Congratulations to Mark Ninnim and Emma Powell following their recent runaway success at the Scottish area championships which were held at Berwick. Four straight wins – what else could anyone wish for? Well done!
Credit Where Credit’s Due
We are delighted to advise that following a nomination by the club, Herb Telford is to be awarded the RYA’s Community Award for Lifetime Commitment.
Over the past 30 years Herb has been on Committee of Cumbria CC Schools Training Centre, a senior member of NSSA Regatta Organising Team in mid 1980’s.… Read full article “Credit Where Credit’s Due”
Jack Lawson
It with sadness that we have been informed that long time member Jack Lawson passed away peacefully after a long illness. Jack was a highly competitive sailor in both the GP and Flying 15 fleets as well as enjoying skiing and golfing.… Read full article “Jack Lawson”
A Sailor’s Tale
I would just like to take this opportunity to thank a couple of people from your sailing club. I arrived on Saturday afternoon (24/06) to gather some information regarding membership, joining fees etc. I got talking to a lady called Jane Hall & a young fella called Philip Hodgkins.… Read full article “A Sailor’s Tale”
The Luck of the Irish!
You may recall being given the opportunity to win an RS200, by buying raffle tickets to support West Riding Sailing Club’s fire fund. The first person to come forward was Nigel Lewis – he felt obliged to support the sailing club which his daughter Wendy uses at University.… Read full article “The Luck of the Irish!”
Congratulations
Sailing was a little quiet at the club on Saturday due to Mark and Kirsty’s wedding celebrations. Here’s a pic of the happy couple
Of course, hats always come out at weddings, so you won’t be surprised by the following. What we really need to know is what part of the body the ring is for!… Read full article “Congratulations”
Eye of the Storm
After a week of wind and floods, many boats have been removed from site for safe storage or repair!
As you can see from the webcam, Sunday started with a fantastic mist that was lit by the morning sun. In fact the glorious weather continued all day, but without wind, and consequently without racing.… Read full article “Eye of the Storm”
Double Congratulations
Congratulations to Steve and Victoria Vaughan on the recent birth of twins – playmates for William and Olivia!
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Congratulations to Andy and Emma on the birth of their (first) daughter Katia Rose who weighed in at 6lb 15oz at 4:30am on 27th September. Dad’s elated, mother and baby doing well!
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Brain Cell on Offer!
At Ullswater YC’s RS open meeting on Saturday, three members ventured down to brave some strong winds only to sit in the eye of the storm all day. The wind came and went from time to time, and the short races meant that, generally, it was important to get it right at an early stage.… Read full article “Brain Cell on Offer!”