David Jefferson describes Portelet Bay, on the south coast of Jersey, as one of the island's most beautiful anchorages
Cruising guides
Watermill Cove, Isles of Scilly
A remote, attractive anchorage away from the crowds, for Mark Fishwick Watermill Cove is also a useful bolthole when St Mary’s Harbour gets uncomfortable
St Helen’s Pool, Isles of Scilly
Nestled between the northern islands of the Isles of Scilly, St Helen’s Pool enjoys nearly all-round shelter – a rare attribute in these parts. With Tresco to the west, St…
Tréguier River, Brittany
It can often seem a long day sailing from the Channel Islands to Tréguier. Such was the case this time and it was late afternoon before I passed La Corne…
Kelefesia, Ha’apai Group
If your idea of paradise is anchoring off a deserted island with palm trees and white sands, then look no further than the Ha’apai Islands in Tonga. Most yachts choose…
A cruising guide to Madeira
Whether it’s winter sun, ocean sailing or just a wild time, Madeira has a lot to offer. Chris Beeson reports
Charter weather – when to sail where
Meteorologist Dr Simon Keeling’s guide to help you find the fair weather of the world for your chosen charter
A charter in the British Virgin Islands
Chris Beeson has gone to The Dogs, reached the Bitter End, even needed Painkillers – and never been happier than on charter in the British Virgin Islands
Wangerooge, East Frisian Islands
With an up-to-date chart to hand, this lovely anchorage in the Frisian Islands can be found hidden away at the eastern end of the island, suggests Detlef Jens
Bratanish Mor, Isle of Lewis
The passage to this inland anchorage of Bratanish Mor may be challenging but the rewards will be worthwhile, says Miranda Delmar-Morgan