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For those who like idea of adventure,
thrills and discovery on the high
seas but who are reluctant to give

up their creature comforts,
then join us for a sailing holiday

Welcome aboard “Asante” a 

luxury 57ft Oyster sailing yacht

About Us

Step aboard! We would be delighted to welcome you onto one of our adventure sailing charters aboard Asante, our luxury yacht an Oyster 57ft.  For those who don’t want to stray far from home perhaps you may consider sailing with us around the East Coast of England or exploring the West Coast of Scotland with its beautiful islands.  Or can we lure you further afield?  Cross an ocean, explore the warm Caribbean or venture to remote Pacific islands.  

Owned and operated by Ian & Fiona, we specialise in taking guest to some of the most beautiful cruising grounds in the world. Footloose Sailing Adventures offers crewed charters that caters to all experience levels.  All you need is a sense of adventure and a willingness to get involved.

Ian who is the skipper is an RYA Yachtmaster Instructor with over 120,000 nautical miles of worldwide sailing while Fiona is a Commercial Yachtmaster who also holds Ocean Yachtmaster and is always happy to share her enthusiasm for celestial navigation.  She too has sailed in many parts of the world and acts as first mate. They both enjoy cooking – producing food from local ingredients wherever possible.  Ian & Fiona both love adventure, exploring new places and meeting new people.  Footloose Sailing Adventures allows their guest to be a part of the adventure in a relaxed informal way with an element of luxury.

Sailing Adventures

Details of our Sailing Adventures that you can book onto. To book please contact us using the contact us page.

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2023

Navigation Master Class Ipswich to Inverness April 22 to May 4

12 nights £1500 per person
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While suitable for all, the experience is perhaps especially suited for those sailors who are looking to log sea miles towards the Yachtmaster qualification and gain the all-important practical experience in both passage planning and pilotage With at least three 60-mile qualifying passages, night sails, anchorages and numerous marinas to approach then this is the ideal trip. But you may wish to simply improve your navigational knowledge and seamanship skills so with a highly experienced Yachtmaster Instructor onboard who has logged over 120,000 sea miles then this is also the trip for you. Simply enjoy the sights that the East coast of England and Scotland have to offer in a comfort rarely afforded on such a journey.
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Caledonian Canal Cruise
Inverness to Fort William
6 to 13 May

7 nights £1880 per person
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Join us for 7 nights on the 60-mile passage through the Highlands of Scotland. 200 years ago, this waterway was created by Thomas Telford. Marvel at the engineering as we pass through the many locks culminating in the wonder of Neptune’s Staircase. Gaze at the spectacular scenery where history has unfolded over the millennia, from castles bearing the battle scars of the Jacobite Revolution to the dark and mysterious waters of Loch Ness. This is Scotland at its finest.
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Scottish Island Three Peaks Challenge
Oban to Oban
14th May to 25th May (Fully Booked)

11 nights £2020 per person
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Join us in Scotland for the ultimate adventure race. The event starts in Oban with a short hill run, then a sail to Mull, run over Ben More, sail to Jura, run the Paps, sail to Arran, run Goat Fell then sail to Troon. Each team consists of 5 - usually 2 runners who have hill navigational experience and three sailors. With a distance of roughly 160NM to sail, 60 miles to run with 2625 metres (8612FT) of climbing and very little sleep then this is not an event for anyone looking for a relaxing holiday!

OBAN TO OBAN WHISKY TOUR
May 27th to 3rd June

7 nights £2380
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Cruise the West Coast of Scotland and join us for 7 nights as we take you to some of Scotland’s most iconic and remote distilleries. Wander at the beautiful islands which were formed 430 million years ago. On our 127-mile journey we will drop anchor in quiet secluded coves and by sleepy harbour villages. Gaze into the waters and watch for otters, bottle nose and common dolphin, common and grey seal, minkie whale and basking shark. Or look skyward to see puffin, gannets and white-tailed sea eagles.
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OBAN TO OBAN WHISKY TOUR
3 June to 10 June

7 nights £2380
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Cruise the West Coast of Scotland and join us for 7 nights as we take you to some of Scotland’s most iconic and remote distilleries. Wander at the beautiful islands which were formed 430 million years ago. On our 127-mile journey we will drop anchor in quiet secluded coves and by sleepy harbour villages. Gaze into the waters and watch for otters, bottle nose and common dolphin, common and grey seal, minkie whale and basking shark. Or look skyward to see puffin, gannets and white-tailed sea eagles.
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OBAN TO OBAN WHISKY TOUR
June 10th to June 17th
(Fully Booked)

7 nights £2380
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Cruise the West Coast of Scotland and join us for 7 nights as we take you to some of Scotland’s most iconic and remote distilleries. Wander at the beautiful islands which were formed 430 million years ago. On our 127-mile journey we will drop anchor in quiet secluded coves and by sleepy harbour villages. Gaze into the waters and watch for otters, bottle nose and common dolphin, common and grey seal, minkie whale and basking shark. Or look skyward to see puffin, gannets and white-tailed sea eagles.
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OBAN TO LARGS WHISKY AND ISLANDS
July 1st to July 11th

10 nights £3300 per person
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Cruise the West Coast and Join us for 10 nights as we take you to some of Scotlands most iconic and remote distilleries and islands. Wander at the beautiful scenery that formed 430 million years ago. On our 173-mile journey we will drop anchor in quiet secluded coves and by sleepy harbour villages. Gaze into the waters and watch for otters, bottle nose and common dolphin, common and grey seal, minkie whale and basking shark. Or look skyward to see puffin, gannets and white-tailed sea eagles.
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Largs to Milford Haven
15th July to 25th July

10 nights £2764 per person
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Join us in Scotland for a trip that is suitable for all - sit back and relax or get involved. The choice is yours but with two passages in excess of 60 miles and a guaranteed night sail then this is ideal for anyone working either towards a Yachtmaster qualification or simply to improve their navigational and seamanship skills all under the guidance of a Yachtmaster Instructor who has logged over 120,000 see miles. We will leave the Scottish islands behind and head across the Irish Sea to Bangor. From there, east to the Isle of Man then south to Ireland, birthplace of Oscar Wilde and home of Guinness beer. And finally, back across the Irish Sea to complete our 308-mile journey in Wales.
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Milford Haven to Plymouth
29th July to 6th August

8 nights £2250 per person
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Join us in Milford Haven for a trip that is suitable for all - sit back and relax or get involved. We will take you to the rocky outcrop that is Lundy Island, round the tip of mainland Britain to the beauty of the Isle of Scilly and onward to the coves of Cornwall. There are two passages in excess of 60NM - ideal for anyone working towards a Yachtmaster qualification. For those who simply want to improve their navigational and seamanship skills then this is the perfect opportunity under the guidance of a Yachtmaster Instructor who has logged over 120,000 sea miles.
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Navigation Master Class Plymouth to Lisbon
28th August to 7th September

10 nights £2764 per person
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Join us in Plymouth aboard our luxury 57’ Oyster yacht for the 750 mile passage from Plymouth to Cascais. We will cross the Bay of Biscay and cruise down the coasts of Spain and Portugal stopping off to enjoy the sights and sounds of the local harbours and anchorages.. This trip is suitable for all, but perhaps especially for those either wanting to log sea miles towards a Yachtmaster qualification or enhance their seamanship skills and knowledge. With a Yachtmaster Instructor of both Theory and Practical on board to guide you and a yacht equipped with the latest navigation, communication and safety systems required for a cruise round the world then this is an opportunity rarely afforded.
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Navigation Master Class Lisbon - Madeira - Gran Canaria
16th September to 26th September

10 nights £2764 per person
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Join us in Cascais, Lisbon aboard our luxury 57’ Oyster yacht for the 812 mile journey. Our first passage of 480NM which will take around 5 days has us leaving mainland Europe behind and heading west to the Island of Madeira. Once there we will explore the area that time allows before turning south on a 2/day 285NM leg to our destination of Gran Canaria. This trip is suitable for all, but perhaps especially for those either wanting to log sea miles towards a Yachtmaster qualification or enhance their seamanship skills and knowledge.
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A Week Going Nowhere!
Lanzarote.
14th October to 21st October

