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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.

SOLD - Phantom 40 4 y/o Luxury Motor Cruiser
SOLD - Phantom 40 4 y/o Luxury Motor Cruiser
Friday, 27 May 2016

Another boat sold by Boatshed - This 4 year old Fairline Phantom 40 is a stunning motor yacht which is not only an elegant and stylish design but with build quality to match. She's as good as new and is a credit to the owners. It is very well ...

SOLD - Malahide Trawler Yacht
SOLD - Malahide Trawler Yacht
Monday, 23 May 2016

Another boat sold by Boatshed - This Malahide was refurbished 1997 to an exceptionally high standard, the interior linings and décor are immaculate. Beautifully crafted mahogany woodwork by a cabinet maker has to be seen to appreciate the ful...

SOLD - Elling E3 Ultimate - only delivery mileage
SOLD - Elling E3 Ultimate - only delivery mileage
Thursday, 19 May 2016

Another boat sold by Boatshed - This Dutch built vessel is for sale with only delivery hours on the clock. The ambience is all about light and atmosphere with an interplay of colours and the harmony of the materials chosen. This vessel is a fu...

Under the Bonnet - Are you using all the new features?
Under the Bonnet - Are you using all the new features?
Thursday, 24 March 2016

We want our customers to feel valued, informed and, well…… loved. Instead of us keeping all the useful information about boat sales to ourselves, we have developed some tools to allow our customers to keep themselves informed whilst selling a...

The view from our window: America’s Cup Challenge - Land Rover BAR
The view from our window: America’s Cup Challenge - Land Rover BAR
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

Ben Ainslie Racing (BAR) was established by Great Britain sailing legend Sir Ben Ainslie in June 2014 with the ambitious aim of winning for Britain the 35th America’s Cup.

A day in the Life of ‘Boatshed Broker Support’
A day in the Life of ‘Boatshed Broker Support’
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

The Boatshed HQ Support team has plenty of experience within the brokerage and marine industry and is able to provide constant support to all Boatshed Brokers.

Jumping in! - Notes from a new Boatshed Broker
Jumping in! - Notes from a new Boatshed Broker
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

Last year Edward Kay joined the Boatshed Team, setting up Boatshed Riviera in the South of France as a new franchisee broker. A second broker, Solenne Vaudin d’Imecourt, now assists him. Edward has had a lifetime love affair with boating and th...

Boatshed in the Community
Boatshed in the Community
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

Over the past year Boatshed has been involved in various community projects.

Legal Know How - UK Marine Insurance Contracts
Legal Know How - UK Marine Insurance Contracts
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

From August 2016 changes in Consumer Insurance law will affect anyone who buys pleasure boat or charter boat insurance which is subject to English law.

Boatshed and pleasure boating in Asia
Boatshed and pleasure boating in Asia
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

As one of the world’s largest and most forward looking brokerages, Boatshed has been working in the newer Far East and Asian pleasure boat markets for some years.

Boatshed.com New feature - Searching for your next boat..
Boatshed.com New feature - Searching for your next boat..
Wednesday, 16 March 2016

From March 10th it will be even easier to find your ideal boat through Boatshed's new 'Saved Searches' tool. Quite simply, when looking for a boat on any Boatshed website, you can save your search and then receive a e-mail when a new boat/s ma...

Motorboat and Rib show held at Premier Marinas Gosport
Motorboat and Rib show held at Premier Marinas Gosport
Sunday, 13 March 2016

This was the first real spring weather weekend with blue skies, sunshine and a chilly north-easterly wind. Perfect weather for the Rib and Motorboat show held at Premier Marinas, Gosport.

Sailing in the Caribbean – We scrawled on the wall!
Sailing in the Caribbean – We scrawled on the wall!
Tuesday, 08 March 2016

Spotlight – The British Virgin Islands: Sailing conditions - Average wind speeds 15-25 knots, tidal range 12-18 inches, temperature always in the 80's - hot hot hot!!

Tropical islands and Caribbean sailing
Tropical islands and Caribbean sailing
Wednesday, 02 March 2016

Wow, what an amazing few days sailing in the BVI's sailing onboard this Fountaine Pajot Saba 50. The BVI's are amazing to sail around, lots of islands within easy reach, great temperature, you don't need huge change of clothes as its warm enough t...

Southampton 2015 Boat Show Report
Southampton 2015 Boat Show Report
Monday, 01 February 2016

The 2015 Southampton Boat Show was once again a fantastic event, with over 110,000 visitors during the 10 days, 330 boats on the water and an array of exhibitors, there was literally something for everybody!

Boatshed 2016 Conference Report
Boatshed 2016 Conference Report
Thursday, 14 January 2016

This week saw the Boatshed 2016 2 day Conference held in Gosport at Hardy’s at Haslar Marina. There was representation from approximately 40 Boatshed locations, including the UK and Europe, along with a number of members of the Boatshed HQ team....

From the Galley - END OF VEG SOUP!
From the Galley - END OF VEG SOUP!
Tuesday, 05 January 2016

If you have a few bits of tatty old veg in your locker or your fridge after Christmas - as long as they are still edible, why not make a soup. Using a pressure cooker its dead easy to make a tasty soup for all your crew. Its a fiery soup with ...

Capibara is once again afloat in Florida for Christmas
Capibara is once again afloat in Florida for Christmas
Wednesday, 30 December 2015

After spending six months in Denmark, we’re now once again back on the boat and ready to engage in new cruising adventures! In late November, we returned to the boat, which had been on the hard in Indiantown near Lake Okeechobee in southern Flor...

Avoiding pitfalls when buying and selling a used boat
Avoiding pitfalls when buying and selling a used boat
Tuesday, 29 December 2015

Buying and selling a boat can be quite a daunting process, not to mention emotional, especially if you are selling something that has given you a tremendous amount of fun, challenges and happiness over the years and has become close to your heart....

56 point boat check
56 point boat check
Thursday, 24 December 2015

At Boatshed we are always thinking of ways to help people sell their boats more efficiently and providing a better service to both seller and purchaser.

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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.