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    POWERBOATING ON THE SOLENT

    Nov 27, 2020 5 minutes

    Racing across the open sea, bounding over waves and embracing the seawater spray with the sun warming my cheeks at the helm of a powerboat has to be one of the most exhilarating experiences I have had. Learning to drive one of these motorised watercraft gave me the freedom to discover so much more of our beautiful British coastline – whether that is cruising up a river, visiting a harbour or exploring island shores – and it’s easier than you may think to pick up these skills.

    Last summer British Marine launched its #SummerOnTheWater campaign, to prove it’s possible for anyone to learn a new water sport and encourage more people to get afloat. The key thing, the organisation says, is to get the proper training before you do. The most popular choice

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