Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club Official Corporate Brochure 2013

Official Brochure 2013

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Contents

Welcome.....................................4 History........................................6 Champions and Olympians......11 Racing......................................12 Cruising....................................15 The Marina................................16 The Clubhouse.........................19 Accommodation.......................21

Fine Dining...............................23 Conferences and Room Hire......25 Weddings and Functions.........28 Social Events............................31 RYA Training Centre.................33 Safety and Training..................35 Becoming a Member................42 Reciprocal Arrangements........45

Visitors and Guests..................47 How to find Us..........................49 Contact Us................................50

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Welcome

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elcome to the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club. This is the most easterly and one of the oldest established yacht clubs in the United Kingdom. We are located in the heart of the seaside town of Lowestoft; our Marina could not be more centrally placed for visiting the area with its many attractions and facilities.

Since the inauguration of the RN&SYC in 1859, we have hosted regattas for different classes of yachts and dinghies ranging from tiny dinghies favoured by youngsters of today up to huge, turn-of-the-century, racing yachts. We are pleased to have played host to many Championship Weeks and Regattas and look forward to hosting many more.

Our unique Edwardian Clubhouse, a Grade II Star Listed Building, overlooks our own marina, and has outstanding sea views. The Clubhouse offers spacious bars, an excellent dining room and informal dining areas together with bedroom accommodation. We also have other rooms suitable for private meetings or small dinner parties. The Clubhouse is a prestigious venue for a special function or wedding reception.

We are proud of our year round social programme and our summer series of racing, cruising and regattas. Indeed, we offer a staggering array of both formal and informal activities throughout the year from our prestigious Summer Ball and the black-tie celebration of Trafalgar Night to less formal Club Suppers, Speaker Evenings and Quiz Nights.

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The Club is a Royal Yachting Association Training Centre and we regularly hold courses for Club Members and their friends each year. The courses offered include Basic Navigation, Day Skipper up to the various levels of Power Boat courses. Our Training Principal can tailor most courses to suit the requirements of particular groups and individuals.

There will always be a warm welcome extended to visiting yachtsmen and women, whether you arrive as part of a fleet, as part of a race from another port, as part of a regatta or if you want to visit on your own for just a few days. Our Staff will be on hand to find you a berth, direct you to the showers, ply you with food and drink and help with any repairs that you may need.

The Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club is delighted to welcome new members. We offer a number of categories of membership and are always pleased to talk to prospective members. Many of these may be established sailors but we are also happy to hear from those who have an interest in, as we say at the Club, ‘all things nautical’. Prospective members can be proposed and seconded by existing members or otherwise interviewed for membership by two members of our Management Committee.

We are always interested in keeping in touch with the business world and offer a special Corporate Category of membership.

We particularly welcome young people and families.

The Commodore and Flag Officers look forward to welcoming you to the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club.

The Commodore.

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History

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he Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club was founded in April 1859 at The Maids Head Hotel in Norwich when a number of “boating gentlemen” met to discuss the formation of a club. In its inaugural year the Club established an entry fee of two guineas and an annual subscription of one guinea and, as well as electing the first Commodore, appointed a Sailing Committee with representatives from Great Yarmouth and the Rivers Bure, Yare and Waveney.

Many of the sailing fixtures initially organised by that Sailing Committee and which took place at Wroxham and Oulton Broad, remain largely unchanged to this day.

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The Club’s first burgee was a white triangular flag with a blue border bearing the red cross of St George. In 1867, when the Prince of Wales became patron of the Club, the burgee became a white flag with blue Prince of Wales feathers. In 1869 members thought that a red background with white feathers looked better and this style of burgee has remained ever since. The Club’s first ensign was white with a red St. George’s cross on the fly but infringements meant the Club was forced to change it to a defaced red ensign with the Prince of Wales feathers on the fly.

In 1898, when the Club was granted its Royal Warrant, the Prince of Wales feathers were surmounted with a crown; the ensign that remains today.

At a meeting in June 1884 it was decided that a clubhouse was required. Land was leased from the Great Eastern Railway and a single storey building, designed by Edward Boardman was built in 1886.

