We finally anchored out for the first time after weeks of nerves, overthinking and obsessively checking anchor alarms 😅 From awkward buoy pickups at West Mersea to peaceful nights on the River Roach, this was the trip where boat life finally started to click for us.

We finally left the marina… but didn’t anchor (yet). Here’s what our first few days on a mooring buoy were really like — from windy nights to quiet sunsets and everything in between.

When is the best time to buy a boat in the UK? Here’s how each season affects prices, availability, and your chances of getting a good deal.

A simple, practical checklist of essential safety equipment and setup tips for living aboard a boat in the UK, based on real liveaboard experience.

Thinking about moving onto a boat in the UK? This real-life breakdown covers the true startup costs of liveaboard life—from buying a boat to solar, internet, and the hidden expenses most people miss.

How many watts of solar do you need on a boat? A real UK liveaboard guide covering system sizes, energy use, Starlink demand, and what actually works for full-time off-grid sailing.

Can you use Starlink offshore? A real UK liveaboard guide explaining coastal vs offshore performance, coverage limits, plans, and what actually works at sea.

Starlink Mini power usage on a boat explained with real-world liveaboard data from the UK. We break down watts, amp hours, solar requirements, and how it compares to 5G for life at sea.

Real-world comparison of Starlink vs 5G for boat life in the UK, covering cost, speed, reliability, coverage, and power use to help liveaboards choose the best internet setup.

Thinking about moving onto a boat in the UK? This complete liveaboard checklist covers everything you need to get started—from safety and insurance to solar power, galley essentials, and life onboard—without making expensive mistakes.

Living on a boat is all about smart gear. We've narrowed down the 10 "must-have" gadgets that make our life on a 44ft sailboat functional, dry, and connected.

Should you buy cheap rigid panels or high-end flexible ones? We compare boat solar setups from budget starters to premium offshore systems, featuring our own 780W liveaboard setup.

Can you really work remotely from a sailboat? We researched 5G, antennas, and signal boosters, but ultimately landed on the Starlink Mini. Here is the truth about speeds, real-world power draw (it's better than you think!), and if it's worth the £96/month.

They say living on a boat is a cheaper, simpler way of life. And while the freedom is real, the 'hidden' costs can be a wake-up call. From the £1,000 rudder repair to the reality of £96/month internet, we’re breaking down everything that sits outside the neat little budget—so you can go into boat life with your eyes wide open.

We installed a 780W DIY boat solar system on our 44ft sailboat from scratch — no previous setup. Here’s the full step-by-step guide, including wiring, mounting hacks, and the exact parts we used to make it work reliably in UK conditions.

Think living on a boat in winter is a frozen nightmare? Think again. We’re actually warmer on our 44ft sailboat than in a house. Here’s how we do it.

We didn’t want to feel like we were camping on our sailboat — we wanted a galley that actually worked. After a year onboard, here’s the gear and setup that’s made the biggest difference.

Luna wasn’t exactly thrilled about moving onto a boat… but she’s adapted better than we expected. Here’s what life with a boat cat is really like day-to-day.

I was genuinely worried about working remotely from a boat — but after a year using Starlink, it’s been far more reliable than expected. Here’s what it’s actually like, including power use, cost, and real-world performance.

We didn’t go into this blindly… We didn’t move onto a boat thinking we could wing it. If anything, I would have brought the entire house with me if I could 😅 The goal was always to create a tiny home on the water — not to rough it. But even with all that planning, a few things only really became obvious once we were actually living aboard. What actually matters living on a boat? For us, it comes down to a few key systems: Heating Power Moisture control Internet Space (this o