Latest news
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
Racing update
Alongside all the junior activities and RYA adult and junior training currently ongoing, the 2026 racing programme continues to excite the club racers! Sailing secretary Simon Dolman commented after the Sunday races: The current set of race series continues to be fantastic, with some truly great competitive sailing and plenty of good-natured debate about racing "manoeuvres" after the racing — exactly as it should be! It has also been wonderful to see some More »
1 Jun 2026
Sunday racing
Sunday 17th May - another lively 3 race programme. Sailing Secretary Simon Dolman was there: Well done today, everyone — there was some great competitive sailing across all three races! A huge thank you to everyone who helped out on duty and especially to Sara for stepping in at very late notice as safety boat crew, despite already being at the requested volunteer quota of five duties. Your support is hugely appreciated Sara! More »
17 May 2026
Crew Finder
Upcoming events
| Jun 12 |
18:30 - Friday Social SailingSocial Friday evening sailing. Normally a safety boat will be |
| Jun 13 |
09:00 - Work PartyMonthly club working party, please come down and lend a |
| Jun 13 |
09:00 - Adult RYA level 1/2 training s…Adult RYA training… Training opportunities are coming along like |
| Jun 13 |
14:00 - Junior Session » All juniors to be accompanied…One of the top priorities for the club in 2026 |
| Jun 14 |
10:30 - Spring Series Race 13 & 14, Sp…Race Officer Jonathon E Assist Race Officer |
| Jun 14 |
13:30 - VI SailingSafety boat cover needed x2, plus experienced helms and general |
| 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 |
