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Refer A Friend – April’s Prize Winner and May’s Prize Draw

Throughout the year, the CA runs our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme, giving members the chance to welcome friends as members and enjoy 25% off the first year of annual membership when paying by Direct Debit.

From April to September, we expand the popular promotion and your name goes into a draw for a monthly prize from one of our marine discount partners.

CAptain’s Mate – be part of it

As a CA member your support ensures CAptain’s Mate remains up to date and we can continue to expand the 7,500+ worldwide locations and information for the benefit of all.

CAptain’s Mate of the Month – Tangier, Morocco

Tanja Marina in Tangier on the Atlantic coast of Morocco is our destination for CAptain’s Mate of the Month in May.

Club Cruiser division at Cowes Week 2023

The CA is delighted to continue its partnership with Cowes Week, 29 July-4 August 2023, as the presenting trophy sponsor for the Club Cruiser Class, which now also extends to the all-new ‘Weekend Warriors Cup’ as a mini-series within the regatta.

 

CAptain’s Mate of the Month – Sassnitz, Germany

For April’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month, we are heading to the popular Baltic cruising waters and dropping in on Sassnitz, Germany.

Located on the northeast of the island of Rügen, Germany’s largest island, Sassnitz offers a mix of charming old town, stunning nature and plenty of facilities. Shelter in the harbour is good, with a choice of pontoon and quay moorings.

Jimmy Cornell honoured with the Duchess of Kent Trophy

Renowned sailor Jimmy Cornell has been honoured by the Cruising Association with the presentation of the prestigious Duchess of Kent Trophy.

The Cruising Association may present the Duchess of Kent Trophy to any sailor, not necessarily a member, who has achieved something exceptional in or around small boats.

2022 Log Competition Winners Announced

The Cruising Association has announced the winners of its annual Log Competition, celebrating the best stories of cruising adventures spanning inland, coastal and offshore cruising in the most recent season.

Be part of the CA ‘Refer a Friend’ season from April to September

Throughout the year, the CA runs our ‘Refer a Friend’ programme, giving members the chance to welcome friends as members and enjoy 25% off the first year of annual membership when paying by Direct Debit.

When you introduce a friend to the CA, not only will they enjoy 25% off their first year of annual membership, but you'll also receive a CA £20 shop voucher* as a thank you from us.

Cruising Association member wins big in Winter Prize Draw in partnership with Lalizas UK

The Cruising Association is proud to announce the winner of its exclusive to members Winter Prize Draw. Simon Brock has won a £2,000 voucher from Lalizas UK, a leading marine equipment provider, who partnered with the CA for the draw.

CAptain’s Mate of the Month – Antwerp, Belgium

For March’s CAptain’s Mate of the Month we head to Antwerp, where you will find an excellent choice of marinas and a wide range of mooring and facilities. The Willemdok is an attractive, environment-friendly marina in an inner basin with some 300 berths, with the Linkeroever marina, which is greener and quieter, on the left bank of the Scheldt opposite.