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Whitstable Yacht Club is one of the oldest and largest sailing clubs in England. The Club is situated on the north coast of Kent where the Thames Estuary meets the North Sea. WYC offers sailing in sheltered waters at all times of the tide for catamarans, dinghies, and windsurfers with yachts in nearby creeks which dry out.

Whitstable Yacht Club, 3-4 Sea Wall, Whitstable, Kent, CT5 1BX Tel: +44 (0)1227 272942 [email protected]

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Upcoming WYC Social clubs, Events and Meetings

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Talk “Flying Dutchman at WYC”

Date: Thu 14/11/2024 The Flying Dutchman was the double-handed Olympic racing dinghy from 1960 to 1992. WYC was key in establishing this iconic class from hosting the 1959 World Championships, through to numerous National and European championships. There was a sizable fleet at WYC over the years, with many stories to tell. Louise and Andrew Provan will present some of the tales of these E-Types of the Seas at WYC, as well as the chronicle of repatriating their own boat from Bordeaux.

Club Ball 2024

Winter series prize giving.

Date: Sun 08/12/2024

Talk “Wearing the Red Trousers; Sailing across the Atlantic”

Date: Sat 18/01/2025 WYC Laser Sailor Paul Kelly (PK) lived for seven years on a 37ft ketch sailing around the East Coast of US, across the Atlantic, around the Mediterranean and elsewhere. He has many tales to tell, and lessons learnt!

Talk – “Crab and Winkle Railway”

Date: Sat 01/02/2025 WYC Wanderer Sailor and Historian Richard Maltby will present his history of the Canterbury and Whitstable Railway. There are many Firsts about the C&W, the 1st steam powered integrated transport system, combining the engineering genius of Thomas Telford (the harbour), George Stephenson (the railway) and son Robert (the locomotive). The Crab and Winkle was the 1st steam passenger railway, had the 1st tunnel and sold the 1st season ticket (for sea bathing). The Invicta loco was also a revolutionary design for 1830. It opened ahead of the Liverpool and Manchester railway, which followed 3 months and a change of reign later. The 6Nations Ireland v England match will be shown on the big screen in the Sea Room 16:45-18:45. Come and support your team, have a takeaway and then stay for Richard’s talk.

Talk “Banksy National Treasure or Common Criminal?"

Date: Fri 21/02/2025 Andrew Ashton will visit WYC again following on from his well-received talk on Beryl Cook, with another presentation on Banksy, a look at the artists life and work. As before Tizzy Lambert will be catering for lunchtime snack, and therefore there will be £5 charge for this talk.

Talk “Defending the Swale”

Date: Fri 21/03/2025 Adam Taylor will take us on a journey of discovery along the Swale Channel and coast of the Isle of Sheppey. We will take a closer look at air, sea and land defences through time, and the birthplace of British aviation where Winston Churchill learnt to fly.

Tuesday Nights - Games Evening

Every Tuesday from 7pm, Mexican train dominoes, cribbage or bring your own - come and join us! Bit of luck, bit of skill, bit of a laugh, bit of wine!! Or bring your own game.

Wednesday Nights - Pool League Games

From 8pm - Pool league games played by WYC pool teams. Feel free to come and support, or enquire at the bar to join a team!

2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month - WYC Book Club

We currently have two groups that meet on 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month, If you’re interested in joining the WYC Book club get in touch with Kellie Gray on 079 6604 6693, it’s a lovely way meet new members whether you’re a sailor or social member.

Thursday Night - Open Pool Nights

From 7pm - open pool night. All over 16’s welcome. Free table, winner stays on unless players present want to change.

1st and 3rd Monday of the month - Art club

Starting on the 5th December - Its a fun get together and learn new skills with others, you will need to supply your own equipment. Meet in the sea room between 10:30 and 1:30pm for more details contact Tizzie on 079 2026 2673.

1st & 3rd Thursday of the month - Music Club

Meet 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month 7:30 to 10pm. We pick some songs to rehearse beforehand and get to play together as several bands. Welcome guitarists, singers, keyboards, drums, percussion, flutes, fiddles… anything with a tune! We put on a gig at the club every quarter, aim to showcase 24 songs. Contact: Andrew Provan 07899662412

Coffee Club - Every morning

Coffee club - meet every morning from 10.30 in the sea room, this is open to all WYC members

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Whitstable Yacht Club news

Great fire of whitstable 1869.