The Clubhouse quickly proved too small, however, and, following a design competition, renowned architect George Skipper’s butterfly, or ‘X’ design, was selected. Following negotiation with Lord Claud Hamilton who funded the building, the current Clubhouse was formally opened on 11th July 1903 by Lord Hamilton himself.

In 1908 King Edward VII formalised the Royal Warrant, backdating it to the original issue date of 1898 and presented the Club with his signed photograph, which hangs in the Dining Room today. The Club is honoured to have received various royal visitors since that occasion; the latest visit being from The Princess Royal to celebrate the Club’s 150th Anniversary.

In 1998 a grant was secured for a marina, which has become a central feature of the Club and, in partnership with Waveney and Oulton Broad Yacht Club, we have achieved recognition as an RYA/Volvo Centre of Excellence for sail training.

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We are able to provide advice to our clients to ensure their individual requirements are met. In all aspects of work undertaken we take pride in using our experience to successfully complete every project, whilst maintaining a clean and safe work site. We endeavour to deliver the highest quality work on time and within budget. We offer a wide variety of building services everything from small repairs and maintenance to new builds and large extensions.

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Managing Director - Glenn Fletcher Contact Tel: 07981380235 Managing Director - Mark Stebbings Contact Tel: 07988796912

History (continued)

In 2009 the Club with great pride and honour celebrated its 150th Anniversary. A reception and supper was held at the Maids Head Hotel in Norwich, commemorating the first meeting held at the same hotel in 1859. Sir Timothy Colman, Lord Lieutenant of Norfolk, took the salute at a formal sail past on Lake Lothing in June.

Interestingly, although the Club has its feet in the sea, many members still enjoy racing and sailing on the Broads. For more than 150 years, generations of Members have ensured that their Royal Club continues to preserve its tradition, whilst embracing the necessary changes through the advent of time.

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Champions and Olympians

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hroughout the history of the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club we are proud to list numerous Olympic and National Champions, putting us firmly on the map as a club built to succeed.

One of our most famous champions is Chris Boardman. Racing in the 1936 Olympics in Germany, Boardman and his team failed to win any of the races in their 6-metre yacht Lalage but, as a result of a consistent performance, won the gold medal. In 1948 the first post-war Olympics were held in Great Britain. Stewart Morris, a prominent member of the Club, sailed a Swallow to win gold for Great Britain, while a previous member of the Club’s International 14 team, Charles Currey, won a silver medal in the Firefly class.

The Club began a successful period in the 1970s with Nick Truman sailing Titan, crewed by Paddy Hardiman and Peter Woods, winning the Dragon Gold Cup in 1974. Seven years later, when sailing Tertius, this team won the Edinburgh Cup and Nick became the first Englishman to win both trophies.

The Star National Championships was won in 1972 by Anthony Knights. The Squib National Championships have been won by Bryan and Jenny Riley, Lloyd Crisp with Chris Pank and Jimmy Tubby with David Gale. Owen Delany and Mark Duffield have been runners up on numerous occasions. Jimmy Tubby and his crew also have won the 707 National Championships. The Club has much of which to be proud!

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Racing

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acing remains a key activity at the RN&SYC as it has done ever since our foundation in 1859. The Club has a long tradition of hosting major sailing events including class championships at regional, national and international level. The Club has a wealth of experience to bring to regatta and race championships, as well as a pool of skilled race officers and support teams on which to draw when managing these events.

For the hardy souls who enjoy racing whatever the weather or the temperature, the Club racing year starts in early May when the local Squib fleet run a series of practice races in preparation

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for their National Championships. The season concludes in September with an end-of-season rally to Southwold and back for the Phil Back Trophy.

The Challenge Cup, first competed for in 1860, still features on the Racing Calendar. It is open to members with qualifying keelboats and is sailed over a course, the limits of which depend on the courage of the Race Officer! The two main Club events are June Regatta, a four-race series held over two days, with boats counting their three best results to determine the overall winner, and Sea Week, held in August, with ten races over five days. Boats can compete in a morning and an afternoon series.

As with all people who enjoy outdoor pursuits, the clocks going forward in Spring provides a big morale boost to Members of the Club and the longer days mean more available daylight, which signals the beginning of our Tuesday evening racing. We can arrange to start you or to time you in if you are planning an offshore race from or to Lowestoft. When the race is over for the day, you will enjoy a warm welcome and friendly, informal atmosphere in our unique Clubhouse. Clubs from The Netherlands race to the RN&SYC at least three times a year and, after a challenging sail, our Dutch friends always enjoy the hospitality of our Club.

