At the heart of the Cruising Association are our volunteers – whose dedication, passion and hard work keep the CA moving forward.
To recognise their often-unseen contributions, we launched a new Volunteer Spotlight feature, to celebrate the people who make the CA community so special. It is our way of saying thank you and showcasing how member volunteers shape the CA today and into the future.
CA member Clive Carrington-Wood plans to use the prize to "spend a little more on the boat."
Clive has won a pair of tickets to the Southampton International Boat Show, 19-28 September 2025, after his name was drawn as the winner of the Cruising Association's recent ‘Spot the Difference’ competition.
On this special day, the Cruising Association and all our members extend congratulations and best wishes to Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal as she celebrates her 75th birthday.
We wish Her Royal Highness continued health, happiness and joy in the year ahead.
Since 2019, the Cruising Association has been proud to welcome Her Royal Highness as an Honorary Member.
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.
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.
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.
