Mr Starbuck

Ahoy there! Welcome aboard Sailing Starbuck, the online logbook of my lifelong dream to own a boat – now finally setting sail!

Ever since I was a kid, mesmerised by the Southampton Boat Show (and my dad's Cornish Crabber and Drascombe Lugger dreams), I've had a soft spot for tanbark sails and the gentle rocking of the sea. After years of yearning, my wife and I are thrilled to be on the hunt for our first boat, a Swallow Yachts Bayraider Expedition. We may be total newbies to this sailing life, but we're making up for it with pure enthusiasm and a willingness to learn the ropes (both literally and figuratively!).

Join us on our adventures as we explore Chichester Harbour and the Solent, sharing our triumphs, mishaps, and everything in between. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or just curious about life on the water, we invite you to come along for the ride.

Fair winds and following seas,

Captain Starbuck (and First Mate!)

P.S. You can follow our boat-hunting journey on Instagram @sailingstarbuck – we'd love to hear your tips and recommendations!