Thrown in at the deep end

In Potopaddu harbour, on the island of Sumbawa, Indonesia, we were navigating through a narrow and tricky channel, with minimal depths, which then widened into a large, sheltered pool. There were seve

When I was aged 10, the farmers used to come round the schools to pick volunteers to work on the farms during the summer holidays, mainly to help bring in the harvest. The country was still building u

Chris and Ron Colverson were enjoying an idyllic first river trip aboard their new Freeman 22 Mk2 cabin cruiser – until Ron fell in

There are many highs to cruising around the Adriatic in high summer and getting paid for the pleasure but somehow it’s the shuddering lows that stick in the mind. Given that it is a very human trait t

Located in the beautiful, ancient town of Rye in East Sussex, the Mermaid Inn abounds with colourful stories of smugglers, ghosts, royalty and secret tunnels. The inn was probably built during the rei

There are so many wonderful ways to enjoy Britain’s waterways and this time of year is perfect for exploring them. Let us help you dip your toe in...