by First Class Sailing | Aug 8, 2023 | Sailing in media, Sailing Tales, Traditional Sailing
10 Nautical and Sailing Superstitions – Navigating the vast and unpredictable expanse of the sea has always been a daring endeavour, one that requires skill, courage, and a touch of luck. Throughout maritime history, sailors have faced not only the physical...
by First Class Sailing | Aug 19, 2022 | Learn to Sail, Sailing Events, Sailing Trips, Solent, Traditional Sailing
For hundreds of years before the advent of GPS sailors navigated the ocean using only a sextant and heavenly bodies. From Polynesians to Phoenicians. Viking raiders of the 5th Century to pillaging Pirates of the 18th. All used forms of Celestial Navigation. Recently...
by First Class Sailing | Mar 13, 2021 | Sail Round Britain, Sailing Holidays, Sailing in the West Country, Skippered Charter, Solent, Traditional Sailing, UK Sailing Holildays, Whole Boat Charter
The Perfect Holiday for the Whole Crew Whether you know the ropes or are new to sailing, a whole boat charter could be the perfect holiday for you and your family. Would you prefer to relax and let our experienced skipper take the helm or perhaps you are after a...
by First Class Sailing | Mar 6, 2021 | Sail Round Britain, Sailing Holidays, Skippered Charter, Traditional Sailing, UK Sailing Holildays
There has never been a better time to explore our wonderful coast and a UK Sailing Holiday is the perfect way to do it. The West Country coast offers a beautiful backdrop of quaint fishing villages, seaside towns and rolling hills. The beautiful British...
by First Class Sailing | Feb 19, 2021 | Crowdfunding, Golden Vanity, Learn to Sail, Traditional Sailing
On 12th January 2021 First Class Sailing launched a crowdfunding appeal to raise money to restore its recent acquisition Golden Vanity. She is only one of a pair of remaining Mumble Bee’s and was built in 1908 for marine artist Arthur Briscoe. We are delighted...
by First Class Sailing | Jan 29, 2021 | Sail Round Britain, Sailing Holidays, Sailing Tales, Traditional Sailing
Golden Vanity was built in 1908 for renowned marine artist Arthur Briscoe as a floating art studio. But who was Arthur Briscoe ? The Early Years Authur Briscoe was born on 25th February 1873, eldest child of five, to John and Eliza Briscoe in Birkenhead. These Mersey...
