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Congratulations to CA member David Woolgar, our July ‘Refer a Friend’ prize winner of a Marine Hygiene cleaning bundle – the perfect prize for keeping your boat sparkling.

"I do not usually win anything, so I am over the moon to win this prize! The boat is going to need a good clean as I am halfway through a 6-week cruise," said David.

There is huge appeal to cruising the European Inland Waterways, not least the numerous gems where you can stop.

Whether you are new to cruising, heading to European destinations or an experienced sailor embarking on blue water adventures, head to Stand H522 in New Wave Hall to discover how the CA will support your cruising journey.

A showcase of cruising information

The CA stand is always a hub to gather, discover what’s new, share experiences, catch up with friends and talk all things cruising.

We are delighted to share that CA member Barry Edmonds has won the ‘Refer a Friend’ prize in June and adds a Wescom EVDS (Electronic Visual Distress Signal) to his onboard safety kit.

The CA welcomes Catriona Essenhigh as the new Suffolk Section Secretary, succeeding Simon and Georgette Harrison.

At the heart of the Cruising Association lies an incredible force - our volunteers. Their dedication, passion and hard work are the backbone of the CA.

Often their work and knowledge sharing contributions remain unseen behind the scenes. That is why we have launched our new Volunteer Spotlight - a regular feature to celebrate the very essence of what makes our community special.

The Cruising Association is pleased to welcome Steve Haines as the new Chair of the Cruising Information Development Group (CIDG). A seasoned sailor and CA member since 2019, Steve brings a wealth of experience, both on the water and in leadership.

A member of CIDG since 2023, Steve has stepped into the chair role after Ian Wilson retired in May.

After five years of dedicated service, Simon and Georgette have stepped down as Suffolk Section Secretaries. Their leadership, delivering engaging events, community spirit and seamless adaptation during lockdown, has left a lasting impact.

Congratulations to CA member Sally Andrews, winner of May’s ‘Refer a Friend’ prize – a First Class Sailing Diesel Engine Maintenance Course worth £135.

Longstanding CA volunteer Ian Wilson, CBE, has stepped down as the chair of the Cruising Information Development Group (CIDG), the CA committee responsible for CAptain’s Mate and all other cruising information.

Ian, who has chaired the group since January 2017, will now focus on relaunching the CA Lobster Pot campaign, advocating for the proper marking of static fishing gear. His successor is Steve Haines.