Plymouth Boat Fest 2026, powered by Marine AI, delivered another standout celebration of the region’s vibrant maritime sector this weekend, as thousands of visitors gathered at Plymouth Yacht Haven for a full day of boating, marine technology and family-friendly fun on-the-water.
We sat down with Matt Barraud from Morvargh Sailing Project to learn about how this Fowey-based youth development organisation is using sailing to change the lives of young people.
This year’s Plymouth Boat Fest, powered by Marine AI, is shaping up to be a major event for Devon and Cornwall, with a diverse line-up of exhibitors and demonstrations showcasing the West Country’s growing marine industry.
Marine AI has been announced as the new title sponsor of Plymouth Boat Fest 2026, with the event set to return on Saturday 20th June at Plymouth Yacht Haven under the new banner Plymouth Boat Fest, powered by Marine AI.
Working closely together, Haven Knox-Johnston and Yacht Havens will be providing berth holders boat insurance offerings, providing highly competitive, great value cover to meet their needs.
A very warm welcome to SY Witness, part of the Greenpeace International fleet! For more than 50 years, Greenpeace has been sailing the world’s oceans protecting our planet and fighting for environmental justice.
VIDEO: Plymouth Yacht Haven proudly provided the marina base for all 50 boats competing in the 2025 J/24 World Championship. Across five thrilling days of racing in challenging conditions, Ireland’s “Headcase” claimed the title in a dramatic final showdown. Our marina was the shoreside hub for this prestigious international sailing event.
Over 50 companies have signed up to exhibit at the inaugural Plymouth Boat Fest this June with displays ashore and on the water at Plymouth Yacht Haven.
Taking place on Saturday 21st June at Plymouth Yacht Haven, tickets are free for the one-day festival aimed at celebrating Plymouth’s maritime heritage.
Aquamare Marine Ltd, a leading provider of specialist refit, repair, and maintenance services for yachts, opens new waterside refit centre at Plymouth Yacht Haven.
We're fortunate to have a naturally well-protected marina here at Plymouth Yacht Haven. 'P' Pontoon provides a strong outer perimeter for the Yacht Haven and lots of new finger pontoons have been installed so we're more than ready for anything the winter throws at us!
Our Haven Team are on-site 24/7 so please do not hesitate to come to the marina office for some free, impartial advice, or if you're experiencing any issues. We'll be happy to help and/or recommend some local marine electronics experts to provide you with any further assistance.
The Cattewater Cruising Club is a small friendly cruising club that overlooks Plymouth Yacht Haven from their HQ at the Boringdon Arms in Turnchapel village. It was formed in 1989 and is an RYA affiliated club.
The Port of Plymouth have issued an updated Small Craft User Guide. The map and guide gives a wide range of information on the local area, as well as advice from the RNLI, Green Blue and CSI Seagrass Initiative.
You may have seen the three traditional boats of The Island Trust come and go out into Plymouth Sound and beyond from the outskirts of the marina we thought that you might be interested to find out more about the work of the charity.
As the Maritime Coastguard Agency celebrate the 100th birthday for the famous Shipping Forecast, take the Quiz to test your knowledge of the UK Shipping Areas.
It first opened working out of half a workshop in 1998 and now occupies two floors over three buildings, offering something more than the usual chandlery chain.
A new method of removing microplastic from coastal waters is being tested at three Yacht Havens locations in Plymouth with the plan to roll this out to locations around the UK coast and beyond.
The Cruising Association have started a campaign to record boater's experiences to help scientists understand why orca are displaying unusual behaviour towards small boats.
England’s largest ever seagrass restoration project has reached a new milestone by planting around 70,000 seed bags spanning 3.5 hectares of seabed, which will provide vital habitat for marine life.
Remote Operated Vehicles (ROVs) that survey the surface of our seas, gobbling up litter, helping to keep our natural environment clean have been launched for sea trials at Turnchapel Wharf, Plymouth.
Ocean Safety, specialists in the worldwide supply, distribution, service and hire of marine safety equipment, is increasing the ease of product servicing for its customers by expanding the network of its collection and drop off locations throughout the UK.
Plymouth put on a show for the Great Britain Sail Grand Prix with thousands of spectators taking to the water to watch the thrilling F50 catamaran racing.
Plymouth is a great place to begin your sailing adventure, and around the area there are several historical lighthouses to encounter; some you’ll see more than others!
After being awarded Marina Of The Year in 2018/19, Plymouth Yacht Haven has once again received national acclaim in the 2020 Towergate Marina Of The Year awards.
Opened by Lesley and Bruce Brunning in 2010, the Brunnings family have built an outstanding eatery at Plymouth Yacht Haven. Run alongside their other venue, Turtley Corn Mill, The Bridge occupies a stunning waterside spot overlooking the marina.
Plymouth Yacht Haven has played an integral part in the Fearn’s life over the last quarter of a century. With 25 years inexplicably linked to the Yacht Haven and it’s Plymouth team, Jeff and Angela tell us about some of the memories they cherish and how the Yacht Haven continues to play a huge part in their lives today.
Here's a story to warm your hearts this December...
During a cold and wet winter’s day, we took a call from Twycross Zoo, a conservation charity and zoological park in Warwickshire. They were looking for some new toys for their animals and wondered if we had anything suitable.
This July, Plymouth Yacht Haven had the pleasure of welcoming The Princess Royal to our Plymouth marina.
HRH Princess Anne was visiting The Island Trust and their new vessel, SY Johanna Lucretia.
The Rolex Fastnet Race Village at Plymouth Yacht Haven has welcomed over 300 finishing boats, over 2,500 crew and a further 5,000 public visitors coming to see the impressive fleet.
Plymouth Yacht Haven has been awarded the highest honour in the marina industry, the prestigious Five Gold Anchors by The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), for the third time in succession.
What’s your favourite moment from your Yacht Havens career? I have so many 'favourite' memories after 20 years, but I will confess to a story from my first few weeks on the job, back in 1996...
The 151ft Royal Huisman yacht arrived at Plymouth's largest marina following a safe Atlantic Crossing. At 151ft, she is one of the largest superyachts we've berthed at Plymouth Yacht Haven.
This winter, Plymouth Yacht Haven will undertake a 'Once in 20 years' dredging operation in order to continue to offer a minimum depth of -2.5 metres below Chart Datum, throughout the entire marina.
The world's largest offshore yacht race sees boats undertake the legendary 600mile route - Cowes to Fastnet Rock and finishing at Plymouth. The 2017 event is the largest ever entry in the 92 year history of the Royal Ocean Racing Club's biennial event.
Plymouth Yacht Haven held a ribbon cutting ceremony on Good Friday, 3rd April, in celebration of the completion of five months building work and a £400,000 investment in new facilities at this Five Gold Anchor marina.
