The Ancasta HuB

Explore our "How To" section

FIND OUT MORE

Specialist Multihull Broker

Buy or sell your multihull with Ancasta
Ancasta Multihulls

Videos

  • The Ancasta Interviews

  • Yacht Reviews

  • Ancasta How To Series

MyAncastaSign In

Buying and selling a boat is smooth sailing with a MyAncasta account.

  • Access VIP offers
  • Stay informed about the latest news & events
  • Get notified of new boat listings
  • Save your favourite boat listings
  • Create personalised boat searches
  • Contribute to the HUB Forum
  • Control your data

Motorboat & Yacht Club

Motorboat Club

Find Out More

Yacht Club

Find Out More

Features and ArticlesView All

Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust

Dame Ellen MacArthur has an emotional reunion with one of the first young people to ever sail with her cancer charity.
Read more

SCORPION RIBS

Every Scorpion is hand built to the precise requirements of its owner in Scorpion RIBs’ factory in Lymington, UK.
Read more

New Lagoon In-Boom Furler

Embark on easy-going sailing adventures with Lagoon's new in-boom furler designed for catamarans ranging from 46 to 51 feet in length.
Read more
Scorpion Sting 10m

Scorpion Sting 10m review

This is one of the UK'S most expensive 10m RIBs built, but also one of the best, both in hull design and construction.
Read more
ac40-Preliminary-Regatta-Jeddah---Day-1-LIVE

AC40 - Preliminary Regatta Jeddah

Youtube video Streamed live on 30 Nov 2023
Read more
Beneteau First 44

Interview with Erwan Faoucher

Interview with Erwan Faoucher, Research and Innovation Director at Group Beneteau.
Read more
McConaghy factory staff

Factory Visit: McConaghy Boats China

Multihull Brand Manager, Hannah Le Prevost, and Jeremy Tutt, from Ancasta London, recall their recent visit to Hong Kong to see McConaghy's phenomenal manufacturing processes first-hand.
Read more
Prestige F4 Arial at sea

A new generation: The Prestige F4

Introducing the NEW Prestige F4.
Read more
oceanis 37.1 port side

Introducing the Beneteau Oceanis 37.1

Discover the brand new Beneteau Oceanis 37.1 launched at the prestigious Cannes Yachting Festival
Read more
Protector-Boats-Chase-Boat-Skipper-for--Emirates-Great-Britain-SailGP-Team

Q&A With Chase Boat Skipper for Emirates GBR SailGP Team

Find out what it's like to support an F50 team on one of the most demanding sailing racecourses in the world.
Read more

AC40 - Ownership

A day in the life of owning an AC40.
Read more

AC40 - What does what?

The inner workings of the AC40
Read more
cala dor aerial

6 Top Marinas in Europe

Planning a cruising adventure in Europe? Here’s our guide to some of the best marinas in Europe.
Read more
McConaghy AC40

Introducing the new AC40

In conjunction with Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ) and McConaghy Boats, the new AC40 is now available to buy from Ancasta Race Boats.
Read more

Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust

Here's the latest on how young lives are being transformed by the EMCT and their modified Beneteau Oceanis 45's.
Read more
underwater lighting

How to make your sailing yacht or power boat more comfortable

Want to enhance your time on the water next season? Ancasta Yacht Services shares ideas to improve time onboard your yacht.
Read more
boot dusseldorf

The Best Motor Boats and Sailing Yachts at Dusseldorf Boat Show 2023

Here are some of the highlights to look out for at the Dusseldorf Boat Show 2023.
Read more
boot dusseldorf

Guide to 2024 Boot Dusseldorf Boat Show

Join Ancasta at the 2024 Boot Dusseldorf Boat Show. Here's our guide to the best bits.
Read more
lagoon-transportation

Wide Loads

Have you ever wondered how our catamarans make their trip by road? Watch these videos to see how it's done.
Read more

Time Lapse of the McConaghy MC63p in build

Time Lapse of the McConaghy MC63p in build
Read more
Prestige-M48

Powercats – The Disruptors

If the number of multihulls on display at the major boat shows this year is anything to go by, their popularity shows no signs of slowing down.
Read more
McConaghy AC40

AC40 Takes Off in New Zealand

After arriving in New Zealand from the McConaghy yard in China, Team New Zealand has begun putting the AC40 through its paces, the first of 11 boats being built by McConaghy for the Cup.
Read more

Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust

Hundreds of young lives have been transformed by the EMCT flagship Beneteau Oceanis 45s modified by Ancasta Yacht Services.
Read more
AC40 Built by McConaghy

McConaghy Boats Help Gear Up for the 37th America’s Cup

McConaghy Boats have become a key player in the next America's Cup, producing 11 AC40s at their facility in China.
Read more
Prestige M48

Countdown to the M-line Launch from Prestige

Over two years in development and announced last September, the M48, the first model in a brand new range of powercats from Prestige Yachts, will be unveiled.
Read more
McConaghy MC82p

