Individual Voyages

We run a small number of voyages for individuals each year. Some of these voyages are suitable for people wishing to complete their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Residential section. It is also possible to complete the RYA Start Yachting or Competent Crew course.

Join the crew aboard one of our beautiful vessels for an adventurous sailing voyage along the British coastline! We have various options available sailing from the North East, East and South Coasts. 

Living and working in the confines of a sailing vessel is the best way to form friendships, build teamwork, learn new skills and have great fun and adventure.

Extra funding may be available from our Voyage of Discovery Fund for anyone experiencing particular financial hardship.




Our individual voyages include all food onboard, waterproof clothing and safety equipment.

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  • “I feel so alive and reconnected with myself.”

    Individual voyage - Autistic student

  • “It was amazing, one of the best experiences of my life.”

    Individual voyage - student with ADHD and autism

  • “Being part of a team fills you with pride, not just for yourself but your crew mates too. Thank you for giving me the chance; It’s something I will always treasure. I battled and fought my personal demons."

    Individual voyage - DofE Student struggling with anxiety

  • “I learnt to push myself out of my comfort zone and how mentally strong I can be when I do.”

    Individual voyage - DofE student

  • “I learnt that you don’t have to be alone in everything you do in life.”

    Individual voyage - student experiencing anxiety

  • “I learnt trust, self-belief and how to tie knots and do charts. I genuinely adored it; I would love to pursue a life at sea.”

    Individual voyage - DofE student

  • “It’s an amazing break from real life and stress. I can help people and am much more capable than I thought.”

    Individual voyage - high school student and now a member of Cirdan Youth View

Further Information

Experienced Required

None – participants will have varying degrees of experience varying from nothing at all to keen sailors. Regardless, you will learn the ropes and be a hands-on member of the crew

Additional Accreditation

Royal Yachting Association, Competent Crew Certificate is awarded to those who earn it’s merit, at an additional cost of £10 per person or £20 if an RYA logbook is required to document your sea miles for future use

Equipment Required

Sleeping bag/pillow, warm clothes and stout non-slip waterproof shoes/boots. A full kit list is provided upon booking your voyage.

Equipment Supplied

Use of wet weather gear/full waterproofs, safety equipment and everything necessary for a residential afloat