An interesting bit of Whitstable history, before WYC, but involving buildings that once stood on our site: www.kentonline.co.uk/whitstable/news/blaze-raged-so-hard-it-lit-night-sky-like-it-was-midday-315583/ Share›

2024 Prize Giving

Wyc winter talks.

A big thank you Richard Maltby for his talk on Saturday 19th Oct on the build up to Trafalgar, and why it was so important. It was very well attended and we all were all rewarded with a tot of run to toast Nelson! This was the first in our Winter Talks planned for the next 5 months. There was as a lot of interest in the planned future talks and so below are diary dates for you to note: Thursday 14th November 7:30pm – Talk “Flying Dutchman at WYC”. The Flying Dutchman was the double-handed Olympic racing dinghy from 1960 to 1992. WYC was key in establishing this iconic class from hosting the 1959 World Championships, through to numerous National and European championships. There was a sizable fleet at WYC over the years with many stories to tell. Louise and Andrew Provan will present some of the tales of these E-Types of the Seas at WYC, as well as the chronicle of repatriating their own boat from Bordeaux. Sat 18th January 2025 – 7:30pm Talk “Wearing the Red Trousers; Sailing across the Atlantic”. WYC Laser Sailor Paul Kelly (PK) lived for seven years on a 37ft ketch sailing around the East Coast of US, across the Atlantic, around the Mediterranean and elsewhere. He has many tales to tell, and lessons learnt! Sat 1st Feb 2025 – 7:30pm – Talk “Crab and Winkle Railway”. WYC Wanderer Sailor and Historian Richard Maltby will present his history of the Canterbury and Whitstable Railway. There are many Firsts about the C&W, the 1st steam powered integrated transport system, combining the engineering genius of Thomas Telford (the harbour), George Stephenson (the railway) and son Robert (the locomotive). The Crab and Winkle was the 1st steam passenger railway, had the 1st tunnel and sold the 1st season ticket (for sea bathing). The Invicta loco was also a revolutionary design for 1830. It opened ahead of the Liverpool and Manchester railway, which followed 3 months and a change of reign later. The 6Nations Ireland v England match will be shown on the big screen in the Sea Room 16:45-18:45. Come and support your team, have a takeaway and then stay for Richard’s talk. Friday 21st Feb 2025 12:30pm - Talk “Banksy National Treasure or Common Criminal?". Andrew Ashton will visit WYC again following on from his well-received talk on Beryl Cook, with another presentation on Banksy, a look at the artists life and work. As before Tizzy Lambert will be catering for lunchtime snack, and therefore there will be £5 charge for this talk. Friday 21st March 2025 – 7:30pm – Talk “Defending the Swale”. Adam Taylor will take us on a journey of discovery along the Swale Channel and coast of the Isle of Sheppey. We will take a closer look at air, sea and land defences through time, and the birthplace of British aviation where Winston Churchill learnt to fly. Share›

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WYC SUPER SOCIALS OCTOBER & NOVEMBER

*THIS FRIDAY!* Friday 11th October 7.30pm – Karaoke night. Calling all crooners! The gold sparkly curtains are back! Come along and warble/ murder/ yodel your favourite karaoke anthems in front of an enthusiastic audience! This is great fun and entertainment, either to take part or spectate! Sat 12th October to 21st October – America’s Cup LIVE. Ineos Brittania just need to win one more race today or tomorrow against the Italians Luna Rossa, and then they will be in the America’s Cup final against New Zealand. Coverage will be Live on the big screen from 13:00 at WYC, 2 races a day, starting on Sat 12 Oct. Bar will be open, have a lunchtime break and cheer on Sir Ben Ainslie and team, as they aim be the first to win 7 races, and claim the world’s oldest sporting trophy for the UK for the first time. *THIS SUNDAY!* Sunday 13th October - Meeting of Sailors. Please come along at 1pm(ish - depending on that day's racing) to hear an update on the Sailing Committee's plans, and to help influence the future of sailing at WYC! Whilst there will be the opportunity to ask questions or raise points in the meeting, if you have any items you'd like to make sure are discussed, please contact Steve Gray in advance. Saturday 19th October 7pm – Why the battle of Trafalgar is really worth remembering - an informative and amusing slide show with a talk by Richard Maltby. Why Trafalgar Day (21st October) is worth Remembering. Collection proceeds will go to Westbere Sailing Opportunities. Sunday 20th October 4pm – Annual Prize Giving. The recent autumn weather is a reminder that the annual prize giving will take place on Sunday 20th October at 4pm, following the last race of the autumn series. Prizes will be presented for all completed series and regattas for the year making it an event not to be missed. Congratulations to our 2024 prize winners! Saturday 2nd November 7:30pm– Music Club Gig – “Unplugged”. It is the return of amazing Music Club gig. Over 30 brilliant musicians in various bands take on 28 songs... this time “Unplugged”. Iconic tunes given an acoustic twist, which will have you tapping your feet and singing along. Final rehearsals on Thurs 17th, 24th and 31st October. Come along for drink and watch the magic unfold. Thursday 14th November – Talk “Flying Dutchman at WYC”. The Flying Dutchman was the double-handed Olympic racing dinghy from 1960 to 1992. WYC was key in establishing this iconic class from hosting the 1959 World Championships, through to numerous National and European championships. There was a sizable fleet at WYC over the years, with many stories to tell. Louise and Andrew Provan will present some of the tales of these E-Types of the Seas at WYC, as well as the chronicle of repatriating their own boat from Bordeaux. Friday 22nd November - MAD HAT DINNER & DANCE AT THE MARINE HOTEL. To book: https://bookwhen.com/wycsocial/e/ev-sajm-20241122180000 Share›

