Race 3 OK that does it. I’m giving up summer sailing in favour of winter sailing. More boats, more folk and more fun. Defrost the boat, remove the snow and ice, melt the running rigging of ice and Robert’s your father’s brother. -2C out there, a lumpy swell and a […]
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Sunday racing 10th Dec is on. Light winds, flat seas, ideal conditions. 12.00hr start first boat. Spread the word. Santa hats a must as its xmas. Tony Freeth Sailing Sec. (Joint)
Race 2 Incredible !! the coldest day of the year so far and we get 7 boats signing on for the 2nd winter series race.1 couldn’t sail as the crane malfunctioned,1 couldn’t sail because of battery malfunction 1 couldn’t sail because of foil malfunction which left 4 to fight it […]
Photo: BBC News 6th December “Serving Seafarers” Paul Atkinson of the Apostleship of the Sea will explain how they help professional seafarers in distress with practical as well as pastoral care. His organisation was involved in the provision of practical and spiritual support for the crew of the Donald Duckling […]
The aim is to have a relaxed series, more about using boats and the club than points and prizes. The First race will be on Sunday 12th Nov at 12.00 and approximately every two weeks following but in general using the fine weather days rather than fixed dates. Any club […]
Race 1 Sunday 12th November Race officer: Sailing Committee The first of the winter races happened today in high winds, high waves and high anxiety. Gusts of 40 knots and probably 4-6 metre swell testing the resolve of some 20 mad sailors. It was truly exhilarating and blew many a […]
Fresh water has always been a major concern for seafarers. From the early explorers hopping down the coast of West Africa, looking for a way East, to the Royal Navy steaming around the world, fresh water has limited the amount of time ships can stay at sea. Lightships were […]
It looks like there will be racing this Sunday 12th November. 1100 start. Tony Freeth
The lighting of the new replica lantern will take place next Saturday, 4th Nov 5.30pm prompt. Feel free to bring a hooter and make some noise when we flick the switch. The rum shack will be open from 4.30pm and will be serving hot toddy along with all normal beverages.v […]
Due to staff sickness and annual leave the Galley will be closed this weekend, 4th-5th November. Normal Galley opening times will resume Wednesday lunch time 8th November. The Fireworks party Hot Dogs and Broth won’t be affected. We will take the opportunity during the closure to effect some necessary maintenance […]