A large number of members took the opportunity of a decent weather forecast to bring Caravans and Tents to our wonderful Club for the long weekends sailing events. A group of our Ladies decided a trip to the nearby Lakes Distllery was a better option than taking part in racing.… Read full article “Late May BH Weekend”

Not so nice an evening last Thursday with overcast sky and a cold SW medium wind. However, sixteen boats took to the water.

The OD didn’t want to risk the wind shadow at 9 so B was moved downwind of it resulting in a short triangle of B-A-3 plus an interesting offset line making it hard to judge the beat from 3 to Y/Z.… Read full article “Night Jar 4”

A small but select group of sailors took to the water on Sunday morning to take part in the Blencathra Trophy long series for Flying Fifteens. The wind was still strong and gusty predominately from a Westerly direction. Mike & Kayla won from Tim and Ian with Alan and Sue in 3rd.… Read full article “Sunday’s BL 3 & postponed Calvert Trust Pennant Sandra’s Salver 2.”

The day started with Neil, Mike & Jim teaching some  of our younger and keener members in Mirrors and Toppers.  It was great to see those who had come along for “Push the Boat Out” last weekend returning to learn and take part.… Read full article “MG 9 & 10 etc.  Saturday 16th May. What a Day!!”

Thursday was another great evening for racing.   A brisk but constant easterly wind gave a start upwind of zero and a course of 4-3-1-0.

With 19 boats bunching on a short line a general recall was just avoided although Ethan was squeezed over.… Read full article “Night Jar 3 – An Evening of Sun, Wind, Good Food and Conversation.”

The Calvert Trust Pennant & second event in Sandra’s Salver were abandoned last weekend due to strong winds, we have rescheduled them to this Sunday 17th May in place of BL4 etc.