MAD HAT DINNER & DANCE

Dinner & Dance at the Marine Hotel Friday November 22nd with great music from Hullabaloo. £55 per person. This will be a popular event, so please book quickly by using the following link: https://bookwhen.com/wycsocial/e/ev-sajm-20241122180000 Share›

AUTUMN UPDATE

It's noticeable that the weather has changed as we head toward the end of the season, and I’d like to update on a few issues: 1) We have some rough weather forecast for this week – please make sure that boats are tied down securely on the beach. 2) Slotty has been moved to Conyer to avoid the bad weather and may not return this year – that means races will be managed from the club line. We don’t have Assistant Race Officers scheduled for the next two weekends, so if you are available to help and learn from an experienced Race Officer, please advise Sally or myself. 3) There have been a few situations where members scheduled have failed to turn up for their race duty. We appreciate that sometimes duties have to be changed for personal reasons but please advise your class captain and Sally of any issues and they can assist where necessary. 4) The Meeting of Sailors will take place on October 11th at 13.00 after the morning race – if you have issues that you wish to raise, please advise me beforehand. 5) The Annual Prizegiving will take place on October 20th at 16.00 after the afternoon race – we look forward to seeing you there to congratulate our worthy winners! The Autumn and Winter series very often deliver some of the best racing of the year, so we look forward to some great turnouts and competitive races. Good sailing! Stephen P Gray Rear Commodore Sailing Read More› Share›

2024-25 MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS HAVE BEEN ISSUED

Membership renewals are now due for the 2024-25 membership year. If you have not received an email containing renewal information, please contact Sally ([email protected]). Alternatively, you can complete the form online and send payment via a bank transfer directly to WYC via this link: https://www.cognitoforms.com/WhitstableYachtClub/WYCMembershipForm . Renewals are due by 31 October 2024, latest. We look forward to receiving your renewal. There’s still plenty of the season left to look forward to. Share›

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 3 NEW SENIOR SAILING INSTRUCTORS

Following an exacting and exhausting week of an RYA course held at the Club, WYC members Katie Berrington, Angelyna Gheur and Harry Wilson passed to become Senior Instructors with great accolades from the RYA. Congratulations must also go to Ruth Oliver, Club Training Manager, for the time and effort that she has put into their training. Share›

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KENT ISLAND YACHT CLUB

The bay’s premiere social club.

Kent Island Yacht Club  

Nestled on a gorgeous peninsula along Maryland’s beautiful Kent Narrows, the Kent Island Yacht Club provides members a relaxing, family-friendly experience.  Our mission is to deliver an elegant club house, exceptional dining services, picturesque heated pool, and a host of formal and informal social events throughout the year. In addition to our standard amenities, Kent Island Yacht Club is the perfect location for weddings and special events combining elegance, outstanding service, and stunning views of the Chesapeake.

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117 Yacht Club Drive

Chester, MD 21619

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Sun-Mon Tues: Closed 

Weds-Fri: 12-4

Sat: Lounge opens 12pm

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Wednesday-thursday 4 - 9  , friday:      4-10, saturday: 12-10, sunday:   12- 8.

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Contact us below., main office hours:, for your conve nience,, payment for dues, and slip rentals can be taken over the phone. , 410-643-4101.

