A guide to yacht classes, and how sailing boats are categorised for racing - a list that will continue to grow with the sport.

Cowes Week brought drama mixed with determination for the team onboard Stride Forward – an all-disabled crew racing on an un-adapted boat. Georgie Corlett-Pitt hears more about this inspirational campaign from helm Stuart Childerley and Stride Forward’s founder Holly King…

Set in heart of a historic fishing port and vibrant town in the Bristol Channel, Boatfolk’s Portishead Marina offers a safe haven for berthholders and visitors (356 berths), with plenty of cruising opportunities along the coastlines of Wales, north Devon and further afield writes Sue Pelling.

Essex Marina on the River Crouch is a convenient, well appointed privately-owned, family-run marina offering good value and easy access writes Sue Pelling. A total of 500 deep water moorings including 50 swing moorings, with access at all states of the tide.

Life on the high seas has given Jess and her family the opportunity to really indulge in lots of reading thanks to the many marina book swap hubs around the world!

Jess says that returning to the UK on holidays highlights the contrasting ways in which her children have been raised compared with their land-dwelling counterparts.

Never in his wildest dreams did Paul imagine himself on a fare-paying cruise contemplating the onboard activities!

Croatia’s Dalmatian cruising coastline with its blend of Mediterranean charm and European flair, continues to attract a growing number of visitors looking to expand their charter holiday repertoire writes Sue Pelling.

Here’s our top picks from the yacht market - some beautiful sailing boats ready for their next chapter.

Looking for a used yacht for sale? Here’s our pick of the latest sailing boats on the market.

Take a look at the latest arrivals to the yacht market - used boats in brilliant condition looking for new homes.

Here’s our top picks from the latest yacht designs - what’s your favourite?

A video tour of the new Saffier SE28 Leopard.

Sam Jefferson takes a look at the latest yacht designs on the market - which is your favourite?

Sam Jefferson checks out the latest launches in warm sailing gear.

Looking for a new pair of boating shoes? Sam Jefferson has tried out some of the best deck shoes on the market, so that you can pick the perfect pair for you.

It’s time to start looking at your sailing kit for the season ahead. Do you have everything you need to keep warm and dry when you’re out on the boat, either racing or cruising?

Whether you are setting off on a long voyage, or spending a few days on the water, here’s my list of essential yachting accessories, and a few extra ideas...

It seems only right you get your four legged friend kitted out for your beaching and boating adventures. Here’s our top six dog lifejackets.

Here’s a full tried-and-tested guide to the best handheld VHF radios on the market, and sailing pro Sam Fortescue’s tips on safe communication at sea.