The Elland Bridge, which was damaged during the 2015 Boxing Day floods in West Yorkshire, is being rebuilt with original features. The canal through Elland has now reopened.
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Embarrassing lesson for Australian boat owner
The owner of the boat was left red faced after he failed to properly secure his speedboat in its trailer. The vessel broke free and slid off onto the road.
Check you don’t bring back unwanted visitors on board this summer!
Taking your boat abroad this summer? The RYA is encouraging boaters to make sure unwanted invasive species are not brought back to the UK.
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 ideal when there is minimal galley space.
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 Fiona Sims, the author of 'The Boat Cookbook: Real Food for Hungry Sailors', a book full of easy recipes -…
Artist sets sail in giant paper boat
German artist, Frank Bôlter presented the Epic Sailing Adventure of a Life-Size Paper Boat Across Galway during Sea Fest 2016. See it sail below!
Countdown to the Windermere Boat Show
Following last year's success, the Windermere Boat Show is back with a display of new and used yachts and motor boats. The event is free.
Video: Honouring Litton, the pioneer of whitewater dories
The short film, Martin's Boat, is a tribute to Martin Litton who pioneered the whitewater dory. It has now been made available to a global audience. Watch it here.
Video: SAIL Amsterdam 2015 time lapse
We know the next SAIL Amsterdam isn't being held until 2020, but we loved this time lapse video of last year's event. Watch it here!
Video: The loss of an anchor
When anchoring doesn't go according to plan! Watch the video of the anchor being lost here!
Plans for Norman longboat sculpture to mark 1066 anniversary
Metal sculptor Leigh Dyer wants to create the Norman longboat sculpture to commemorate the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings.
Premier Marinas acquires Noss Marina on the River Dart
Premier Marinas Limited has today completed the purchase of Noss Marina from the Administrators Duff & Phelps.
£1.2m pilot boats built for ‘Storm Heroes’
Each impressive million-pound craft is built to withstand the five-metre swells and 100mph winds the Welsh crew takes on.
‘Plastic fishing’ company builds boats from bottles to fight pollution
An social enterprise group called Plastic Whale has entered the boat building business with six boats built from plastic 'fished' from Amsterdam's canals.
British tourist drowns after falling from tour boat in St Lucia
The body of a 28-year-old British tourist has been discovered on a beach on the Caribbean island of St Lucia.
Boat dwellers in Brentford facing eviction
Houseboat occupants in West London are claiming 'harassment' by the local council who are attempting to evict the boat dwellers it says are illegally moored.
Premier Marinas announce Powerboat and RIB Show at Gosport Marina
The Premier Powerboat and RIB Show at Gosport Marina takes place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March
Coastguard responds to sinking fishing boat
A Coastguard Rescue Team and local firefighters were called to the scene of a sinking fishing boat in the North Yorkshire town of Scarborough this morning.
DIY antifouling survey results announced
The most comprehensive survey ever undertaken to study the DIY use of antifouling (AF) paints in the UK has shown that boat owners are 'taking the correct precautions and are well aware of the hazards involved when using these products'.