When Robert Forrester returned from picking up engine parts in Miami he also came back with a surprise for his wife - a Jack Russell called Tara. Now the tale…
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Pictures: At the helm of a Clipper 68
YBW's Katy Stickland got the chance to crew on a Clipper 68 during Cowes Week 2016. CV2 has circumnavigated four times, and is now used for training and corporate events.
Pictures: Celebrating canal pioneer James Brindley
A new exhibition celebrating the life of English engineer, James Brindley, is now underway at the National Waterways Museum. It is 300 years since the birth of the canal pioneer.
10 nautically themed cocktails to try… anytime!
Suitable for any occasion whether on board or on dry land, why not sample this range of nautically themed cocktails!
Cooking on a boat: salads and light bites
From Dee Caffari's tortilla pizza to The Boat Cookbook's author Fiona Sims brown shrimp and borlotti beans salad, these delicious recipes are quick to make, require minimal cooking and are…
Cooking on a boat: how to create delicious meals in the galley
There's nothing quite like enjoying a meal at sea, but it can be tricky to cook in a small galley and ingredients may not always be available. YBW speaks to…
Pictures: Mary Rose warship to go on full public display
For the first time since it was raised from the seabed, the Tudor flagship, Mary Rose will go on full display to the public. See pictures of the historic ship…
Chronicling the story of the nation’s canals
Writer in residence, Jasper Winn will be travelling around Britain's canals recording the quirkier side of life on the waterways.
200 year old canal barge discovered
Archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a Stover Canal barge near Newton Abbot in Devon. It is believed to be the only one of its kind found.
Restoring the historic Grantham Canal
Volunteers are now preparing to lay new foundations at lock 15 of the Grantham Canal in Lincolnshire as part of restoration work.
Pictures: Centenary of the ‘largest naval battle in history’
The 31 May marks 100 years since the start of the Battle of Jutland. Artefacts from the First World War naval battle are now on display at the The National…
Pictures: Using the past to record today’s RNLI
Jack Lowe has started his five year Lifeboat Station Project, recording the lives of RNLI crews around the UK and the Republic of Ireland using Victorian photographic techniques. He speaks…
Pictures: Brixham trawler, Provident sails again
Provident has not sailed since September 2014 because of problems with the trawler's engine. The vessel is now back out at sea with the rest of the Trinity Sailing fleet.
Royal Yacht Britannia part of Queen’s 90th celebrations
A number of events around the UK are scheduled to celebrate the monarch's landmark and those who share the Queen's birthday can board the Royal Yacht for free.
15,000 miles in 133 days: British travel writer’s sail and cycle challenge
Simon Parker, a travel writer from Oxford, will shortly begin his epic journey by crossing the Pacific on the Clipper 2015-2016 Round the World Race yacht.
Quiz: can you identify these 14 “baby” sea creatures?
Fancy yourself a marine expert? Take our quiz to find out how much you really know about the animals lurking below the surface of the sea.
Keith Purser: a vision of an English coastal world
The Dungeness-based painter will showcase some of his most beautiful artwork at Jonathan Clark Fine Art gallery in London's Chelsea from February 4-26. Take a look at some of Purser's…
Christmas gift guide 2015 for him and her
Stuck for gift ideas? Take a look at our Christmas gift guide and see our suggestions for family, friends and the boaters in your life.
Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust: sailing back to health
Read the story behind Dame Ellen MacArthur's cancer trust and what it means to the kids in recovery from cancer that it aims to help.
Weekly round-up: YBW news digest
Humpback whale saved by fishermen, catamaran luxury company goes bankrupt and the yacht that looks like a car: YBW weekly news and pictures in bite-size format.