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“An amazing week which
I will remember for a
long long time to come.“

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“I really enjoyed getting involved
on deck.”


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“It is rare that I relax so quickly into a holiday away”

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“below deck was great, lovely cabins, spotlessly clean”

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“Being under full sail was incredible and truly unforgettable”

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“Really friendly, helpful and informative crew”

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“Really friendly, helpful and informative crew”

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“The food was fantastic. Way better than expectations. I hadn't given it much thought beforehand but it was a very important aspect of the trip.”

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“I really enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere on board”

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“The crew were brilliant! I wish
I could bottle their enthusiasm.”

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“brilliant
places to see.
SO many highlights!

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UNIQUE SAILING HOLIDAYS AROUND THE SCOTTISH ISLANDS

COME AND JOIN US FOR A SAILING, WALKING AND WILDLIFE ADVENTURE ON
A BEAUTIFUL CLASSIC SAILING BOAT.

Provident is a 101-year-old wooden Brixham trawler – a true crown jewel of British sailing heritage. Join us as we explore Scotland’s stunning west coast on a hands-on sailing holiday like no other.

No sailing experience necessary just an appetite for adventure and a taste for new experiences

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NEW FOR 2027
FIVE NIGHT SUMMER TASTER
25–30 JUNE · 5 NIGHTS 

EXPERIENCE HANDS ON SAILING WITHOUT NEEDING ANY EXPERIENCE, SOLO TRAVELLERS WELCOME, AGES 12+ TO 80+ AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.

Dip a toe in the world of traditional sailing — the easiest place to start.

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SAILING IN SPRING

ESCAPE TO THE BEAUTIFUL SCOTTISH ISLANDS AND WATCH THE BIRDS AND WILDLIFE MIGRATING BACK FROM A BEAUTIFUL 102 yEAR OLD BRIXHAM SAILING BOAT. EXPLORE TRANQUIL ANCHORAGES AWAY FROM THE CROWDS, TENDER TRIPS TO THE WEE ISLANDS AND EXPERIENCE THE BEAUTY OF SCOTLAND IN SPRING

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WHAT’S iT LIKE BELOW DECK?

WITH A SPACIOUS SALON, DECKHOUSE, CENTRAL HEATING AND FLUSHING LOOS YOU WILL BE VERY COMFORTABLE.
WE HAVE AN ON BOARD CHEF WHO COOKS DELIGHTS THROUGH OUT THE DAY AND CATERS FOR ALL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS.

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