In 2018, the ‘Yachts & Yachting Awards’ and ‘Sailing Today Awards’ joined forces to become the ‘British Yachting Awards’.

This election, open to the public, allows all boating fans to vote for their favourite boats.

Here’s what they said about the Lagoon 50:

“Lagoon didn’t invent the cruising cat but they have been in the game so long now that they have come to be seen as the masters of the genre. The first 50 took to the waters towards the end of last year and underlined the manufacturer’s ability to make cat cruising effortless.

The 50 is not revolutionary, but she’s supremely competent in everything she does. Designer VPLP has opted for a high aspect rig with a short main boom and self tacker for ease of handling and this seems to have upped performance, while down below she boasts an incredible feeling of space.

This new generation catamaran appeals to a wide public, thanks to her sailing performance, her great comfort and elegant lines.”