Fernhurst Books

Fernhurst Books is an independent publisher specialising in watersports books. We were founded in 1979 and became one of the leading publishers of how-to watersports books.
After a period as Wiley Nautical, Fernhurst Books was re-established in 2013 and continues to publish books that instruct, inform and inspire those with a passion on, in or under the water.
Its 140 titles range from how-to guides to coffee-table books and cover sailing, surfing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, diving and fishing. If you want to get wet – we have a book on it!
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Ultimate Paddling Adventures
100 epic experiences with a paddle
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621682
Pub Date: 2023-12-07
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
Ultimate Paddling Adventures takes you on a thrilling tour around the world’s best paddling spots – from the frozen wastes of Alaska to the tropical rivers of South America. Explore the rivers and...
Ultimate Sailing Adventures
100 epic experiences on the water
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621675
Pub Date: 2023-11-23
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
This new edition of Ultimate Sailing Adventures takes you on a thrilling ride around the world’s best boats, locations and voyages – from amazing passages and destinations, through memorable races...
Ultimate Surfing Adventures
100 epic experiences in the waves
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621651
Pub Date: 2023-10-31
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
This new edition of Ultimate Surfing Adventures takes you on a thrilling ride around the world’s best surfing spots – from tropical reefs, through temperate waters to ones where you will need a...
Mastering Data to Win
Understand your instruments to make the right calls & win races
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621668
Pub Date: 2023-10-31
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
96 Pages
The modern racing yacht is awash with onboard instruments and electronics giving enormous amounts of data. But few people fully understand how to get the most out of all the information at their fingertips,...
Nautical Calculation Companion
Price: $13.60
ISBN: 9781912621644
Pub Date: 2023-06-16
Format: Spiral bound
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
24 Pages
A handy, splash-proof, on-the-water reference guide of those calculations frequently needed (but often forgotten) for traditional coastal and offshore navigation and other equations, formulae and conversion factors which can be useful afloat. Each topic has worked examples, and there are frequent diagrams to illustrate the process.
Living Through The Gale
Being prepared for heavy weather at sea
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621637
Pub Date: 2023-06-02
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
144 Pages
Heavy weather is a lurking spectre that most of us hope and plan to avoid, but not even internet forecasting can make it go away. This book provides a sound brief so that whether you find yourself in a force-six blow along the coast, or confronting serious waves far out at sea, you are fully aware of your options for taking it in your stride.
My Life in a Blue Suit
The man who helped make Britain great at sailing
Price: $19.95
ISBN: 9781912621613
Pub Date: 2023-04-03
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
144 Pages
The story of Jim Saltonstall and his contribution to Team GBR’s Olympic sailing success. From his birth in Yorkshire and joining the Navy at 15 to becoming the first RYA National Yacht Racing Coach and getting more Olympic sailing medals than any other country. Together with Jim’s thoughts on youth training, competing internationally and coaching.
Canary Islands Cruising Companion
A yachtsman's pilot and cruising guide to ports and harbours in the Canary Islands
Price: $55.00
ISBN: 9781912621460
Pub Date: 2023-02-22
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
168 Pages
Cruise the fabulous Canary Islands with this authoritative pilot guide covering the main 9 islands, all 40 ports and 26 anchorages. Comprehensive pilotage and nautical information are complimented by port details and local knowledge. Illustrated throughout with charts and stunning photography. It will help you love the area as much as the author.

Ultimate Paddling Adventures
100 epic experiences with a paddle
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621682
Pub Date: 2023-12-07
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
Ultimate Sailing Adventures
100 epic experiences on the water
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621675
Pub Date: 2023-11-23
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
Ultimate Surfing Adventures
100 epic experiences in the waves
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621651
Pub Date: 2023-10-31
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
208 Pages
Mastering Data to Win
Understand your instruments to make the right calls & win races
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621668
Pub Date: 2023-10-31
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
96 Pages
Nautical Calculation Companion
Price: $13.60
ISBN: 9781912621644
Pub Date: 2023-06-16
Format: Spiral bound
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
24 Pages
Living Through The Gale
Being prepared for heavy weather at sea
Price: $24.95
ISBN: 9781912621637
Pub Date: 2023-06-02
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
144 Pages
My Life in a Blue Suit
The man who helped make Britain great at sailing
Price: $19.95
ISBN: 9781912621613
Pub Date: 2023-04-03
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
144 Pages
Canary Islands Cruising Companion
A yachtsman's pilot and cruising guide to ports and harbours in the Canary Islands
Price: $55.00
ISBN: 9781912621460
Pub Date: 2023-02-22
Format: Paperback
Imprint: Fernhurst Books
168 Pages