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With a black sky and thunder & lightning there was doubt as to whether the race would be held.  But the storm missed Bass and twelve boats lined up for the start.

Sue & Alan picked up the port bias and were first away.… Read full article “Ladies, Crews, Junior and Seniors Race”

It is with great sadness that we have learned of the death of Eddie Ramsden on 23 July. Eddie and his wife have been regular visitors to the club over many years, and more recently became members. He was heavily involved with the RYA and regularly brought his expertise into play at club events.… Read full article “Sad News”

It is with sadness that we have learned of the death of John Dawson at the age of 98, father of rear commodore Robin.

Many longer standing members will know of John who was an active member for many years, both on and off the water.… Read full article “Sad News”

It was dry but chilly with a NW wind.  The OD set a different course of 1-0-B-4 and 20 boats took the start.  Mark’s RS100 was first down the beat and continued to extend its lead.  Val & Ken’s GP, incognito with a white Kite, were next up followed by James & Jenny’s L2000 having re-rigged from Ullswater and the second GP of Joan & Jack.… Read full article “Night Jar 12 – 11 July 19”

A drab, light westerly evening started serenely enough, But, when the Thursday evening Bates driver decided to launch the Rib it became highly entertaining as he ended up waist deep in the water! Luckily the combined skills of Ken, Keith, Tog and others were able to get things on a drier footing and racing started albeit around 30 mins late.… Read full article “Night Jar 11 – 4 July 19”

A cloudless and very warm day brought virtually all the Thursday regulars to the Club with the intention of cooling down out on the water.  But they found a brisk southerly with the wind rattling rigs.  Some opted to give it a miss with Emma, for one, taking to safety.… Read full article “Night Jar 10 – 27 June 19”

We are delighted to learn of the birth of Saskia Florence, first born daughter for Alex and Olivia, on 24 June.

We send our best wishes and congratulations to mum and dad, grandma Caroline, and great grandma Beryl, not to forget granduncle Robin, grandaunt Becky, and first cousins Ethan, Erin and Amber!

Good weather on Thursday resulted in 19 sailors taking to the water for the 7 pm race in the Night Jar Series. Mark Somerville won on fleet handicap and James and Jenny MacGregor won on personal handicap.

The overall series leaders remain as John Reekie and young Matthew Somerville.… Read full article “Night Jar”