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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.

Boatshed.com supports Globe 5.80 Transat
Boatshed.com supports Globe 5.80 Transat
Friday, 29 October 2021

Neil Chapman, Founder and CEO of Boatshed.com, has announced a GOLD Sponsorship with the Globe 5.80 Transat which starts Sunday 31st October from Lagos in Portugal.

Boatshed Refer a Boat
Boatshed Refer a Boat
Wednesday, 07 April 2021

Boatshed Refer a Boat is a referral scheme which rewards the person who introduces potential sellers to Boatshed. If you know anyone who is looking to sell their boat, you have a great opportunity to earn some extra money. After contacting the ow...

March 2021 BoatBid Auction
March 2021 BoatBid Auction
Wednesday, 10 March 2021

The March 2021 BoatBid auction opened for bidding at 0900hrs (GMT) on Monday 8th March, and will end at 1900hrs (GMT) on Sunday 14th March 2021.
Take a peruse through the catalogue here, and read more about one of the entries b...

March 2021BoatBid Catalogue
March 2021BoatBid Catalogue
Monday, 01 March 2021

You can now take a look through the catalogue at the entries for our March 2021 BoatBid auction.
The March 2021 BoatBid will go live in 7 days time.
The auction starts at:
0900hrs (GMT) - Monday 8th March 2021
and the a...

A Boat Owner's Insights - Nordzee Kotter 52 Long Range Trawler
A Boat Owner's Insights - Nordzee Kotter 52 Long Range Trawler
Tuesday, 15 December 2020

In this excerpt of “A Boat Owner’s Insights,” we feature a Nordzee Kotter 52.
The Long Range Trawler is for sale by Waterline Boats / Boatshed Everett.

Boatshed Portsmouth wishing Alex Thomson Racing a great Vendee Globe 2021
Boatshed Portsmouth wishing Alex Thomson Racing a great Vendee Globe 2021
Thursday, 12 November 2020

Boatshed Portsmouth are based in the home of Alex Thomson Racing and have been very fortunate to be great friends with Alex and the team and have watched the development and creation of the latest ground-breaking Hugo Boss new racing yacht spe...

November 2020 BoatBid
November 2020 BoatBid
Monday, 12 October 2020

The November BoatBid auction is now open for entries.
The Auction will run from Monday 2nd November - 0900hrs (GMT) through to Sunday 8th November - 1900hrs (GMT)

July 2020 BoatBid Auction
July 2020 BoatBid Auction
Wednesday, 08 July 2020

Have you reached the heady heights of the catalogue, for our July 2020 BoatBid auction yet? We have a tantalising range of boats and a selection of boats to live-a-board or enjoy as a holiday home. In the Midi Canal area of France our Bo...

July 2020 BoatBid Auction is LIVE
July 2020 BoatBid Auction is LIVE
Monday, 06 July 2020

Our July 2020 BoatBid Auction is live and the bidding has started ! Take a look at the selection of boats entered below, or head to the catalogue on BoatBid.com

Restaurant Boat for Sale in Canal du Midi - June 2020 BoatBid
Restaurant Boat for Sale in Canal du Midi - June 2020 BoatBid
Saturday, 06 June 2020

Boatshed Midi Canals are delighted to offer this restaurant boat and trip boat for sale.
She will be presented in the June 2020 BoatBid Auction, which is running from Monday 8th June through to Sunday 14th June 2020.

June 2020 BoatBid Auction
June 2020 BoatBid Auction
Friday, 05 June 2020

This month's BoatBid brings an exciting range of boats and opportunities from around our global brokerages. Our listings genuinely include options for most interests and tastes and make a fascinating collection to view.
The Lagoon 450, Outb...

First virtual viewing...great to be back onboard boats!
First virtual viewing...great to be back onboard boats!
Monday, 04 May 2020

I was fortunate to list this particular boat with some photographs just before the 'lockdown' so the marketing began with limited photos.

#Staysafe buying boats.   Information for Buyers, Sellers and Brokers.
#Staysafe buying boats. Information for Buyers, Sellers and Brokers.
Friday, 01 May 2020

Our business practices aim to reduce social contact where possible and when customers and brokers need to meet, we aim to reduce any risk of infection. Please find further information below, relevant to selling and buying . These are in addition ...

Spirit Yacht 111 'Geist' a contemporary luxury bespoke superyacht and we were lucky enough to take a peek!
Spirit Yacht 111 'Geist' a contemporary luxury bespoke superyacht and we were lucky enough to take a peek!
Tuesday, 21 April 2020

Once was during a visit in February to meet my colleagues in Boatshed Suffolk where Spirit Yachts reside. This is where she was designed and built in-house. It was unbelievable to compare the size of the yacht to the actual size of the headqua...

Not Sure Whether to Buy a Boat With an Inboard or Outboard Engine? Watch This!
Not Sure Whether to Buy a Boat With an Inboard or Outboard Engine? Watch This!
Monday, 30 March 2020

Join Tim, from Boatshed yacht brokers, to hear the advantages and disadvantages of outboard motors on boats.

A Walk and Talk Underneath an Eighties Family Cruiser.
A Walk and Talk Underneath an Eighties Family Cruiser.
Monday, 09 March 2020

A quick look around what you might expect to find under one of these classic boats. Excuse the referrals to the rudder, when I meant the propeller!

Portsmouth Sailing Club Centenary
Portsmouth Sailing Club Centenary
Sunday, 22 December 2019

Chris Rust helming his Squib

Marking a momentous 20 years for Boatshed.com
Marking a momentous 20 years for Boatshed.com
Friday, 01 November 2019

A cruel twist of fate and a passion for boats are now ingrained in Boatshed’s 20-year history through a chain of events that was to revolutionize the yacht brokerage industry.

What is a trawler ? We ask Gary at Boatshed Seattle.....
What is a trawler ? We ask Gary at Boatshed Seattle.....
Friday, 01 November 2019

Trawler chat with Gary Buck

The Mayday Call that saved our lives – and started a business…
The Mayday Call that saved our lives – and started a business…
Thursday, 12 September 2019

In celebrating the 20th anniversary of Boatshed.com we take a glimpse into how the business began. But how could co-founders Mandy and Neil Chapman ever have imagined that their dramatic air-sea rescue in a Force 10 storm would become such...

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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.