News
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.
Completion of the Restoration of ‘Pilgrim’ BM45
Sunday, 21 April 2013A 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
Saturday, 20 April 2013Before 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?
Saturday, 20 April 2013If 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?
Friday, 19 April 2013Whilst 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
Thursday, 18 April 2013Thinking 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
Wednesday, 17 April 2013When 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
Tuesday, 16 April 2013Boatshed 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
Tuesday, 16 April 2013All 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!
Monday, 15 April 2013The 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!
Monday, 15 April 2013Sometimes, 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
Wednesday, 10 April 2013We 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.
Boat safety: What the beep?!
Monday, 08 April 2013Last week a mother and her daughter (aged 10) died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Three people were on board the boat on Windermere and early enquiries suggested a faulty generator could have been to blame.
Pacesetter 540 – Recently Reduced!
Saturday, 06 April 2013The Bracewell Pacesetter 540 is a spacious, comfortable three stateroom yacht. It’s a design that exhibits an excellent use of space and provides more liveable volume than most 58 – 60 foot vessels. When operated in trawler-like fashion (10 kn...
Cyprus - Gone to the Dogs? Not Likely.....
Friday, 05 April 2013Cyprus after the banking crisis is still alive and kicking as people turned out in their thousands to attend a charity concert. Admission to the day-long event in Nicosia- organised by Cyprus Aid - was free but revellers were asked to donate item...
From the Galley - CHEESE AND HAM TOASTIES
Friday, 05 April 2013Now these are really good and one of my favourite boating lunches or snacks whilst sailing along. The smell of cheese cooking is great on a boat, gets everyone hungry, including the dogs.
The surgeon didn't say I couldn't boat!
Thursday, 04 April 2013Keith Winchester recently bought a Sealine S25 called Sailfree. He’s been interested in sailing for fifty years.
Selling your boat? Boat sales service for the UK Inland Waterways.
Wednesday, 03 April 2013Boatshed.com Brokerage Group have teamed up with River Canal Rescue to provide boat sales for the Inland Waterways market in the UK.
Is it a boat, home, office or conference centre?
Tuesday, 02 April 2013Currently being used as a warm and welcoming home. With a recent internal layout change, she now has four separate cabins, a huge saloon, well appointed fitted galley with breakfast bar, refitted bathroom and a panoramic wheelhouse with seating ar...
Suicide strip for your ensign
Monday, 01 April 2013We first saw this on a local ferry, they shoot across the harbour at 15 knots, their ensign extended at the stern and if you look carefully you will see a strip of netting sewn onto the tail end to protect from whipping its self to rags.
Free boats for all !
Monday, 01 April 2013The UK Government have today announced that all UK citizens will be eligible to claim a Free Boat to live aboard.
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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.