This episode takes us from Carbost to Ardmore Bay, enjoying a beautiful sail until our VHF suddenly stops working. With safety in mind, we run tests to track down the fault before heading off again. The next day we enjoy a sunny, perfect sail north to the Isle of Harris, dropping anchor in a quiet bay all to ourselves. With the weather warm enough for a swim, Matt even dives down to collect fresh scallops for dinner the best kind of reward after a day on the water! But sailing life always brings surprises… the following morning our windlass finally gives up completely, leaving Matt to haul up the anchor chain by hand, injuring his hand in the process. We manage to motor round the corner to the Isle of Harris Marina, a beautiful, community-run marina with everything right on the doorstep. The staff couldn’t have been friendlier, and we even treated ourselves at the local deli. Matt takes apart the windlass, finds the culprit, and (thankfully!) manages to get it fixed. A real mix of sailing joys, challenges, and good food — just another week aboard Constantia. ⛵ Highlights: Beautiful sail Carbost → Ardmore Bay Troubleshooting a VHF failure Sunny sail to Harris & wild swimming Foraging scallops for dinner Windlass breakdown & hand-hauling chain Exploring Isle of Harris Marina & local deli Windlass repair success! Thanks for watching guys, we hope you enjoyed the video!

This episode has it all — from hurricane-force winds to perfect sailing days. We start by leaving our anchorage at Loch na Droma Buidhe when the wind shifts, putting us on a lee shore. Then it’s all hands on deck as we prepare for Storm Floris, which batters Scotland with hurricane-strength gusts. We ride it out safely in Tobermory, sharing what it was like and how we managed. Once the storm clears, we set sail for the Isle of Rum, enjoying one of those dream passages with just the right amount of wind. Onshore, we wander through the island’s ancient woodland with Lancer — a magical walk. After two days on Rum, it’s time to move on, so we point the bow towards Carbost on Skye, where Matthew finally gets his hands on a bottle of Talisker whisky straight from the source. ⛵ Highlights: Leaving a lee shore in shifting winds Preparing for Storm Floris (hurricane-force winds in Scotland!) Weathering the storm in Tobermory A stunning sail to Rum Walking with Lancer in ancient woodland Sailing to Carbost for Talisker whisky A real mix of sailing challenges, storm prep, and pure joy on the water.

Just when we thought our outboard woes were behind us… it breaks again in the wind and rain, no less! With the engine out of action, Matt rows ashore like a hero, gets it going temporarily, but it doesn’t last long. Thankfully, our friends come to the rescue, picking up a new 4hp outboard for us in Inverness. Big upgrade and a lot more weight for me (Paige) to wrangle aboard! We sail to Salen, meet our friends, and collect the new engine all after a fantastic sail in true Scottish style. From Salen, we set off for Loch Drambuie, enjoying another beautiful passage, navigating through a narrow gap past Broad Rock. To top it all off, Matt forages some winkles from the beach to cook for dinner. Not a bad way to end a day at sea. ⛵ Highlights: Outboard fails again in wind & rain Matt rows ashore & attempts a repair We upgrade to a 4hp engine (goodbye, 2.0!) Fantastic sailing to and from Salen & Loch Drambuie Navigating narrow gaps and rocky channels Beach foraging for wild winkles Another real slice of sailing life — a bit of hassle, plenty of beauty, and a few laughs in between. Come along for the ride!

In this episode, we welcome Matt’s brother aboard in Oban and set sail for a trip filled with Scottish castles, family time, and stunning coastal views. Along the way, we visit several iconic spots — including a front-row seat to a live firing demonstration at Duart Castle! After a few days of exploring and adventuring with family, it’s back to just the two of us (and Lancer!) as we continue our journey north. The sailing is beautiful, the skies are kind, and the sense of freedom returns as we settle into life afloat again. ⛵ Highlights: Picking up Matt’s brother in Oban Visiting multiple Scottish castles by boat Watching a live cannon firing at Castle Duart Family fun and a few unexpected adventures Peaceful and scenic sailing after goodbyes Continuing our journey north up the west coast of Scotland If you love a mix of sailing life, historic sights, and the rhythm of cruising with and without crew, this episode captures it all.