We also have two excellent racing areas immediately close to the Club. The South Beach, immediately adjacent to the Clubhouse, provides easy beach launching to a racing area south of the Harbour entrance, while the other race area is north of the Harbour and provides the excitement of sailing around the most easterly point in Great Britain.

Launching boats in the Club’s Marina is easy with a 2 tonne capacity crane and a slipway is available. With the option of plenty of racing taking place from early summer through to midSeptember, you will see that there is truly enough to keep you happily occupied.

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• Comprehensive Valeting Services Telephone:

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Cruising

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niquely, the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club can boast not only a sheltered marina in one of the East Coast’s few deep-water all-weather harbours but also easy access to some very special inland waterways, the southern Broads.

As befits a gateway to the Broads with unrestricted access to the sea, cruising at the RN&SYC encompasses everything from pottering on the Norfolk & Suffolk rivers to exploring the coasts and waterways of Europe, tackling the Atlantic circuit or sailing around the world. Weather permitting both motor and sailing cruisers are invited to join a Shakedown Cruise at the beginning of the season and a number of cruising activities are also planned throughout the season. Longer cruises are organised in addition to being invited to cruise in company with other clubs from both the UK and Holland. We find we have much in common with yacht clubs in The Netherlands, our closest neighbours across the North Sea.

The Club’s outstanding location on the Suffolk coastline offers easy cruising along the East Coast as well as being in close proximity to Norwich, Southwold, Great Yarmouth, the Waveney Valley and Broadland.

A popular day trip is to visit Scroby Sands where, observed by the seals, members enjoy a picnic and a stroll, or a game of cricket orrounders – sometimes curtailed by the incoming tide!

Power or sail, there are opportunities for everyone to enjoy their own particular waterborne activity. Recently, there has been an emerging interest in RIB ownership and we have a growing fleet which enjoys social cruises, developing their boat-handling skills and assisting with competitive events.

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The Marina

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he Club’s Marina is located in Lowestoft Harbour, with our Clubhouse adjacent to the members’ and visitors’ berths. There are 60 fully-serviced pontoon berths for members with additional fully-serviced berths available for use by visiting yachts. Fresh water and mains electricity are provided on the pontoons.

On shore, the Clubhouse facilities are open 24 hours a day and include showers, toilets and a laundrette allowing those who have been on the water the opportunity to freshen up or

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clean their gear at whatever time they arrive. Club Staff are on hand from 08:00 to 18:00 most days to assist boat owners and dispense fuel.

A crane is available to lift boats of up to two tonnes in and out of the Marina. This facility is free of charge to members and training is provided for those who wish to take advantage of it.

A slipway is also available to launch and retrieve boats into and out of the Marina

Twice a year a mobile crane is hired to lift cruising boats out of and into the Marina if their owners wish to maintain them on our hard standing during the winter months.The Club has a variety of cradles on which to rest the boats while they are out of the water.

The Club supports Sailability, an initiative which encourages disabled people to enjoy the thrills of sailing and, to this end, a hoist is available on the pontoons to assist them into and out of their boats.

Free Wi-Fi is available in the Marina for use by all sailors.

There is also a computer terminal connected to the internet available within the Clubhouse.

Members and visitors are asked to help maintain a safe, clean and pleasant environment both in the Marina and at sea, while they are also expected to show consideration to other Marina users and to treat the facilities with respect.

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• Competitive brokerage rates and comprehensive storage packages.

• Experienced staff on hand to guide you through the buying or selling process

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The Clubhouse

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necessary facilities for the visiting yachtsman and yachtswoman.

The Office and Reception can be found in the Rotunda, featuring a lantern shaft that extends all the way to the ‘Gods’, as affectionately known, three floors above.

Inside, the spacious and versatile accommodation comprises, inter alia, bars, dining room, sun lounge, training and conference facilities, bedrooms, changing rooms, showers and all the

Throughout the building there are various Arts and Crafts influenced arches and circular windows and the décor is in keeping with this period. Upstairs can be found a quiet area with sofas, chairs and a door leading to the balcony overlooking the Marina. There is also a full-sized billiard table for use by members and visitors.

he Clubhouse is over 100 hundred years old and is a stunning example of architecture dating back to the beginning of the 20th Century. The building is Grade II Star listed and is as impressive on the inside as it appears from the outside. The domed copper cupola is surmounted with a Galleon wind vane, a well-known local landmark.

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Accommodation

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hether you are looking to enjoy one of our social occasions, compete in a race or spend a relaxing weekend away, whatever your reason to visit the RN&SYC, our traditional Clubhouse can provide accommodation together with a full English or Continental breakfast to make your visit stress-free.

With eight comfortable bedrooms upstairs as well as a quiet seating area with views from the balcony overlooking the Marina, our facilities are peaceful and relaxing.

The bedrooms are often in high demand and are fully booked well in advance of any regattas, race meetings or championships.

Should you require alternative accommodation, our Staff will be pleased to assist you.

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We provide a Liferaft Hire Service for both Commercial and Leisure. Short or Long Term Hire Agreements for Liferafts, Life Jackets and Suits, at competitive prices.

Our premises are MCA, USCG and Manufacturer approved.

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Fine Dining

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he Dining Room is a delightful setting in which to experience delicious, locally-sourced and imaginatively-cooked menus. The food, staff and atmosphere combine to provide members and their guests with a dining experience that can only be found in an exclusive establishment. If you wish, a more intimate experience can be enjoyed in our private dining facilities upstairs.

sunny alternative for eating in We also have two bars, one only, offering a wide selection real ale and lagers, as well as

a more casual ambience. of which is for members of wines and champagne, a full range of soft drinks.

We can arrange special functions for visiting fleets when they have an organised rally. If you want a more exclusive place for a special function we can turn the upstairs Conference Room into a private dining room.

Our resident Head Chef is well known locally for his outstanding and thoughtful cooking, which can be enjoyed morning, noon and night in the Clubhouse. The Club makes good use of the dining facilities and has a special Sunday Lunch selection that is eagerly anticipated and well received.

Glowing compliments are often received for our hospitality from visitors and guests and we continue to extend a warm welcome to anyone who wants to visit or to become a member. We work hard to maintain our reputation.

If you are looking for something less formal but equally tasty, then our bistro-style Sun Lounge offers a light and

Discuss your requirements with us and we will do everything we can to accommodate them.

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Conferences and Room Hire

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he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club offers excellent facilities for conferences and meetings for 20 / 30 people, with or without catering. It is a fact that business is more productive in a relaxing ambience, away from the distractions of the office. The Conference Room is situated on the first floor of our Clubhouse, with views over the yacht basin and out to sea. Our Training Room, on the ground floor, offers seminar-style work space for groups of up to 12.

The charm of our historic Clubhouse, friendly and capable staff, first-class catering and up-to-date technical facilities will put your delegates at ease and ensure that your day runs smoothly, leaving you to concentrate on the business at hand. The Dining Room is large enough to seat up to 80 people comfortably and caters for every requirement from formal dinners to quiet luncheons. Full restaurant service with seasonal ‘a lá carte’ dining is available and you can see a sample menu on our website.

Conferences, functions and meetings can be tailored to suit your needs, including catering and overnight accommodation, if required. All events can be supported with internet connection, overhead projection, computer, a whiteboard, flip charts and pens as well as video and DVD projection.

The bistro-style Sun Lounge, which provides excellent views over the Yacht Basin and Harbour, together with the Silver Bar, are also available to support your event.

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Weddings and Functions

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f you are planning a special occasion, you will find that the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club offers a spectacular venue. Our excellent catering and service, is guaranteed to make your event a success. With such a fascinating aquatic backdrop we are confident that you will enjoy some wonderful, lasting memories in a unique setting.

We pride ourselves on taking great care and giving full attention to detail for all events at the Club. Our experienced Staff can cater for any occasion and will work with you to ensure that your event

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is a success. Our resident Head Chef has created an outstanding range of menu suggestions for you to choose from whether you are looking for a formal sit-down meal or a hot and cold finger or fork buffet. He is always pleased to discuss menu choices.

