Martin Thomas

Martin Thomas is the former Commodore of the Ocean Cruising Club, and is currently the Vice-Commodore of the Royal London Yacht Club. He was previously the Watch Officer on board the sail training schooner Sir Winston Churchill. A distinguished surgeon, he has written on topics of emergencies at sea and medical treatment for yachtsmen. Peter Bruce served in the Royal Navy for many years, and continues to spend much time at sea, cruising, researching his pilot books or racing. He is one of the top Corinthian skippers in the world, has twice been part of Britain's winning Admiral's Cup team and has taken part with distinction in most Fastnet races since his first in 1961.