The propeller, also known as the boat prop is one of the most important parts, so it’s one that you need to get right if you want your boat to perform efficiently. The size of the propeller needs to be right, and generally the smaller the propeller, the smaller the boat and the larger propeller, […]

Whether you love a spot of fishing, a gentle ride up the river with friends or a long trip on a whopper of a canal boat, we have a few points on safety you might want to hear about. Safety is one of the most important things you need to consider when you’re buying a […]

The Bedford River Festival is an event that takes place every two years, and it’s probably Bedfordshire’s claim to fame after John Bunyon! The town is renowned for having a beautiful river running through it called The Ouse, and for two days in July it get’s extremely lively! The embankment and parks are filled with […]

If you’re already a boat enthusiast or are considering taking up the hobby, learning to sail is just one extra step, but it can have a big impact on how you feel about boating and your experiences in it. Sailing, like other types of boating, can be a great way to experience the outdoors; to […]

The boating lifestyle is one that’s often labelled ‘relaxing’, ‘peaceful’ and ‘for the elderly’. On the face of it that may be true, but there are plenty of opportunities to be had on rivers. During the summer months, it’s normal for people to head to the river for a picnic or a spot of relaxation, […]