Welcome to the Cruising Association

Cruise. Explore. Connect.

Bringing together a diverse community of sailors, sharing knowledge and inspiring well-informed, rewarding cruising - under sail or power.

Become a member

Southampton International Boat Show

Meet the Cruising Association at the Boat Show, 18–27 September 2026, on Stand H244 in New Wave Hall.

Discover how the CA can enhance your cruising with practical knowledge and advice, CAptain’s Mate, the Cruising Almanac, specialist cruising sessions, technical advice, Crewing Service, prizes, socials and more.

Take advantage of our special membership offers - new members can save 20% on annual membership and spread the cost by monthly Direct Debit at just £11.50 per month. And if you are aged 35 or under, discover our new Young Cruiser Membership - just £50 a year.

Discover what's on

Tom Cunliffe explains how the CA can support you

Sailor and author Tom Cunliffe is a CA member, and he really believes in what we have to offer. In this reel he offers 12 good reasons to join the CA.

More about the CA

Cruising the Channel

Planning a Channel crossing? What are the regulations, how do you check in and out?

Find out what you need to know

Your next adventure

Whether it's the Med, Baltic, European Inland Waterways or elsewhere.

Discover where else to explore

Why should I join?

Join the premier organisation for sail & motorboat cruisers

  • Unrivalled cruising information
  • Awarding-winning CAptain’s Mate app
  • Worldwide cruising community
  • And more
Sign up now Discover all benefits

CAptain's Mate

Trusted by sailors and motor boaters for its reliability and accuracy - wherever you’re going.

Discover the app

The Orca Project

Orca are damaging yachts in Biscay and off Atlantic Spain and Portugal. Help plan your route, get safety advice, or report an interaction or uneventful passage.

What you need to know