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In this action-packed episode, we enter the Crinan Canal, hoping for a smooth transition from Scotland’s west coast to its inland beauty — but things don’t exactly go to plan. With a strict 2m draft limit, we nearly touch bottom, and it only gets more intense from there. The canal exit turns into chaos with boats crashing, confused lock operations, and to top it off, we snag a 20-meter-long fishing pot line around our keel. Miraculously, we escape damage and continue on, only to witness the boat ahead of us hit rocks hard near our mooring for the night. Despite the drama, we’re treated to stunning sailing conditions and refuel with the best sandwiches in Scotland from our favourite spot on Arran — The Sandwich Station. ⛵ Highlights: Navigating the Crinan Canal with draft restrictions Boats colliding & disorganisation in the locks Fishing pot line wrapped around our keel Rock collision near our overnight stop Gorgeous sailing & epic sandwiches from Arran If you love real-life sailing moments — the highs, the lows, and everything in between — this episode delivers!

In our most ambitious passage yet, we take on three night sails aboard Constantia — a first for us on this boat! We depart from the Isles of Scilly and head to Milford Haven, then on to Fishguard, and finally make a long overnight run to the Isle of Man before aiming for Arran... but, as sailing goes, plans change. Our attempt to anchor at Arran doesn’t quite go to plan, so we press on to Largs, Scotland. Along the way, we're joined by playful dolphins, navigate some wild night watches, and finally get to stock up on our beloved Arran Gold, Arran Chocolates, and Arran Whisky — the perfect reward after some long, dark passages. ⛵ Highlights: First night sail on Constantia Route: Scilly → Milford Haven → Fishguard → Isle of Man → Largs Unexpected change of plans at Arran Magical dolphin sightings Restocking our favourite Scottish treats Join us as we push our comfort zone, soak in some starry skies, and toast to the highs and lows of life at sea.

In this episode, we set our course for the stunning Isles of Scilly—but not without a few surprises along the way! Mid-voyage, a curious pigeon joins us on deck, much to Lancer’s disapproval. Things take a turn when we accidentally run over our tender line, causing an unexpected (and slightly stressful) moment at sea. Once safely anchored, we explore the magical Isle of Tresco. From the mysterious Valhalla collection of shipwrecked figureheads to the breathtaking Abbey Gardens, this island delivers history, beauty, and plenty of charm. ⛵ Highlights: Sailing to the Isles of Scilly Tender line mishap A surprise visit from a feathered crew member Exploring Tresco’s Valhalla collection Strolling through the lush Abbey Gardens Subscribe for more salty adventures and behind-the-scenes sailing life!

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In this episode of our sailing adventure, we cast off from Fowey and head to a peaceful anchorage near St Austell, where we explore mysterious sea caves and spot an enormous jellyfish drifting in the bay. With fair winds and calm seas, we hoist sail again toward Falmouth, just in time for the iconic Falmouth Sea Shanty Festival! 🎶⚓ Join us for a weekend of shanty singing, street food, and maritime celebration in one of Cornwall’s most charming harbours. ⛵ Whether you're into sailing vlogs, exploring hidden anchorages, or just love the Cornish coast, this episode is packed with sea-loving goodness. Don't miss our next sail — we're heading to the Isles of Scilly!

Sailing Cawsand Bay to Fowey | Dolphins, Coastal Walks & Tender Trouble! ⛵🐬🇬🇧 Join us as we enjoy our stunning anchorage in Cawsand Bay, located on the beautiful south coast of England. We head ashore for a scenic hike to Penlee Point, exploring Queen Adelaide's Grotto, before continuing on to the historic Rame Head Chapel, dedicated to St Michael the Archangel. Back on board, we set sail in a perfect 20-knot breeze toward the charming Cornish harbour town of Fowey. Along the way, we're joined by some curious dolphins, making the sail even more unforgettable. 🐬 In Fowey, we stretch our legs again with another coastal walk showcasing the rugged beauty of the Cornish coastline — but the adventure doesn’t stop there. A misstep at the rocks leads to a popped tender, leaving us with an unexpected dinghy repair mission! 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more UK sailing adventures, coastal walks, and off-grid boat life content!

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In this episode its finally time to cast of the lines and head out for our first sail on board Constantia. Then its time to anchor in some of our favorite South Coast anchorages. If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a like and comment and if you would like to stay up to date with the channel then please subscribe. If you would like to support the channel further we offer a few membership options (all of which come with our very own Nacho emojis ;) ) Thanks for joining the adventure! Matt, Paige & Lancer

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In this Episode we head out of Mayflower marina and drop anchor for the first time in Constantia. Then its off to Plymouth Yacht haven to have our new rig installed, crack on with more jobs and save ourselves a pretty penny! If you like this episode please give us a like and comment and if you would like to keep up to date with the channel then please think about subscribing! Catch you in the next one!