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Classic Boat

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Tickets for Southampton International Boat Show 2026 – Interactive Masterclasses You Won’t Want to Miss

Classic BoatTickets for Southampton International Boat Show 2026 – Interactive Masterclasses You Won’t Want to Miss Time to grab your tickets for Southampton International Boat Show 2026 There are a growing number of masterclasses for classic boat lovers at this year’s Southampton International Boat Show 2026. Encouraging even more in

September 7
Preserving Heritage – Why More Classic Yacht Owners are Planning Round Trips with Sevenstar Yacht Transport

Classic BoatPreserving Heritage – Why More Classic Yacht Owners are Planning Round Trips with Sevenstar Yacht Transport Yacht transport in the classic boat world can be a critical part of preserving heritage. For those who own a classic boat, finding a trustworthy and reliable boat transport company is an important step towards peace of m

September 7
Tally Ho Returns Home for 2027 Fastnet 100 Years After Win – Inside Leo Goolden’s Voyage Home

Classic BoatTally Ho Returns Home for 2027 Fastnet 100 Years After Win – Inside Leo Goolden’s Voyage Home 1910 Albert Strange yacht is returned home by Leo Goolden 100 years after winning the 1927 Fastnet, ready to race again Tally Ho, the winner of the 2025 Classic Boat Awards over 40ft category and the overall restoration

September 7
Beken of Cowes Into America’s Cup Hall of Fame – Recognising the Institutional Memory of Classic Yachting

Classic BoatBeken of Cowes Into America’s Cup Hall of Fame – Recognising the Institutional Memory of Classic Yachting The institutional memory of classic British and international yachting, Beken of Cowes, is to be inducted into the America’s Cup Hall of Fame Beken of Cowes, with a shop on the Isle of Wight, is one of the world’s most p

September 4
55 Metre Classic Yacht for Charter and for Sale – Herreshoff’s Legendary Schooner Replica Elena of London

Classic Boat55 Metre Classic Yacht for Charter and for Sale – Herreshoff’s Legendary Schooner Replica Elena of London The perfect Herreshoff schooner replica Elena of London is for charter, and for sale – an unmissable opportunity Elena of London is a replica of the Herreshoff schooner Elena , and has lived up to her legacy. Whether you

September 3
Sailing Olympian King Harald V of Norway Passes Away Leaving Huge Legacy

Classic BoatSailing Olympian King Harald V of Norway Passes Away Leaving Huge Legacy Sailing Olympian King Harald V of Norway has passed away aged 89, leaving the a huge legacy in the sailing community The three-time sailing Olympian King Harald V of Norway was an accomplished lifelong athlete. After the

September 1
Over 1,000 Classic Boats and Ships Due to Invade Brittany – Registration Open for La Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan 2027

Classic BoatOver 1,000 Classic Boats and Ships Due to Invade Brittany – Registration Open for La Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan 2027 From 3rd-9th May 2027, Brittany’s coastline will be brought alive with classic craft of all shapes and sizes for La Semaine du Golfe du Morbihan 2027 – and it’s time to register before it’s too late La Semaine du Golfe d

August 28
Emmalene

Classic BoatEmmalene Classic Nelson 23 – Extensively Restored Asking Price: £19,500 ONO Overview Emmalene was designed by John Askham and built by Alan Coombes of Bembridge in 1965. She is a beautifully restored classic Nelson 23 with over £

August 27
Andante

Classic BoatAndante ANDANTE was designed by Norman Dallimore and built by William F King’s yard in Burnham on Crouch. Norman Dallimore designed many “gentlemen‘s yachts“ pre-war; although he was an insurance broker he had a part-time busine

August 26
The J Class Revival – How Three Designers Saved the World’s Most Thrilling Sailboats

Classic BoatThe J Class Revival – How Three Designers Saved the World’s Most Thrilling Sailboats How Andre Hoek, Gerard Dykstra, and Paul Spooner have led the J Class revival Spirit of Tradition boats are a fast growing part of the yachting world, but the J Class revival has been something to behold. Andre Hoek, Ger

August 25