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Name: World Cruising Club
Address: 120 High Street, Cowes, PO31 7AX, United Kingdom
Telephone: 01983296060

In the Press

28 Aug 2026

Contest Yachts Joins World Cruising Club’s Exclusive Bluewater Partner Programme as First Monohull Builder

World Cruising Club teams up with Contest Yachts as first monohull builder in its exclusive Bluewater Partner Programme

Supporters, Preparations, Rallies

21 Aug 2026

World Cruising Cruising Club forms new partnership with Balance Catamarans

Balance Catamarans announced as first partner in new Bluewater Partnership Programme

Rallies

06 Aug 2026

ARC Baltic returns in style with an unforgettable Scandinavian adventure

World Cruising Club celebrates the successful return of ARC Baltic after a six-year hiatus

01 Jul 2026

World ARC participant completes 50 year ambition and sails around the world

After 50 years of time and effort, American sailor Lane Jacobs completes circumnavigation with World ARC

Destinations, Rallies

23 Jun 2026

ARC Europe comes to a close in Lagos

ARC Europe 2026 comes to a close following a prizegiving ceremony in Lagos

Destinations, Rallies

04 Jun 2026

First boats arrive in Horta after Leg 2 of ARC Europe

ARC Europe fleet make landfall in the Azores islands after 'challenging' 1800NM crossing

Preparations, Rallies

02 Jun 2026

The definitive guide to in-boom furling from Advanced Rigging and Hydraulics

Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics give their take on the safety, comfort and performance for the modern ocean sailor that in-boom furling provides

News, Destinations, Rallies

11 May 2026

ARC Europe 2026 begins as sailors leave Sint Maarten

Sailors from around the world begin their transatlantic adventure in beautiful conditions

Supporters, Preparations, Cruising Life

10 Apr 2026

Advice on how to go aloft on your boat from Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics

Expert advice for ocean sailors from Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics

Sailor Stories, Cruising Life, Rallies

09 Feb 2026

World ARC 2026-2027 transit safely through the Panama Canal

World ARC fleet succesfully make it to the Pacific Ocean following a succesful transit through the Panama Canal

News, Destinations, Sailor Stories

14 Dec 2025

ARC+ Privegiving: Time to celebrate in Grenada

The fleet from ARC+ 2025 gathered in Prickly Bay, Grenada for the ARC+ 2025 Privegiving. This marked the end of an epic ARC+ programme where over 400 sailors completed transatlanitic voyages

News, Destinations, Sailor Stories

13 Dec 2025

Ashore in Grenada: Time to Unwind with the ARC+ Programme

Once participants in the ARC+ 2025 fleet had completed their two leg transatlantic rally to Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina in Grenada, they were welcomed ashore with warmth and celebration. It was then time to enjoy the lively ARC+ social programme.

News, Destinations, Sailor Stories

08 Dec 2025

Love is in the air – ARC+ wedding on Beyond I

The ARC+ fleet was treated to a truly unforgettable moment on Saturday, 6 December, when Beyond I, the Hungarian Windelo 50 catamaran, became the setting for a wedding unlike any other.

News, Destinations

08 Dec 2025

Spice Island uncovered

Seventy five boats have now finished ARC+ and participants are enjoying what the beautiful ‘spice island’ of Grenada has to offer. From waterfalls and pristine beaches to chocolate and rum – this island is truly spectacular .

Destinations, Sailor Stories

06 Dec 2025

Nextgen by Jajo first to cross the ARC finish line in Saint Lucia

Dutch team, Nextgen Jajo, take line honours in the 40th edition of the ARC

News, Destinations, Sailor Stories

06 Dec 2025

The smiles say it all in Grenada!

There’s plenty of happy faces and a real buzz around the docks at Camper & Nicholsons Port Louis Marina now that over 50 ARC+ boats have finished their Atlantic crossing.

