Who Is Mark Corke

Mark Corke is a noted marine surveyor, author, founding editor of Boatworks Magazine, senior editor at Sail Magazine, contributing editor at Soundings Magazine and Blue Water Sailing, and an associate editor at BoatU.S. Magazine.

Over the past thirty-five years he’s built boats of all sizes, written books, and articles about all things boating, and even holds the Guinness World Record for crossing the English Channel in a kayak … a record that’s never been beaten.

Often quoted in popular marine publications from around the world, Mark is relied upon for his unmatched expertise and step-by-step do-it-yourself project guides for boaters. His YouTube “how-to” videos have proven especially popular with traffic in excess of 500,000 views. 

In his capacity as a skilled marine surveyor, Mark frequently serves as a consultant to insurance companies to assess damage claims and is called upon as an expert witness in complex legal cases.

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What Our Clients Say

“Having bought and sold many boats in the past, I’ve worked with many surveyors and can highly recommend Mark Corke’s services without hesitation. He is extremely knowledgeable in every regard.”

Rob Corcoran, Marion, MA

 “For years I’ve been reading the articles you’ve written in boat magazines and knew you were the right guy to help me get my Dad’s boat out of the barn and back in the water. Your thorough inspection pointed out all the issues we needed to deal with and what to expect to get the work done.  Dad and I can’t thank you enough for working with us and the boatyard to make her seaworthy again.”

James Stedman, Yarmouth, ME

“Thank you for your professionally detailed pictorial marine survey report. Your work made it very easy for us to work with the loan company and the insurance company to complete our deal without questions or problems.”

Mark Sampson, Essex, CT

“Buying my first sailboat was a daunting challenge but with your exceptional knowledge and patience in answering all my endless questions I was confident about my decision to purchase and getting my boat for the best price.”

Jason Mitchell, Wilmington, NC