Reading about life at sea can be as thrilling and inspiring as being on the water itself. Whether you’re a weekend cruiser, liveaboard sailor, or simply dreaming of your next voyage, here are some of the best sailing books that deserve a place in your saloon.
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The Bowline Knot
The Bowline Knot – The Essential Knot for Sailors
The bowline is arguably the most popular knot in the sailing world. Usually one of the first knots mastered by a novice sailor, it is considered one of the most versatile and trusted knots aboard any vessel.
Fair Weather Sailors
Fair Weather Sailors – Why We Need a Few More
Fair weather sailors sometimes get an unfair reputation in the sailing community. But for many people, choosing to sail in good conditions is simply about enjoying the experience safely and making the most of their time on the water.
The History of the Sea Shanty
What Is a Sea Shanty?
A sea shanty is a rhythmic work song traditionally sung by sailors as they carried out hard, repetitive tasks aboard ship.
Grace Darling
Grace Darling: The Heroine of Longstone Lighthouse
Grace Darling is one of the most famous heroines in British maritime history. Grace Darling is remembered for her dramatic lighthouse rescue during the Forfarshire shipwreck in 1838.
Trinity House
Trinity House: The Charity Behind Britain’s Lighthouses
Trinity House is one of the UK’s oldest maritime charities. Henry VIII granted the organisation a Royal Charter in 1514 (often cited as 1513 due to the old calendar system). From its earliest days, it has focused on improving the safety of shipping and supporting the welfare of seafarers.
Eddystone Lighthouse
The History of Eddystone Lighthouse
The Eddystone Lighthouse stands on the Eddystone Rocks, around 14 miles southwest of Plymouth in Devon. These rocks have long been one of the most dangerous hazards for ships approaching the English Channel.
COP26 Ocean Roundup
All the latest ocean news from COP26
This week, world leaders and their representatives have been attending the 26th meeting of COP (or Conference of Parties). Hosted by the United Nations, this annual conference serves as a forum for 196 countries to discuss the problems, solutions, challenges and successes of the fight against the climate crisis. The Lovesail team have been keeping a close eye on commitments that aim to tackle oceanic problems.
Lesser Known Ghost Ships
Lesser-Known Ghost Ships to Haunt Your Imagination
As Halloween approaches, the team at Lovesail has been thinking about the eerie tales that drift through maritime history. Few things capture a sailor’s imagination like the mystery of a ghost ship.
Autumn Sailing Destinations – Our Top Picks
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp in the UK, many sailors begin to think the season is coming to a close. But autumn is far from the end of the sailing year. Across the world, there are still plenty of destinations offering warm seas, reliable winds, and the golden light of … Read more
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