Enjoy The Silence credit:Arthur Daniel 1

Destinations, Sailor Stories

03 Dec 2025

First ARC+ boat makes landfall in Grenada

Enjoy The Silence reaches the Caribbean after completing 2200NM sail from Mindelo

Destinations, Sailor Stories, Rallies

27 Nov 2025

ARC crew returns after 20 years to sail same boat from their 2005 crossing

Sage family set to complete ARC on the same boat as their 2005 crossing to Saint Lucia

News, Preparations

19 Nov 2025

Countdown to ARC 2025 continues as start day nears

Just four days to go until ARC 2025 as preparations for the start ramp up in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

News, Rallies

13 Nov 2025

A Spectacular Sail to Mindelo for the ARC+ Fleet

As the ARC+ fleet makes its final miles toward Mindelo, the past week at sea has delivered a wonderful mix of adventure, calm seas, and unforgettable moments. Here’s a look at the highlights from their passage south to Cape Verde.

News

10 Nov 2025

ARC+ 2025 leaves Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for Cape Verde

Hundreds of sailors leave the port of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria for the first leg of the ARC+ 2025

News

09 Nov 2025

ARC+ docks hum with the thrill of farewells

After weeks, months and years of preparation, it’s time for the off as start day for the 13th edition of ARC+ is finally here!

News

05 Nov 2025

Countdown is on as crews prepare for ARC+ start

The docks around Las Palmas Marina are buzzing with activity and high with anticipation right now. It’s a busy few days for participants, with four days left to complete final preparations.

News

04 Nov 2025

Meet the fleet: ARC+ crew vibes ahead of the start

With less than a week to go until the start of ARC+ we caught up with several crew members ahead of their Atlantic adventure.

News, Preparations

03 Nov 2025

Looking after your rigging & hydraulics this winter

Top tips from our WCC Partners Advanced Rigging on looking after your rigging this winter

Destinations, Rallies

03 Nov 2025

Streets of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria brought to life by ARC+ 2025

Opening Ceremony of ARC+ 2025 sees over 400 sailors

Supporters, Preparations

24 Oct 2025

Peters and May marks 20 years supporting the ARC

Historic landpark for Peters and May as they mark 20 years of supporting rally participants with logistics

The crew of yacht Madness wave to the hundreds of people lining the sea wall in Las Palmas Marina

13 Oct 2025

ARC Live and ARC Radio: Watch, listen & be involved

ARC Live and ARC Radio: Watch and listen here for your guide to the 40th edition of the ARC Rally

News, Supporters

13 Oct 2025

The Berthon Book 2025

Explore the 2025–2026 Berthon Book, filled with inspiring articles, stunning imagery, and a showcase of the Berthon fleet — both pre-owned and new.

A man up the rig of a yacht in Las Palmas sits in a bosuns chair and carries his tools in a bucket

Preparations, Cruising Life

26 Sep 2025

Tips on preparing your rig for an ocean crossing

To help you prepare, we spoke with Neil Brinsdon, Managing Director at Advanced Rigging & Hydraulics, who has supported countless ARC and World ARC yachts. His advice focuses on practical steps to ensure your rig is ocean-ready.

Destinations, Cruising Life

10 Sep 2025

Caribbean Racing

There's something for everyone in the Caribbean regattas that run between October and May, whether you're a dedicated racer or a confirmed cruiser.

Yachts sail away from the start of the first ARC in a brisk breeze in 1986

Rallies

10 Sep 2025

The History of the ARC

The ARC Atlantic Rally for Cruisers has been running since 1986, attracting a wide range of yachts from family cruisers to maxi racers

Preparations, Cruising Life

25 Oct 2024

First Aid and Medical at Sea

Being prepared for the accident or illness that never happens brings huge peace of mind when you are sailing far from land, or in a country with poor medical facilities.

Sailor Stories, Cruising Life

15 Nov 2023

School at Sea: Homeschooling for Cruisers

Sailing with children always raises the question of homeschooling, and how to balance school at sea with life onboard. We asked cruising families for their experiences.