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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.

1999 Sea Ray 400 Sedan Bridge
1999 Sea Ray 400 Sedan Bridge
Tuesday, 16 October 2012

International Yacht Broker, Boatshed Newport to tell you all about this 1999 Sea Ray 400 Sedan Bridge Flybridge just offered on the market with value. She is loaded with all the navigational aids you could possibly wish for including an updated GP...

Compelling Reasons to Register a Yacht in Gibraltar
Compelling Reasons to Register a Yacht in Gibraltar
Tuesday, 16 October 2012

In the last six months, further compelling reasons have emerged to make the Gibraltar Red Ensign the flag of choice. However, these changes aside, Gibraltar already has a host of advantages for registering a yacht in this unique southern European...

Grand Soleil 46.3 - update
Grand Soleil 46.3 - update
Tuesday, 16 October 2012

She is a Grand Soleil 46.3, yacht built in 2003 by a reputable Italian yard, Cantiere Del Pardo. She is a modern performance cruiser built to the highest European standards (EEC category A) as a safe and quick passage maker that can satisfy the re...

New Instructions – Sadler 32 for sale
New Instructions – Sadler 32 for sale
Monday, 15 October 2012

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Sadler 32. The Sadler 32 evolved from the hugely successful Contessa 32, also designed by David Sadler. The Contessa 32 was a real classic of its time, with elegant lines, low profile and superb...

Performance racing yacht Open 30 for sale
Performance racing yacht Open 30 for sale
Saturday, 13 October 2012

Boatshed Plymouth in association with Boatshed Performance and Owen Clarke Design are very proud to be able to offer for sale the legendary racing yacht Open 30 for sale. Click here for full details

CaRT appoints Canal Laureate
CaRT appoints Canal Laureate
Wednesday, 10 October 2012

So, taking a break from thinking about boats for sale, I just read about the Canal and River Trust partnering with the Poetry Society to appoint a Canal Laureate. Jo Bell is perfect for the role because she’s a liveaboard narrowboater, and a ver...

Vinyl Hull finishes for your boat
Vinyl Hull finishes for your boat
Tuesday, 09 October 2012

Vinyl Hull finishes are fast becoming the new everyday paint option for boat owners.

New to the Market!
New to the Market!
Tuesday, 09 October 2012

Check out these new listings -

Viper 640 - 2012 Sperry Top-sider San Francisco NOOD Results
Viper 640 - 2012 Sperry Top-sider San Francisco NOOD Results
Wednesday, 03 October 2012

Tony Chapman and the Boatshed.com Viper 640 has driven approx 8500 miles in the last 3 weeks doing the Viper 640 regattas and championships in North America.

Latest Bargains: Price drops in Essex
Latest Bargains: Price drops in Essex
Thursday, 27 September 2012

While the rain was coming down earlier this week so were our prices. Check out a few of our featured boats for sale at the moment and see if somebody’s second hand boat could be your first class dream! Every boat has many photos of the interior ...

Inspirational Celebs at the PSP Southampton boat show on Ladies day
Inspirational Celebs at the PSP Southampton boat show on Ladies day
Friday, 21 September 2012

Thursday 20th September hosted ladies day at the PSP Southampton boat show with lots of beautifully dressed women.

Come and meet the boat VAT Expert at PSP Southampton show
Come and meet the boat VAT Expert at PSP Southampton show
Wednesday, 19 September 2012

On Thursday attending the "On the Water" Bus in association with Boatshed.com, we have Ray Cotton from HMRC who will be available to answer any queries you may have about, importing a boat, VAT, proof of VAT, etc. He is only available f...

New Listing - German Luxury. Bavaria 330 Sport
New Listing - German Luxury. Bavaria 330 Sport
Wednesday, 19 September 2012

It is always a pleasure to step on board a beautifully clean and well presented boat. That was my first reaction when I stepped aboard this beautiful Bavaria 330 Sport. The owners have obviously spent a lot of time and effort to keep her in top c...

Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show
Saturday, 15 September 2012

Day 2 of the 42nd Newport International Boat Show was another busy one. The crowds started right when the gates opened and took us through another great Fizz @ 5!

PSP Southampton boat show
PSP Southampton boat show
Friday, 14 September 2012

With the start of the show to cloudy skies and slight rain it soon cleared up to be a bright, blustery day. The Olympian athletes opened the 2012 PSP Southampton boat show to a burst of enthusiasm from the crowd.

Boat Donation Programme launched by Sail 4 Cancer
Boat Donation Programme launched by Sail 4 Cancer
Thursday, 13 September 2012

Sail 4 Cancer has announced a new boat donation campaign which allows people to dispose of their boats whilst getting significant tax benefits.

Introducing the ‘On-The Water’ Bus in association with Boatshed.com
Introducing the ‘On-The Water’ Bus in association with Boatshed.com
Wednesday, 12 September 2012

With the success of British sportsmen and women in sailing, canoeing and rowing during the Olympics and Paralympics, the time could not be better to encourage new people into boating.

Buy your PSP Southampton boat show tickets here and support Sail 4 Cancer
Buy your PSP Southampton boat show tickets here and support Sail 4 Cancer
Monday, 10 September 2012

Buy your discounted PSP Southampton boat show tickets here to support Sail 4 Cancer and receive your discounted ticket prices for the Show:

NEW Boatshed Safety Shop
NEW Boatshed Safety Shop
Friday, 03 August 2012

Nobody knows the importance of having the right safety equipment onboard better than our own Directors, Neil and Mandy Chapman, they were rescued by the RNLI in the Bay of Biscay in October 1998 when their boat rolled 360 degrees, this was a life...

America's Cup World Series Final Race Day in Newport
America's Cup World Series Final Race Day in Newport
Monday, 02 July 2012

Boatshed Newport was in the house for the final day of racing at the America's Cup World Series. It was yet again a fantastic day although the winds a bit calmer. The first race featured Oracle Teams USA Spithill and Coutts in a final heat with ...

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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.