McConaghy Multihulls Goes from Strength to Strength

The next 18 months are shaping up to be a stellar time for McConaghy Multihulls.
Read more
Beneteau figaro3

Alan Roberts Racing

Despite the obvious challenges of COVID-19, solo sailor Alan Roberts has been moving up the ranks of the Beneteau Figaro 3 class.
Read more

Luxury Yacht Charter

The Greek Cyclades islands are among the most requested of all Mediterranean yacht charter destinations.
Read more
Alan Roberts Racing

La Solitaire URGO Le Figaro 50th Anniversary

This year sees the 50th edition of the La Solitaire du Figaro. This infamous offshore race challenges skippers to sail single handed around a course of 2,000 nautical miles with four stopovers.
Read more
Erwin Bamps - Prestige Yachts

Quick fire questions

What can PRESTIGE customers expect to see from the brand over the next twelve months?
Read more
Emma at the helm

Owner’s Adventure

Preparing for our grand tour on Verano Azul. How we have prepared our Prestige 550 for a multi-year trip to and around the whole Med.
Read more
DockSense VirtualBumper

New Raymarine Docksense™ Assisted docking technology

An exciting new development in recreational marine technology, the new Raymarine assisted docking control system, DockSense™, is soon to be available.
Read more

Beneteau Oceanis 38.1

Ancasta is delighted to announce that First Class Sailing, a well established and professional sailing school, has recently purchased two new Beneteau Oceanis 38.1 yachts.
Read more
lagoon 42

The Rise of the Multihull

Whether you like a traditional monohull or believe that things come better in twos, it’s hard to ignore the relentless rise in the popularity of Multihull sailing yachts and power boats.
Read more
thea sail boat

Yacht Charter in the Balearics

Spain’s Balearic Islands of Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza, Formentera and Cabrera offer a wide range of cruising opportunities to suit all water lovers.
Read more
at anchor main

How To Anchor Your Yacht

Taking anchor in a beautiful bay for a spot of lunch, or perhaps a swim, is one of the many joys of boating. However, some skippers and crews can find the process daunting and challenging.
Read more
PRESTIGE VIP Erik Stromberg

Quick fire questions

With so many years in the boating industry, where does your passion lie and why? Also, Sail or Power?
Read more
harken at the front logo

Harken At The Front

As the Volvo Ocean Race pulled into Cardiff for the UK stopover, we got behind-the-scenes access with Harken, the Official Supplier of winches, blocks, pedestals, travellers, mast car systems and deck
Read more
Alan Roberts Racing

La Solitaire URGO Le Figaro

This year sees the 49th edition of the La Solitaire du Figaro.
Read more
Cruising Racing Guide - How To Get Good Race Starts - Ancasta

Cruiser Racer Guide

Top tips on how to make the most of a sail racing start and get ahead of the pack.
Read more

6 Reasons to Base Your Boat in Palma

Enjoy sunshine all year round and explore secluded calas in the stunning Balearic Islands.
Read more
Sailing Fitness - Pinnacle Performance - Ancasta

Top Tips - Sailing Fitness

Get the most out of your strength and conditioning programme with these top tips from Pinnacle Performance.
Read more
Development of Foiling Sailboats - Figaro 3 - Ancasta

The Development of Foiling Sailboats

Following the recent launch of the new Figaro Beneteau 3, we take a look at how foiling has become so prominent in our sport.
Read more
the-fundamentals-of-good-crew-work-ancasta

Racing Tips - The Fundamentals of Good Crew Work

We asked Lead Coach for the RYA British Keelboat Academy, Niall Myant-Best, to give us a few tips on how to fine tune your crew work to help propel you to the front of the pack.
Read more
Racing Tips - Downwind Trimming - North Sails - Ancasta

Racing Tips - Downwind Trimming

We asked the experts at North Sails to give us a few tips on how best to trim your spinnaker downwind. 
Read more
Ultimate Sails Logo - Ancasta

Racing Tips - Upwind Trimming

We asked Kevin Sproul from Ultimate Sails to give us a few tips on how to get the most from your mainsail upwind.
Read more
Benefits of Catamaran Cruising - Ancasta

The advantages of cruising with a catamaran

Imagine your own private 17 metre luxury Lagoon catamaran, professional crew, and a world cruising itinerary - only for the rich? Guess again...
Read more
preassure-washing-yacht-ancasta

Boat Maintenance

Use this simple checklist to help ensure your boat is fully prepared for spring and you can enjoy the new season stress free.
Read more
yacht-engine-engineer-ancasta

Boat Winterisation

Taking protective measures before you store your boat for the winter will ensure that it's ready to be back on the water when you are.
Read more

Service and Maintenance - From Ancasta Yacht Services

Ancasta Yacht Services, Approved Installers and Service Agents For: