Welcome to Sail Britain’s programme! Each week has a different focus but all involve lots of sailing and exploring! No experience is necessary and it’s open to everyone. From raising anchor to setting the sails, we provide the support and training to make sure everyone can get involved in an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Our voyages under sail work towards creative and cultural exchange, education and environmental research in a context which values diversity and new ideas. They’re also a wonderful way to get out on the water, learn to sail from an onboard instructor, and explore some of Europe’s most beautiful scenery!
Any questions? – info@sailbritain.org
Please note: We have had to postpone our 2020 programme to 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Final rescheduling is in progress and dates will be released below on a trip by trip basis. If you’d like to sail with us next summer, feel free to drop us a line! Thank you for all the messages of support we have had at this difficult time!
Ocean Literacy Afloat
5th – 12th June 2021
Milford Haven – Holyhead
Join us for a week learning about the ocean under sail with marine social scientist Holly Griffin. We’ll explore about how the ocean is the engine of our planet, how it benefits us, and our impact upon it. And of course learn to sail as we explore the beautiful islands and coastline of Wales…read more
The Wild Islands Residency
Week 1: 10th – 17th July 2021, Oban – Oban
Week 2: 17th – 24th July 2021, Oban – Mallaig
Counterpart to The Life of Islands, this residency will focus on uninhabited islands. We will sail to the remoter and wilder places, exploring the landscape, geology and wildlife that can be found there, as well as their historical importance as places of past habitation…read more
The Life of Islands Residency
Week 1: 31st July – 7th Aug 2021, Mallaig – Mallaig
Week 2: 7th – 14th Aug 2021, Mallaig – Mallaig
Our second year exploring ‘Islandness’ – the nature of islands, what makes them special, and what they might offer as alternative models for society. The residency will focus on the Isles of the Inner Hebrides and will give artists a space to explore notions of remoteness, community, and ecology with a strong connection to nature…read more
Marine Conservation Week
postponed until 2021, dates TBC
The seas around Scotland are rich in marine life, from Humpback Whales and Basking Sharks to incredible sea birds, such as the Osprey and White-tailed Eagles. This week will explore the conservation issues facing the oceans. We’ll be learning their secrets and spotting as many as we can!…read more
Our Living Ocean
postponed until 2021, dates TBC
Led by marine biologist Marte Klemetsdal from the Arctic University of Norway, we’ll be setting sail to explore the amazing diversity of life that inhabits our Atlantic shores, sailing to remote and beautiful places and discovering the secrets of our beautiful oceans. We hope to establish stronger relations with the big blue and come home inspired! …read more
Sound and Song
postponed until 2021, dates TBC
This week will explore singing and the sea, a long tradition which is uniquely intertwined. We’ll be exploring the islands led by wild swimmer, teacher and musician Jenny Kinnear who will be sharing shanties and Gaelic songs with the crew. No need to be a singer, all welcome!
Wild Food and Sailing
postponed until 2021, dates TBC
Our shores are a bountiful source of wild and delicious food, but how often do we explore this wonderful larder? What nature provides is delicious, fresh, and nutritious, and the process of gathering it, joyful. During a week of Autumn sailing, we’ll be seeking out some of nature’s delights and rewilding our cooking skills!…read more
Exploring Plastic in our Oceans
postponed until 2021, dates TBC
With 8 million tons of plastic entering the world’s oceans each year, we face a growing environmental crisis and plastic has been found even in the deepest depths. We’ll be setting sail to explore it’s effects in the marine environment and ways to reduce our impact, while also carrying out remote beach cleans gathering data where others can’t easily go…read more
Official partner, Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters 2020
Please remember that Sail Britain trips encompass multidisciplinary creative, cultural and scientific research, and are not tours or holidays. Travel to and from locations is not included.