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Some Very Special Messages – Jack is 13 TODAY!!!
It's Jack's Birthday Today Join us as we share our experience of this potentially hazardous passage and our relief in making it through safely. Now that we're here, we're excited to explore and enjoy our stay at Portland Marina. Thanks for watching and coming along on the journ...
Collapsed Engine Mounts and Worn Pipes.
The lift out work continues at Portland Marina to have a whole LOAD of things done. New Engine mounts, check and fix the anti-foul, inspect the fibreglass work I did in the summer, fit a new keel cooled fridge and lots lots more. Penguin Refrigeration is Europe’s leading supplier of specialist mar...
What Now?! Another Lift Out…. Here’s Why!
We're lifting out again!. In this episode we get lifted out at Portland Marina to have a whole LOAD of things done. New Engine mounts, check and fix the anti-foul, inspect the fibreglass work I did in the summer, fit a new keel cooled fridge and lots lots more. Penguin Refrigeration is Europe...
We have to get this right! Sailing Britain’s most dangerous waters! 😱
Terrifying or Tame? PORTLAND BILL! the UK's most notorious tidal race! In this episode, we take on the challenge of sailing from Torquay to Portland Marina, rounding the infamous Portland Bill. Known for its dangerous tidal races, this headland is not to be underestimated! We were a bit anxiou...
Our boat STILL leaks!! Endless problems but we love it!
Finding more problems with our 50 year old project boat! This week we're in Torquay fixing more of the problems on this old boat. As you know we're working on this 50 year old vessel as we go so it's no surprise that we're constantly finding more problems and issues which need re...
Raising all the sails on Our £17k eBay find 😱
We're under full sail at last. We still can't quite believe this boat only cost us £17k. But here we are and we're spinnaker sailing along the south coast of England. For one time donations. Buy us a coffee, or chip in towards restoring and upgrading Ocean Melody. Or to beco...
I could sail like this forever….
For one time donations. Buy us a coffee or chip in towards restoring and upgrading Ocean Melody Or to become part of the Sailing Melody supporters family head over to Patreon.com/sailingmelody where for as little as the price of a cup of coffee you can get live updates, direct messaging with u...
CURRENT PROBLEMS! 🔋We STILL can’t charge properly.
In this episode, we kick things off at the beautiful Falmouth Yacht Haven, getting our boat prepped and ready for the next adventure. From routine maintenance to a few necessary repairs, we're busy ticking off boat jobs before setting sail again. 🚤🔧 Once everything is shipshape, we move furthe...
Fixing what broke after our roughest sail yet
In this episode we settle into a lovely few days in the gorgeous Helford River and start to tackle some of the things which needed attention after the rough ride of the last few days. The Helford River is a scenic, tranquil estuary located in Cornwall, England, on the south coast, stretching abou...
A Beautiful Morning at Portland Marina #weareboatfolk
We're at Portland Marina and it's our Wedding Anniversary! This is an extra little episode which is simply a walk around the whole of the marina. Enjoy. #weareboatfolk #boatfolk #boatfolkmarinas #(name of marina) #boatfolkadventures #sailwithboatfolk #eatwithboatfolk #Allbyboatfol...
My husband left. So I did some SERIOUS SAILING
Bottle Bottle Links code: 15SailingBB(15% off) Link(official web): Link(amazon UK): Link(amazon US): In this episode we finally get away from Padstow and sail around lands end to Newlyn. The passage was rough and Ollie didn't have the best day, so the following day Andy took the kids off...
Leaving our first country 🌎 on this EBAY project boat!!
Bottle Bottle Links code: 15SailingBB(15% off) Link(official web): Link(amazon UK): Link(amazon US): In. this episode we sail from the rugged and remote anchorage at Lundy Island to the picture harbour town of Padstow. For one time donations. Buy us a coffee or chip in towards restoring a...
I’m Struggling, brutal honesty.
In. this episode we sail from the stunning anchorage at Oxwich Bay in South Wales, across the Bristol Channel with its 9 meter tidal range, all the way to Lundy Island, a rugged and remote island with forbidding cliffs and Rocks. Its all easy going but Andy is struggling with anxiety and the weight...
Boat life chaos! Broken heads to perfect Anchorage!
In. this episode we make a plywood template for our new diesel tank, we have a look around Penarth Marina, Melissa fixes our toilet and we sail to the stunning anchorage at Oxwitch Bay. This week we are in Penarth Marina working on MORE boat jobs! Boats always need maintain but some need more than ...
Cheap boat to travel the world = Plenty of things to fix!
This week we are in Penarth Marina working on MORE boat jobs! Boats always need maintain but some need more than others, Join us in this labour of love as we travel and repair and upgrade things as we go! @TheDeckPenarth @boatcareuk @PenarthMarina @weareboatfolk #weareboatfolk #boatfolk #boa...
This is what it’s all about!!
Sailing enthusiasts rejoice! Join Sailing Melody as they reveal their top picks for the most unforgettable sailing destinations on the planet. From crystal-clear Caribbean coves to Mediterranean marvels, these spots are sure to fuel your wanderlust and set sail dreams alive.
MISTAKES were made! Lessons learnt!! Navigating the Bristol channel.
In this weeks episode we leave the lovely @milfordmarina behind and head off up the Bristol Channel with our sights set on the capital city of Cardiff and @penarthmarina8858 part of the @weareboatfolk2461 network. We made a few little mistakes on this passage which lead to an uncomfortable journey ...
That was scary! We thought we’d run aground in a shipping lane!!!
Embark on an adventurous sailing trip with Sailing Melody as they navigate from Porthnin to Dale, tackling challenging conditions and narrow escapes. Witness their experiences during a nerve-wracking sail through the Clen Peninsula shipping lane and into Milford Haven.
THIS IS IT! Leaving forever…. well a long time!
In the latest installment of Sailing Melody, join Andy, Melissa, Jack, and Ollie as they depart from Deanway Marina and begin their slow adventure south. Don't miss out on this incredible sailing journey!
What are we doing? How much do we make on YouTube? 😯
Discover the captivating YouTube boat life journey of Sailing Melody. Explore their plans for coastal navigation, home education updates, ongoing onboard projects, meticulous maintenance tasks, ingenious dingy cradle construction, and an insight into their income streams through their thriving YouTu...
There’s a hole in our boat! URGENT REPAIRS!!
Sailing Melody discusses fixing damaged areas on their sailboat's keel through inspection, repair, sanding, and antifouling after lifting it out of the water at Deanwater Marina.
SLOWLY SINKING??? The real reasons we’re still here.
Sailing Melody discusses Dway Marina's exceptional facilities and boat lifting process. They also reveal improvements made in the boat's engine room for soundproofing and insulation.
This huge project nearly beat me!
Follow Melissa as she installs the main and mizzen stack packs on her sailboat, Ocean Melody, while documenting the process and providing tips and tricks for completing such a large project. Learn about the setbacks and how she overcomes them to achieve a successful result.