If you are planning a reception, we appreciate that your wedding is one of the most special days of your life and we will make sure that it is. We think you will be impressed by our thoroughness and thoughtful extra touches that make all the difference.

Individual modes of transport can be arranged to suit any taste, or similar.

Our friendly staff is on hand to ensure your event runs successfully and they will offer the highest level of service. Amongst the functions we cater for on a regular basis are:

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Anniversaries Birthdays Breakfast meetings Business luncheons Private parties Weddings

To discuss your requirements please make an appointment with our Events CoOrdinator. Details of facilities can also be viewed on our website.

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he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club has an active and forward-thinking Social Committee that organises a full programme of events throughout the year. These range from black-tie dinners, through festive events to talks, cookery demonstrations and quizzes.

Every month has a theme night with a special menu.

always do their very best to accommodate the varied tastes within the Club’s membership.

The Social Committee members are always pleased to receive suggestions regarding the entertainment they provide and will

Look out for updates on forthcoming events and activities on our website.

As a complement to our full calendar of racing and sailing events, social occasions are held when the emphasis is very much on fun and enjoyment.

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Keel Boat Sailing courses on the Norfolk Broads Start Sailing Level 1 Basic Sailing Level 2 Better Sailing Level 3 Seamanship Skills Day Sailing Shore Based Day Skipper ICC Assessments

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he RN&SYC is an accredited Royal Yachting Association Training Centre, offering a range of theory courses including Day Skipper, Coastal Skipper and Yachtmaster, as well as theoretical and practical powerboat qualifications.

Courses are selected to support the Club’s sailing activities and to satisfy our objective to promote sailing and to develop boathandling expertise. We also provide a number of courses that are orientated towards our cruising members, including CEVNI assessments, together with the internationally recognised ICC

assessments for both sail and motor cruises, qualifications that are mandatory for most European inland waters.

The bottom line? There is a course for everyone, and where better to learn than in the relaxed, supportive environment of the RN&SYC. Details of the range of courses we offer can be found on the following pages. For details of specific dates and the current course programme, please visit our website.

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he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club offers training for power-boating, yachting and a range of shore-based courses to gain qualifications to increase both the practical and theoretical knowledge of those who want to go to sea either in a professional or amateur capacity and to enhance their safety while at sea.

The Training Centre is located within the Clubhouse at Royal Plain, Lowestoft, while training craft are moored in our Marina, within five minutes of the Harbour mouth and the sea. All requirements are catered for at the Club with the training being complemented by our dining facilities, a bar serving drinks and snacks, and accommodation within the building.

Shore-based Courses A wide range of the Royal Yachting Association shore-based courses are offered in our dedicated Training Room. Here is just a brief synopsis of the type of courses available, full details of each individual course syllabus can be found by visiting our website: RYA VHF SRC DSCRadio Short Range Certificate and Examination – A one-day course for anyone who owns a fixed or hand-held marine VHF radio, followed by a short written test.

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Basic Navigation & Safety – A two-day course giving an introduction to navigation and safety awareness for new, inexperienced or rusty sailors.

RYA Day Skipper – A comprehensive introduction for inexperienced skippers taught over 40 hours. This course equips you with enough knowledge to navigate around familiar waters by day. A basic knowledge of navigation lights is also included to introduce you to night cruising.

RYA Coastal Skipper – Advanced training for more experienced skippers building on the Day Skipper course. This course equips you to navigate safely on coastal and offshore passages.

It allows some time for revision of the basics and then moves on to advanced navigation techniques.

RYA Essential Navigation and Seamanship – This course offers a great introduction to navigation and safety awareness for new, inexperienced or rusty skippers and crew. It is for anyone interested in sailing, motor boating, sea angling or diving, and works well in complementing our on-the-water training, such as the Powerboat Level 2, Start Yachting and Helmsman courses.

International Certificate of Competency (Motor & Sail) – This course is useful for any British boaters planning an overseas trip. If a boat owner requires proof of competency when visiting another European Country, the ICC will suffice and can also be useful for people wishing to charter.

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Safety and Training (continued)

RYA Powerboat Level 1 – This course is an introduction to boating techniques for launching and recovering a boat from a road trailer, everyday boat handling and the use of safety equipment. This is a one-day course. It can be taken alone or may be integrated into the two-day Level 2 course.

