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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.

Thinking of selling your boat?
Thinking of selling your boat?
Saturday, 20 April 2013

If you are thinking of selling your boat, then have a chat to one of our Boatshed Brokers and they will explain how Boatshed can help sell your boat and what they will do for you.

Looking for a floating Casino?
Looking for a floating Casino?
Friday, 19 April 2013

Whilst Gambling in Cyprus is currently illegal the Cyprus President, Nicos Anastasiades has recently declared that he is prepared to allow casinos to operate in Cyprus in an effort to boost revenue. It’s hardly likely to turn the island into a L...

If you were a boat, which kind of boat would you be?
If you were a boat, which kind of boat would you be?
Thursday, 18 April 2013

This week we are able to introduce three very different boats for sale that have had their asking prices reduced. Each boat has her own individual character and needs to be matched with the right skipper. As with all Boatshed boats we have an ex...

PRODUCT TEST - Silky Deep Clean
PRODUCT TEST - Silky Deep Clean
Thursday, 18 April 2013

Thinking of selling your boat? Prepare your boat ready for sale or ready for a brand new season after a very harsh winter.

New Instructions – Hardy Pilot 20SE for sale
New Instructions – Hardy Pilot 20SE for sale
Tuesday, 16 April 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale an incredibly well presented Hardy Pilot 20SE. This Hardy must be seen to be appreciated as the current owner has meticulously maintained and upgraded her. The teak cockpit was laid just this year...

Everyday Is A Boat Show At Waterline Boats!
Everyday Is A Boat Show At Waterline Boats!
Monday, 15 April 2013

The NEW Waterline Boats / Boatshed Seattle docks accommodate more boats and provide greater visibility and access making it feel like a boat show everyday!

Probably The Best Mooring In London - with Boat
Probably The Best Mooring In London - with Boat
Monday, 15 April 2013

Battlebridge basin is perhaps the most sought after mooring in London - secluded, secure and private, but within easy reach of the West End and the City. Kings Cross and St. Pancras are just a few minutes walk away. There are plenty of shops and r...

Selling a #sail boat: My story
Selling a #sail boat: My story
Thursday, 11 April 2013

We recently helped Vanessa Ward to sell her Snapdragon 24, “Sandel.”

Technology on a canal boat
Technology on a canal boat
Wednesday, 10 April 2013

If you are looking for your first canal boat for sale or perhaps a narrowboat in Hertfordshire or London you may have questions about technology and it’s place in canal boat life. Whether you’re thinking of living on a wide beam, going on an e...

Boat safety: What the beep?!
Boat safety: What the beep?!
Monday, 08 April 2013

Last week a mother and her daughter (aged 10) died of suspected carbon monoxide poisoning. Three people were on board the boat on Windermere and early enquiries suggested a faulty generator could have been to blame.

Pacesetter 540 – Recently Reduced!
Pacesetter 540 – Recently Reduced!
Saturday, 06 April 2013

The Bracewell Pacesetter 540 is a spacious, comfortable three stateroom yacht. It’s a design that exhibits an excellent use of space and provides more liveable volume than most 58 – 60 foot vessels. When operated in trawler-like fashion (10 kn...

Cyprus -  Gone to the Dogs?  Not Likely.....
Cyprus - Gone to the Dogs? Not Likely.....
Friday, 05 April 2013

Cyprus after the banking crisis is still alive and kicking as people turned out in their thousands to attend a charity concert. Admission to the day-long event in Nicosia- organised by Cyprus Aid - was free but revellers were asked to donate item...

The surgeon didn't say I couldn't boat!
The surgeon didn't say I couldn't boat!
Thursday, 04 April 2013

Keith Winchester recently bought a Sealine S25 called Sailfree. He’s been interested in sailing for fifty years.

New Instructions – Shakespeare 620 Sport RIB  for sale
New Instructions – Shakespeare 620 Sport RIB for sale
Saturday, 30 March 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a stunning Shakespeare 620 Sport. Finished in dark blue hypalon tubes, white and piped blue upholstery and equipped with a 150hp outboard this RIB is both attractive and fast! She has been dry sto...

New Instructions – Fairline Corniche 31 (tri cabin) for sale
New Instructions – Fairline Corniche 31 (tri cabin) for sale
Friday, 29 March 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Fairline Corniche 31. This Corniche has been well cared for and comes with a complete service record. The engines (Volvo KAD43) were installed in just 2003. The three cabin layout is the most us...

New Instructions – Beneteau Oceanis 311 Clipper for sale
New Instructions – Beneteau Oceanis 311 Clipper for sale
Thursday, 28 March 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a lovingly maintained Beneteau Oceanis 311 Clipper. This one owner from new 311 has the benefit of the lifting keel reducing her draft to just over 2’ with the keel up but over 7’ when lowered...

What is an Easter egg?
What is an Easter egg?
Thursday, 28 March 2013

An Easter egg is a secret message or hidden feature in a film, book or in computer software. The idea is that once you know there is one to be found, you may hunt for it the way you would look for eggs in an Easter egg hunt.

New Instructions – Marine Trader Europa 40 for sale
New Instructions – Marine Trader Europa 40 for sale
Thursday, 21 March 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Marine Trader Europa 40. Imported into the UK by the current owner (VAT was paid on import) this trawler yacht offers plenty of living space, a large fly bridge and recently refurbished and inst...

New Instructions – Hardy Family Pilot 20 for sale
New Instructions – Hardy Family Pilot 20 for sale
Thursday, 21 March 2013

Boatshed Dartmouth are delighted to offer for sale a Hardy Family Pilot 20. These are really great boats for fishing, weekending or just enjoying a day out. This example is well presented, clean and tidy and equipped with nice Honda outboard and r...

A day in the life of yacht broker Steve
A day in the life of yacht broker Steve
Monday, 18 March 2013

Steve Booth is a broker at Boatshed Essex. He has always liked water based sports including sailing and canoeing. He started off dinghy sailing, and his first ‘proper’ boat was a Hurley 22. Steve’s been a Boatshed broker for six years and lo...

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