

Before you travel to view a boat, check out all pictures and video of every boat for sale. Our brokers take all their own pictures so you can see the up to date information and full inventory of each boat.

Thinking of selling your boat?
Thinking of selling your boat?
Saturday, 20 April 2013

If you are thinking of selling your boat, then have a chat to one of our Boatshed Brokers and they will explain how Boatshed can help sell your boat and what they will do for you.

Looking for a floating Casino?
Looking for a floating Casino?
Friday, 19 April 2013

Whilst Gambling in Cyprus is currently illegal the Cyprus President, Nicos Anastasiades has recently declared that he is prepared to allow casinos to operate in Cyprus in an effort to boost revenue. It’s hardly likely to turn the island into a L...

PRODUCT TEST - Silky Deep Clean
PRODUCT TEST - Silky Deep Clean
Thursday, 18 April 2013

Thinking of selling your boat? Prepare your boat ready for sale or ready for a brand new season after a very harsh winter.

From the Galley - LENTIL CURRY
From the Galley - LENTIL CURRY
Wednesday, 17 April 2013

When we're at sea we always like to cook proper food. This meal always tastes great at sea and its easy to cook in a lively chop.

New Instructions – Hardy Pilot 20SE for sale
New Instructions – Hardy Pilot 20SE for sale
Tuesday, 16 April 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale an incredibly well presented Hardy Pilot 20SE. This Hardy must be seen to be appreciated as the current owner has meticulously maintained and upgraded her. The teak cockpit was laid just this year...

The top 10 things you can't do without at sea
The top 10 things you can't do without at sea
Tuesday, 16 April 2013

All these reports on Ocean Crossings and equipment reviews, it can sometimes seem mind boggling as to what you should have on board your boat as equipment.

Everyday Is A Boat Show At Waterline Boats!
Everyday Is A Boat Show At Waterline Boats!
Monday, 15 April 2013

The NEW Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle docks accommodate more boats and provide greater visibility and access making it feel like a boat show everyday!

See this beautiful Scanmar 33 in Sailing Today!
See this beautiful Scanmar 33 in Sailing Today!
Monday, 15 April 2013

Sometimes, a yacht broker can be minding his own business getting on with an ordinary day when he gets a call from a sailing magazine saying they’re looking to feature a nice sailing boat in their next issue. At least that’s what happened to P...

From the Galley - CONFIT DU CANARD CASSEROLE
From the Galley - CONFIT DU CANARD CASSEROLE
Wednesday, 10 April 2013

We like to eat proper food at sea, and this particular Casserole was made during a NE 5/6 beating to windward heading out from the Thames estuary down Prices Channel towards North Foreland.

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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.

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