The office staff face their fears for Cirdan’s Year of Challenge!

Take part in the exhilarating Round the Island Race with us in Cowes! No experience necessary, we will teach you everything you need to know.

On International Women’s Day we're shining the spotlight on our female staff, both crew and on-shore, who work so hard to help young people experience life at sea and develop as individuals.

As part of Cirdan’s Year of Challenge, our wonderful trustee Charles will be taking part in the Brighton Marathon on Sunday 7th April to help raise funds for a new minibus. Training is going well, he is currently up to 14.5 miles!

Our 2023 News & Performance Review is now available to read in full.

Both Faramir and Duet will be taking part in the ASTO Small Ships Race in Cowes, Isle of Wight on Saturday 5th October. Become part of the crew and take part in this fun and exhilarating race

Main photo credit: UK Sail Training

During 2024 all of our staff (and some special guests!) are challenging themselves to go outside their comfort zones and do something they have never done before…

Cirdan is taking part in a sponsored row and gig race in aid of the RNLI this month.

It's Youth Work Week and the perfect time to announce Joe Hard is Cirdan's Sail Trainee of the Year 2023!

2024 Voyages for Individuals are now available! We have an exciting mix of voyages specifically for individuals wishing to come sailing with us next year.

Our focus for August is Duke of Edinburgh voyages. We run a number of Gold Duke of Edinburgh Residentials onboard our beautiful 111-year-old Edwardian racing yacht, Duet. 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!

In collaboration with Bird Aware Essex Coast, join us for a weekend of bird watching. Learn about the nesting and feeding sites of sea and shore birds around the Blackwater Estuary, whilst enjoying sailing onboard our Bermudan ketch, Faramir.

Our Summer newsletter is now available to read…

Our focus for June is young carers. Being a young carer can be hugely demanding both physically and mentally. Our voyages allow people to take time away from their caring roles and improve their wellbeing, as well as problem solving, self-esteem, confidence and building friendships.

The Cirdan Sailing Trust is pleased announced Ed Humphries as CEO.

All good things come to an end… After 22 years at Cirdan, Leonie our CEO, has spent her last day at the office and is now enjoying her retirement.

Take part in the prestigious Tall Ships’ Race Event, sailing from Den Helder in The Netherlands to Hartlepool, UK in July.