News

Sail Boat Project workers’ co-operative operates a Community Sailing Fund so we can subsidise the cost of sailing activities for members of community groups in Sussex and Hampshire. We are excited to be able to offer a range of taster sails and two and three day sails available for £20 per person per day. https://sailboatproject.org/community-sailing-fund/ We encourage local groups to have a look at the schedule to see trips out of Chichester harbour, Brighton marina and Newhaven marina – there’s something for everyone! “We believe sailing can have a big impact on people's mental health. Our own records chart an increase in…

ChartworkBurrito lunchLight wind sailingBeaulieu RiverBraving the elements

Do you have the assumed navigational knowledge to make a success of your RYA Day Skipper practical course? Take our fun Day Skipper Knowledge self test and find out! If you enroll on a RYA Day Skipper practical course it is assumed that you have navigational knowledge to Day Skipper shorebased ability. This little test helps you gauge your current level and help you decide if you need to do the theory course. You can mark yourself in this test - the answers are at the end for you to check how well you did. It's also well worth revising your theory…

It's happening, Bessie Ellen is almost in Porto to load up with sail cargo for the UK. Orders are now open on vegan wines and port, almonds, olives and olive oil - all organic. Click here to order now and join our sail cargo pioneers

We are looking for new Company Directors to get involved with Sail Boat Project. We are a friendly community sailing school, working to widen access to the sea through sail training. As well as RYA sailing courses we offer community work, like our supportive Dementia Sails. We are also involved in importing olive oil and other products from Portugal to Newhaven by sail cargo vessel! Interested? Can you offer 2 hours a month to attend a directors’ meeting; one day a year to attend our annual review and planning day; plus some time to support an aspect of our work? Register your…