7 nights £5150 per person
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Have you ever strolled along the harbour while on holiday gazing at the beautiful yachts, wondering what it would be like to stay on one. Well come and find out. Join us in the marina aboard our luxury 57’ Oyster sailing yacht with all the comforts and more of a shore based apartment. With air conditioning at the touch of a button and the crisp clean linen of a hotel this is an experience rarely on offer.
Gather a group of friends together or bring the family. This is a holiday to suit an eclectic mix of sailors and land lubbers. We understand that charging along at some 45 degree angle while trying to drink a cup of coffee is not everyones idea of fun! With this in mind we will base ourselves at the beautiful Marina Rubicon.
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A Week Going Nowhere!
Lanzarote.
22nd October to 29th October

7 nights £5150 per person
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Have you ever strolled along the harbour while on holiday gazing at the beautiful yachts, wondering what it would be like to stay on one. Well come and find out. Join us in the marina aboard our luxury 57’ Oyster sailing yacht with all the comforts and more of a shore based apartment. With air conditioning at the touch of a button and the crisp clean linen of a hotel this is an experience rarely on offer.
Gather a group of friends together or bring the family. This is a holiday to suit an eclectic mix of sailors and land lubbers. We understand that charging along at some 45 degree angle while trying to drink a cup of coffee is not everyones idea of fun! With this in mind we will base ourselves at the beautiful Marina Rubicon.
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The Atlantic Rally for Cruisers 2023
16th November to 9 December

23 nights £6910 per person
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If you are going to cross the Atlantic then do it in style. Join us aboard Asante our 57 ft luxury Oyster - considered one of the best bluewater sailing yachts in the world. Can anyone do it? While ocean experience is certainly not a prerequisite a general love of sailing is, along with a desire to learn and get involved. You will be immersed in every aspect of this adventure from watch keeping to cooking, from fishing to baking. But should you want more sailing with us also offers a unique opportunity to further their seamanship skills. With a Yachtmaster Instructor of both Theory and Practical on board to guide you and a yacht equipped with the latest navigation, communication and safety systems required for a cruise round the world then this is an opportunity rarely afforded.
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Asante

Asante is a 2007 Oyster 56  A luxury 57ft sailing yacht designed by Rob Humphries. The 56 is perhaps the quintessential Oyster design and was the undisputed class leader at this size for more than a decade.

The key to her success is her size; large enough for rapid ocean cruising and to accommodate her crew and guests in comfort and style when living aboard, but easy to handle.

A spacious deck layout, large secure cockpit area and wide side decks make for comfortable and safe cruising and there are plenty of places to relax on deck.

The interior arrangement provides 3 separate cabins for guests. There is one double cabin, and two twin cabins, one forward and one aft. There is a day head midships for use by all guests and the large bright saloon offers plenty of room for relaxing in comfort. All creature comforts can be found on board: heating, air conditioning and fully covered cockpit if it is cold.  The guests separate shower stall and quiet flush electric toilet makes it feel a little more like home.

The Oyster 56 is a proven performer, with many ocean crossings and circumnavigations to her credit. She has had class wins in the ARC and has also won Cruising Class 1 at Antigua Sailing Week, beating several more serious racing yachts. She is a superb sea boat and remains very well regarded by all her fortunate owners.

  • large secure cockpit area and wide side decks make for comfortable and safe cruising and there are plenty of places to relax on deck
  • Fully batten main sail
  • Electric main halyard
  • Furling genoa with electric furling system
  • Asymmetric spinnaker
  • Storm jib
  • Electric winches
  • Full Spray hood and Bimini
  • Cockpit and deck cushions
  • AB rib with 25hp outboard engine
  • 2 Paddle boards
  • Snorkeling kits
  • Full safety equipment inline with MCA requirements for coded area of operation
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Drinks fridge
  • Ice Maker
  • Cockpit table fridge
  • Microwave
  • Nespresso Coffee machine
  • Washing machine
  • Full air conditioning and heating to all cabins
  • TV in main saloon
  • Full suite of Raymarine navigation equipment
  • VHF Radio and two handheld radios
  • Timezero Navigation suite including routing
  • AIS
  • Satellite communications

Where we are:

Norwich:

Footloose Sailing Ltd
T/A Footloose Sailing Adventures
The Old Chapel,
Marsh Road,
Upton
Norfolk, NR13 6BS

Speak to us:

+447860 658430

For all enquiries please email:

ian@footloosesailing.co.uk

Registered address:
71-75, Shelton Street, Covent Garden, London, WC2H 9JQ
Company Registered Number 14599157

© 2022 Footloose Sailing Adventures

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