Knowing that we are short of something to report, Neil has advised that he is 500 miles from home on a Padi diving course at Falmouth, he walks past the sailing club and sees signs saying it’s the FF Nationals crosses the road next to guy carrying a sailing bag who glances back and recognises a friendly face out of place.… Read full article “Small World”

As if we didn’t realise it, we can never rely on the forecast at Bass. Though there was a good breeze at the start, it was shifting and not consistent in strength, but blowing from the north gave the OD the opportunity start at 0, and then head ashore before the non forecast shower moved in!… Read full article “Paul Carruthers’ Memorial Trophy”

With the water level already at the top of the slipways, and 25mm of rain, topped up with high winds, forecast through to midnight Wednesday, it’s worth considering about the safety of your boat if it’s berthed on the foreshore. The lake is certain to rise over the next couple of days but it’s impossible to say by how much.… Read full article “Lake Level”

Rosehill Theatre and La’al Marra Productions presents the premier of Soaked on Saturday 30 September at 7.30pm followed by a post show discussion. Soaked is the new play by acclaimed local writer and actress Emma Rydal and the first play co-produced by Rosehill Theatre after the £2.7m redevelopment of the venue.… Read full article “SOAKED – The New Play by Emma Rydal”

Bassenthwaite is taking part in the Global Sailing Event ‘Barts Bash’ at 2.30pm on Saturday 16th September 2017.  I am sure you are all aware of the events history which is now in its 4th year and is the largest sailing event in the World.… Read full article “Bart’s Bash”

Time is running out to buy any photos of Bass Week as the website will close in a couple of weeks.

View/buy your photos at https://bass2017.smugmug.com/

Due to other commitments we only have one paid rescue crew available this bank holiday weekend  so we are looking for two extra volunteers if we are to do any racing this weekend.

If you can help please email Robin.

Memorabilia Evening

Calling all club members and friends who will be visiting the club over the Bank holiday weekend.… Read full article “Bank Holiday Weekend”

An interesting read about problems of roadside recovery if you're towing a boat trailer. See article

Our annual regatta starts on 5th August, though the camp site is already looking busy!

To follow what is happening, and the latest results, go to our dedicated website www.bassweek.org.uk 

Here’s some great drone footage by caterer Alan

Well done Cumbria youth sailing team on winning the Mount Haes Trophy again. It seems we need Bass sailor Ethan Dawson in order to win it.