Pelican of London tall ship under full sail out in the ocean

Former journalist Dave Rushby is funding seven places for 16-17 year olds on the Pelican of London to help them build confidence and life skills. He is hoping other people…

The John Merricks Sailing Trust has funded the purchase of 235 boats and boards for young sailors over the last 25 years. Credit: RYA

The trustees of the John Merricks Sailing Trust say a lack of revenue due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is one of the reasons behind the decision to…

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Voyage for VOYCE has seen former foster child, Elana Connor complete a 3,000-mile, solo figure-8 route around New Zealand in a 34ft yacht, to raise sail training funds. 

Timothy Long ( 15 ), arrives in Largs during his attempt at becoming the youngest person to sail solo around Britain. Timothy from Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, chose the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust as a charity to support during his expedition, following Dame Ellen MacArthur’s similar sailing journey when she was 18. Image Credit Marc Turner / EMCT

At 15, Timothy Long sailed around Britain. He shares the highs and lows of his incredible voyage with Katy Stickland