In this series, we will endeavour to shine a brighter light on the individual islands that we visit. Each of the islands that we visit from our home port of Mallaig has such different and distinct characters, it’s hard to put a finger on but here in lies the magic and beauty of Scotland’s West Coast.

I love the quiet magic of turning simple ingredients into something that feels like a celebration, this savoury Red Onion Tarte Tatin is just the ticket.

A playlist of songs for your Christmas Kitchen… the songs we play whilst we cook dinner in the galley to cover the clattering of pots and pans, the tunes for the car journey home, in general, crowd pleasers, because who doesn’t like a bit of Celtic charm on the stereo?

On this cold and frosty December morning here in Falmouth, it's hard to imagine that just a few short months ago we were still enjoying the September sun in Kerrera Marina, preparing Eda Frandsen for her annual pilgrimage south.

We wanted to give you a taste of what last summer looked like here onboard Eda Frandsen as we continued our exploration of the West Coast of Scotland. Despite being our third season of sailing here, there is still so much to explore! So sit back, relax, grab a cup of tea and enjoy the spectacular scenery that Scotland has to offer...

We are delighted to say that, as of 2024, Eda Frandsen Sailing will be donating on a regular basis to the Knoydart Forest Trust!

This time last year we were contacted to be part of a brand new Gestalten book with the working title BOATLIFE aiming to showcase the extraordinary lives of nomadic sea-faring folks around the world.

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Earlier this year, we were delighted to be joined onboard by Duncan Craig from House and Garden Magazine It just so happened to be an extortionately sunny week here in Scotland, but that aside, we think he did a pretty fantastic job of describing what life aboard is really like….

The HWDT tracking app is a free tool that enables sailors and other sea-goers to record sightings of whales, dolphins, porpoises and other marine mammals in the Hebridean waters. Using this app, crew members are able to gather valuable data on the presence, location and behaviour of these species, which helps to inform research and conservation initiatives aimed at protecting these animals and their habitats.

We thought we would use this opportunity to give you a taste of what we have been up to behind the scenes this winter. When it comes to living and working on wooden boats, there is never a dull moment, and here you can see what happened when our simple job of replacing the batteries turned into replacing the whole mast step and some fairly major woodwork. We hope you enjoy our humble attempt at filmmaking and if you have any questions feel free to drop them in the comments!

One of the draws of life on board a sailing boat is making the most of what you have to hand, resourcefulness becomes second nature as you are often far from the nearest shop. It’s one of the reasons I love cooking, specifically at sea. Where I am completely aware that not everyone has access to fresh mackerel, or is able to go fishing for it themselves. Should you however be presented with such an occasion, it would be a shame for you to not know what to do…… 

Once upon an early Spring weekend in April 2022, a group of ladies gathered on the deck of Eda Frandsen to come together in drawing, painting and printmaking beneath the most gorgeous quiet spring light.

Another highlight of the Summer was being included in The Guardian’s ‘10 of the Best Sailing Holidays in Europe’.

Sailing at night is a truly wonderful state to experience. The rushing of water past the hull, finding a star by which to navigate, and seeing the very first glow of sunrise in the sky. We wouldn't give it up for the world, and that is why we want to share it with you. 

It seems there has been a bit going on in the background whilst we have been frolicking about on the ocean waves! With our “Print Making Under Sail” voyage from Spring 2022 being featured in the July/August issue of Condé Nast Traveller

We are looking for a person with a genuine passion for wooden boats who would like to pursue a long term career as a sailor, to begin their journey with us. The position would begin in early March and would involve finishing off the winter jobs list, preparing the boat for a busy season and then a back to back season of charters in both Cornwall and Scotland.

Experience a Taste of Summer onboard Eda Frandsen. With music by Charlie Grey recorded live onboard Eda Frandsen in Lismore in the summer of 2021.

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If you came sailing onboard Eda Frandsen this summer, there is a fairly good chance you ate Sourdough Crumpets for breakfast at least once.

So if you, like me are still trying to keep your lock-down sourdough starter going and are a fan of buttery, crunchy bottomed, golden-delicious breakfast treats that can be either sweet or savoury. I have written my many-times-tested Eda Frandsen approved method below!

On Thursday evening, just after I had gotten out of the shower, and just before we were about to head out for dinner, an enormous, towering cumulus came looming over the town behind us. Within 5 minutes neither Mungo nor I could stand up on deck and all the boats out on moorings suddenly tore at their chains and lines.

Welcome to Eda Frandsen and the next chapter in her long and happy life!

Meet Stella & Mungo, Eda Frandsen’s new custodians, who, after spending many years sailing around the world are very happy to be returning to their native homes to fulfil their long-held dreams of sharing their skills, knowledge and sailing philosophy with a whole new generation of sailors.