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Royal Temple Yacht Club

Yacht Racing, Model Yacht Racing, Cruising & Socializing in Ramsgate, Kent, United Kingdom

RTYC History

The Royal Temple Yacht Club was founded in 1857 by a group of yachtsmen sailing from the Temple Steps, on the River Thames in the centre of London. Yachting as a sport had been established for some time and similar clubs were being opened throughout the UK.

Club racing started on the London River but as the industrial revolution gathered pace commercial traffic on the river made racing increasingly difficult. Races began to be moved further and further down the river, until eventually it was decided that a more suitable base for racing should be found.

Ramsgate Clubhouse

The Ramsgate Clubhouse was opened in 1896 but London remained the club’s centre of social activity. During this time it was not uncommon for members to hold grand banquets and bohemian concerts in order to raise additional funds for the club.

At the turn of the century 2,000 members dined annually at the Hotel Cecil. The Commodore at that time was Baron De Rothschild who was always accompanied by his close friend The Prince of Wales. The Royal Charter was granted in 1897 and the Admiralty Warrant to wear the Blue Ensign was granted in 1898.

Caption- Races would start with the yachts at anchor. Cannons would fire blank charges from the Pier Head to alert the paid hands to weigh anchor and hoist sails. This often resulted in a chaotic mess with boats colliding and tangling their rigging. Its not surprising that the Coast Guards had to be kept on hand to fire the cannon and assist the racers.

During the late nineteenth century, Ramsgate Week enjoyed many famous participants. The German Emperor’s schooner “Meteor” raced from Ramsgate until the First World War and King George V’s lovely cutter “Britannia” raced regularly until 1924.

In 1897 the Royal Temple historically challenged and beat the French in their own waters at the Coupe de France. The club famously laid on steamers so that members could follow the racing at Cannes. During the three years of racing, the Temple yachtsmen repeatedly won and attracted much attention from America. Soon after, an American team entered the competition with a yacht called “America” and donated a new trophy. This trophy is now known internationally as the America’s Cup.

During the Wars

During the brief period between the two world wars the big J class schooners had something of a heyday. In 1940 the RTYC clubhouse was requisitioned by the navy and named HMS Fervant, where it became an officers mess and control room for all the various naval activities in the North Foreland area. Unfortunately, after the war things were slow to recover and racing was mainly confined to small days boats such as Essex one designs and Dragons, which frequently crossed the channel to race in Ostend. During the 1950’s our regatta was known as Kent Yachting Week and by the 1970’s the name had changed to Thanet Week which incorporated dinghy sailing. The dinghy racing eventually declined but with the invention of plastic hulled yachts, our IOR rated fleet expanded and Ramsgate Week was re-launched.

A world-class location

Ramsgate is also recognised as a starting point for many record breaking attempts. Steve Fossett, a former Club member, started and finished at Ramsgate when he claimed the Round Britain record in ‘Playstation 2’; he also landed at nearby Manston (Kent International Airport) in his record breaking transatlantic flight. Dame Ellen MacArthur, also a club member, is much associated with the Club and is fondly remembered for allowing her to be raffled as a prize crew during a recent Ramsgate Week. Christian Rattell and his crew aboard ‘Duece Follie’, from Boulogne, were delighted to have Ellen sail with them in the Ramsgate Gold Cup Race.

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Queenborough Yacht Club is situated on the west side of the Isle of Sheppey and boasts deep water mooring at all states of the tide. The position of the harbour allows easy access to the Swale, River Medway and Thames Estuary. The Clubhouse is situated at 7 High Street Queenborough, very near the old causeway.

The club is open on Friday from 2pm to 8pm, Saturday evenings from 6pm to 9pm and Sunday from 12 noon to 7pm. (Please note that the club might close earlier if quiet) The bar is fully stocked with beer on tap.

We are pleased to be working with Queenborough Harbour Trust for the benefit of Queenborough.

The club house boasts shower facilities and bar. We have an active sailing calendar through the season and put on regular social events throughout the winter. Our club is a friendly family orientated club and will welcome new members who will find the club homely and the members friendly and always helpful.

Regardless if you are new to sailing or have sailed around the world you will love the sailing around our area and the rallies we go on will appeal to all levels of ability and size of yacht.

The club is a few doors up from the All Tide Landing leading from the harbour on to the High Street.

Members have exclusive use of a new 12 metre pontoon attached to the All Tide Landing.

Visiting clubs are always welcome, as are all members of the sailing fraternity. Visiting yachtsmen are welcome to use the refurbished showers for a small fee.

Queenborough Yacht Club 7 High Street Queenborough Kent ME11 5AA T: 01795 663955  [email protected]

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