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VI Sailors at Shotwick
After the wild and gusty Saturday, today brought perfect conditions for one of the regular VI Sailing Sessions. Two VI sailors took to the lake with Paul Maltby and Paul Edge in two of the club Hansa Access dinghies, specially adapted to enable disabled sailors to get out on the water. Paul Edge regularly competes in a Hansa dinghy in Shotwick Lake racing series. Jeremy Cooper accompanied a sighted volunteer helm in a club More »
14 Jun 2026
A Busy Saturday
Another successful work party was held on Saturday morning (13th June). But that was not all that was happening at Shotwick Lake yesterday. The current RYA level 1/2 course members were also out on the lake under the expert eye of senior instructor Chris Snow and his team. The weather was a challenge with high winds and impressive gusts, but that didnt stop the course members using the newly donated RS Vision for some impressive More »
14 Jun 2026
Series Close
Time flies when you are having fun! And the current three racing series are coming to the end. Racing secretary Simon Dolman sums things up as we head into the final races: As we bring the Spring Series, Summer Afternoon Handicap and Windward Twilight Series to a close, I would like to take the opportunity to reflect on what has been a fantastic period of racing and to thank everyone who has contributed to More »
11 Jun 2026
Commodore newsletter - June 2026
The first Commodore newsletter was published at the start if the month. It was circulated to members by email but here is a copy. It has been a busy start to the season! More »
10 Jun 2026
VI Sailing
Volunteers required! VI Sailing is confirmed for this Sunday 14th June (weather permitting). At the moment there are 4 VI sailors confirmed. We need willing volunteers to help to run these sessions: 2 safety boat helms and 2 crew, 4 dinghy helms (Hansa or Wanderer), 3 shore-based support. Please contact Jeremy to confirm you can help. Shotwick Lake Sailing is a great supporter of the Visually Impaired (VI) community, More »
10 Jun 2026
Can you beat the Stig?
Open to all members, not just the racers. One timed circuit of the lake could see you on the top of the leader board for the fastest lap competition. Feel you are quicker than your race results might indicate? Think youre an expert strong wind sailor? Or do you just fancy a challenge? Then this one is for you. One lap of the lake, timed by an independent witness is all you need. Entry More »
4 Jun 2026
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Upcoming events
| Jun 17 |
19:00 - Leeward Twilight Series - Race…Race Officer David C Assist Race Officer |
| Jun 19 |
18:30 - Friday Social SailingSocial Friday evening sailing. Normally a safety boat will be |
| Jun 20 |
09:00 - Adult RYA level 1/2 training s…Adult RYA training… Training opportunities are coming along like |
| Jun 21 |
10:30 - Summer Series Race 1 & 2, Summ…Race Officer Paul M Assist Race Officer |
| Jun 21 |
13:30 - VI SailingSafety boat cover needed x2, plus experienced helms and general |
| Jun 24 |
19:00 - Leeward Twilight Series - Race…Race Officer Conrad B Assist Race Officer |
| Jun 26 |
18:30 - Friday Social SailingSocial Friday evening sailing. Normally a safety boat will be |
| Jun 27 |
14:00 - Junior Session » All juniors to be accompanied…One of the top priorities for the club in 2026 |
| Jun 28 |
10:30 - June RegattaRace Officer Jonathan E Assist Race Officer |
| Jul 1 |
19:00 - Leeward Twilight Series - Race…Race Officer Colin H Assist Race Officer |