RYA Powerboat Level 2 – This two-day course provides the skills and background knowledge to drive a powerboat and is the basis of the International Certificate of Competence.

The course may be conducted in a variety of boat types, both planing and displacement, and a certificate will be issued on completion. At the RN&SYC, the course normally incorporates a Tidal Endorsement.

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PARKERS FORMAL HIRE FORMAL WEAR Established 1997

Menswear for special occasions Probably the biggest & best choice of formal wear in East Anglia!

Full size range from page boys to mens king size kept in stock in most ranges.

Stockists of morning wear, lounge suits, evening wear, highland wear, waistcoats, all types of neck wear for men or boys.

Suits to hire or to purchase Find us at: Kirkley Hall 157-159 London Road South Lowestoft Suffolk NR33 0DP

Opening hours: 9am - 5pm Monday to Saturday Closed on Tuesday’s Appointments advisable on Saturdays

Tel: 01502 585988 Visit our website at: www.parkersformalwear.co.uk Email us: info@parkersformalwear.co.uk

Safety and Training (continued)

RYA Powerboat Intermediate Navigation Course This course provides the skills and background knowledge needed for day cruising. It covers piloting, navigation, fuel and engine checks, as well as the handling and manoeuvres of powerboats.

Additional or repeat courses will be added if there is a demand and space within the programme, so please do register your interest, even if you have just missed the course of interest.

Suggestions for additional courses are also welcome. If you wish to book a place on any of these courses, please contact our office by telephone or e-mail.

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Becoming a Member

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he RN&SYC offers a wide range of facilities for waterborne sports. It does not matter, if you are young or old, single, a student or a family we have something to interest everybody and new members are always welcome.

We hold Open Days at various times when you are invited to come and discover what the Yacht Club has to offer. In addition,

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anyone who is interested in becoming a member is welcome to visit to look around and have a chat.

Our membership rates are highly competitive when judged against comparable yacht clubs. Potential members should ideally be proposed and seconded by existing members but, for those unable to provide this sponsorship, an interview can

be arranged. All applications are assessed by the Management Committee.

For those who live or who move overseas we can offer Overseas Membership, details of which can be supplied on application.

Various classes of membership are available to suit any applicant; these include single memberships, as well as family memberships, which cover partners and any number of children up to 18 or still in full-time education.

If you would like to pay us a visit, then refer to the ‘How to Find Us’, page 49, towards the back of this brochure and drop in at any time, when there is bound to be someone who can tell you all about the Club. If you would like a guided tour, then contact our Club Manager. We look forward to seeing you!

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Waveney McKenna is a highly respected firm of financial advisers providing a comprehensive service with a clearly defined approach to financial planning. We are part of the Waveney Group of companies and have offices in Norwich, Peterborough and Lowestoft.

We provide professional and expert advice in the following: WEALTH CREATION and PRESERVATION FAMILY PROTECTION TAX PLANNING RETIREMENT PLANNING BUSINESS SUCCESSION We always recommend that you take advice before taking any actions regarding your financial arrangements.

CONTACT US:

Visit our website at www.waveneymckenna.co.uk

call us on 01603 306976 or email julie@waveneymckenna.co.uk

Beautifully Refurbished Fine Dining at Carlton Manor You’ll love the atmosphere in our De-Mure Restaurant, where you’ll experience exquisite dishes created by our awardwinning chef Ray Maddox and fine wines carefully chosen by the management team.

You can also enjoy a glass of bubbly and a bite to eat in our Champagne Bar and Brasserie.

Make your Dream Wedding a Reality Whether you want a traditional wedding or something out of the ordinary, our experienced team will help you prepare every detail of your special day at the stunningly refurbished Carlton Manor Hotel.

Carlton Manor Chapel Road, Carlton Colville, Lowestoft NR33 8BL t: 01502 560567 e: info@carltonmanorhotel.com

Waveney McKenna Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority, but not all of the products and services mentioned in this advertisement may be so regulated.

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coast, including the Isle of Wight, the centre of London, East Anglia, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales. We also have reciprocal arrangements with Royal Yacht Clubs in Australia, Bermuda, Canada, India, New Zealand and Norway.

