Resources
Welcome to our Resources page. This is your go-to hub for all the information you need to keep our fleet running smoothly and ensure a safe, enjoyable experience on the water. Members and non-members alike will find everything from detailed boat specifications and technical guides, to gear manuals, checklists, and important forms.
This page is here to support your sailing with practical, easy-to-access content. If you’re looking for more personal insights, tips, or updates on maintenance, head over to our blog.
Boat-specific guides, operational checklists, and other technical documents and manuals are available to club members via the Members Area. If you’re a member, please log in here to access the full set of documents.
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Technical documents
- Gas/Bubble Testers on UK Boat LPG Installations (external link)
- LPG Alarm System for Boats: Instructions (external PDF)
- SCO5B Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Manual (external PDF)
- Tops’l Battery Charging Guide (PDF)
- Boat Safety Scheme Private Boat Requirements including Fire Safety (external link)
More useful info…
Useful links
Please note: Tops’l Sailcruise cannot guarantee or verify the contents of any externally linked website over which they have no editorial or technical control. Tops’l members are advised to adopt a policy of caution and should therefore note that they click on external links at their own risk. Each link opens in a new tab/window.
Seamanship guidance
Important seamanship advice, safety reminders, and yacht-specific guidance, curated by Tops’l Director Steve Leniston. All members are encouraged to review and apply this information to stay safe and competent on the water. Read more…
Safety
At sea, preparation and familiarity with safety procedures can make all the difference. Our Safety page brings together essential Tops’l safety guidance – covering equipment checks, lifejacket use, recovery drills, and emergency protocols. Read more…