Some of the clubs with which we enjoy this arrangement include Royal Yacht Clubs in the south-west of England, along the south

So, if you like travelling, your membership of the RN&SYC will allow you to enjoy the pleasures of other exclusive clubs in many other parts of the world.

he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club enjoys reciprocal arrangements with a number of prestigious clubs, both within Great Britain and internationally.

Our reciprocal agreements grant our members access to the facilities of other clubs and, in some cases, special discounts on accommodation and mooring.

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Visitors and Guests

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he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club extends a warm welcome to visiting yachtsmen, members of other yacht clubs and members’ guests. Members are allowed to bring their guests into the Club to enjoy our views, social events and cuisine. All visitors and guests are requested to sign the Visitors Book in the Club’s Reception.

More frequent visitors will be invited to become a member in their own right or, if a spouse or partner likes the thought of a secluded place to rest, dine or meet friends, the member can upgrade to Family Membership. We are a family-friendly club and children are always welcome, although regretfully, pets are not permitted in the Clubhouse.

Sailors visiting the Marina automatically become Temporary Members of the Club and are encouraged to make full use of our facilities as well as joining in with our various social, cruising and racing activities. Simply come and say hello at the bar where you will invariably find a friendly face to talk to.

Visitors, members and their guests are expected to wear at least “smart casual” dress when eating in the Dining Room. Our Staff are always happy to advise on suitable attire.

Arrangements can also be made to allow temporary membership for those staying locally for a period of time, in accordance with Club’s rules.

The sailing community is naturally a very friendly fraternity and we are confident that the reception you receive at the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club will be sincere and warm.

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NICHOLSONS SOLICITORS

Expert legal advice for all your personal and business needs Nicholsons Solicitors are delighted to support and be members of the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club.

We are an independent law firm and can trace our roots back to the late nineteenth Century when the practice was based in The Marina, Lowestoft.

We continue to be committed to providing first class specialist legal advice from where our clients live and where their businesses are based.

Our services include:

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• Company & Business Services • Corporate & Personal Insolvency • Litigation & Dispute Resolution

• Wills, Probate & Trusts • Family & Relationships • Care of the Elderly

Employment Commercial & Residential Property Debt Recovery Tax Planning

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Floor Renovations will supply and install all types of resin floor systems and carry out all necessary sub floor treatments. Our knowledge and experience covers 30 years of specification and installation over a wide range of commercial and domestic projects.

Our products are best suited to the food and pharmaceutical industry where seamless, hygienic and chemically resistant flooring is essential. Certain types of resin flooring are now common place in the domestic environment as an alternative.

We specialise in Epoxy and Polyurethane flooring systems including systems supplied by Resdev, Ardex UK, Resin Building Products and Altro.

We also supply and install all types of Altro, Polyflor vinyls, including safety flooring for wet rooms, linoleum, rubber, carpet and carpet tiles.

We can also provide a floor cleaning service to revitalise your existing bonded vinyls.

Our business has been built on recommendation and prides itself on customer service.

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How to Find Us

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he Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club is Britain’s most easterly club in close proximity to Norwich, Southwold, Great Yarmouth, the Waveney Valley and Broadland.

of 2 hours and 45 minutes. From the station, turn right on to Station Square and walk across the bridge. The Clubhouse is on the left directly after the bridge.

To find us:

By Boat – Those coming by boat should call Lowestoft Harbour on VHF Channel 14 for permission to enter the Harbour. The Club Marina is on the south side of the Harbour and can be contacted on VHF Channel 80 to request a visitor’s berth.

By Car – Those coming by road may find that their Sat Navs take them to the north side of the bridge instead of the south side when using the Club postcode.

By Rail – The nearest railway station is Lowestoft, with regular departures from central London and an approximate journey time

It is therefore recommended that NR33 0QL be entered, which will bring vehicles to the beginning of Marine Parade, from where access to the Club is immediately to the left, across Royal Plain.

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Contact Us

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ere at the Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club it is always a pleasure to meet new members, visitors and guests.

If we can assist you with any queries or questions that you may have then please do not hesitate to contact us, or simply call in‌. we look forward to seeing you soon.

Royal Norfolk & Suffolk Yacht Club Royal Plain Lowestoft Suffolk, NR33 0AQ

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