Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy brochure 2013

Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

Official Brochure 2013-2014

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Contents 5 Welcome 7 Development and History 9 Foreword and Key Staff 10 Membership 13 Facilities Available 15 Boat Launching and Stor age 16 Sailing Events and Tr aining 19 Sailing School 21 Learning to Windsurf 23 Events and Tr aining Centre 25 Disabled Sailing 26 Infr astructure for Major Events 27 Events Calendar 29 Olympic and Par alympic Games 31 Information for Visitors

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The WPNSA and Pinnacle wish to thank the advertisers who appear in this publication for their support and wish them every business success.

The contents of this brochure are believed to be correct at the time of printing, nevertheless, we cannot endorse and readers should not rely solely upon the accuracy of any statements or claims contained herein without prior consultation with the service provider.

Cover photo: Tom MartinŠ Additional photos: WPNSA Paul Wyeth / pwpictures.com

33 Other Sporting Events 35 Portland Harbour Sailing Guide 37 R ace Management 38 Weddings, Functions and Seminars 41 Legacy at WPNSA - The Chesil Trust Progr amme 43 Green Credentials 45 Testimonials 46 WPNSA Sponsors 49 Weymouth and Portland Outdoor Adventure 50 How to Find and Contact Us www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour offers some of the best sailing waters on the planet and purpose-built on-shore facilities to match. This winning combination was showcased to the world with Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) providing part of the venue for the sailing competition at the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

Leading sailors from around the globe discovered what those closer to home have long been aware of: the combination of clean winds, sheltered waters and weak tides in the area is unique and provides an unrivalled location for thrilling sporting competition.

Spectators, meanwhile, marvelled at the spectacular backdrop to the action, with our modern world-class facility set in the centre of the Jurassic Coast, the only natural World Heritage Site on the UK mainland.

WPNSA primarily offers its superb venue for events and training, but also operates a successful sailing school, windsurfing school and a large members’ community catering for all abilities from complete beginners to Olympians.

Our purpose is to effectively promote the sport of sailing to all levels of competence and ability, through courses, training and national as well as international events, whilst supporting and working closely with the local community.

Facilities on-shore include a licensed function room, conference/meeting rooms, various slipways, a 16-tonne boat hoist, extensive dinghy parks, three permanent cranes and storage for all types of boats.

Our magnificent venue lends itself perfectly as an outstanding choice of venue for functions, business meetings, weddings and conferences.

First and foremost, though, we are a place for sailors run by people with a passion for sailing.

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Welcome

Our commitment to young sailors is absolute and through an associated charity called the Chesil Trust, we have introduced thousands of local children to the sport with the ‘Sail for a Fiver’ scheme.

WPNSA has a commitment to stewardship of the environment and in striving to play our part in making our industry more sustainable the Academy has won several prestigious awards.

Whether you wish to run a major championship event, try sailing for the first time or simply enjoy sailing for the fantastic and fun sport that it is, we think you will find our services unbeatable.

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Development and History

From the earliest days of sailing ships, experienced sailors have known of the particular qualities of the local sailing waters. Henry VIII recognised their importance and built two castles to protect the area. The Royal Yachting Association had been trying for decades to secure a suitable site locally to make the most of these natural advantages, but the opportunity came when in 1999 it was announced that the Royal Naval Air Station at Portland was to be closed.

A group of local people established a not-for-profit company to take the vision of a national centre of excellence for the sport of sailing forward and with the support of the Royal Navy, the Royal Yachting Association, the South West Regional Development Agency, Sport England and all the local authorities in the area, this idea started to take shape. The Academy started sailing operations on the site in March, 2000.

After initially operating from the disused military buildings and facilities, in 2003 the Academy was in a position to start construction work on redeveloping the site. At the same time the London bid to host the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games was gathering momentum and the Academy was selected as part of the sailing venue in the bid to the International Olympic Committee.

Construction works were completed in the spring of 2005 and HRH The Princess Royal formally opened the new Academy buildings on 9th June, 2005. Less than a month later London was selected as the venue for the

30th Olympiad. This impressive facility had therefore moved from starting sailing operations on the site to being part of an Olympic venue in slightly more than five years.

Once the decision had been made to award the 2012 Games to London, plans were put in place to further enhance the facilities to bring them up to the standard required by the IOC. The Olympic Delivery Authority then funded further marine works to meet these standards. These works, consisting of additional reclamation of the harbour, new slipways, construction of a breakwater and pontoons were finished in 2008, on time and on budget, making the Academy the first of the 2012 venues to be completed.

The Academy also provided training facilities for the GBR team in the runup to both the 2008 and 2012 Games.

Development of the Academy has provided first class facilities including 220 metres of slipway accessible at all states of wind and tide as well as 600 dinghy spaces and 125 protected marina berths for ribs and yachts.

The combination of clean winds, sheltered waters and small tidal range in the area is unique.

World-class facilities set in the centre of the Jurassic Coast, the only natural World Heritage Site on the UK mainland, provide an unrivalled venue for training and sailing competitions.

WPNSA is also committed to promoting the sustainable legacy of the Games through social and environmental programmes. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Foreword Legacy – this is a word used very frequently, but what does it really mean for us in Weymouth and Portland?

Firstly, the Academy has benefited from better slipways, more pontoons, more dinghy park spaces, etc. etc. We were fortunate in being the first 2012 venue to be completed, so we have enjoyed these facilities since 2008.

We have enjoyed an enhanced reputation as people across the globe tuned into the Olympic sailing on their TV screens. This has resulted in more events than ever booking with us for the 2013 season.

We have all benefited from the learning experience of the Games and a number of our staff were deeply involved in the delivery of what is widely regarded as the best Olympic and Paralympic sailing events ever.

Not all of the effects were so positive however. The security requirements of the Games meant that for much of last season we were ‘off limits’ for our normal customers and inevitably a certain amount of inconvenience was caused.

In addition, the association with the Olympic event has, perhaps, given the impression that we are less welcoming to people than is actually the case.

This year we will be working hard to correct these perceptions – we welcome people at any time, be they first-time sailors, Olympic champions, or just people wanting to come and take a look around the venue. We have a number of membership options, depending on your particular requirements or, if you just want to come and have a look around or enjoy a coffee or meal in our cafeteria, you will be assured of a very warm welcome.

Come on in!

John Tweed Chief Executive

Rachel Sadler Assistant Chief Executive Head of Finance

Chris Knight Business Manager

Key Staff Phil Gollop External Operations

Barbara Perry Catering Manager

Claudia Webb Functions and Seminars Coordinator

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Membership The Sailing Academy welcomes new members.

Membership is open to recreational sailors who wish to use the extensive facilities on a regular basis. Members are able to store equipment on site permanently or simply launch their boat/board if they wish.

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Temporary day membership is also available to all who wish to use WPNSA’s facilities. The fee covers launching, parking and use of the changing and social facilities, with overnight storage available if required.

Temporary membership can be purchased for up to a maximum of two weeks per annum.

Please note all members must also pay harbour dues, this is a small fee that Portland Harbour authority charge to all those using the area in order to maintain the harbour.

We do not have any overnight accommodation on site, but can advise of some of the accommodation options available in the area. We do have some limited space for campervans and caravans.

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Membership types are as follows: Social/Family Membership Available to people who do not wish to launch a boat or tender, but wish to support the Academy by being a member.

Social Sailing Membership Available to people who keep their boat elsewhere (i.e. Weymouth Marina or another sailing club), who DO NOT wish to launch a boat or tender from these facilities, but wish to use the WPNSA pontoons for occasional use whilst using the social facilities. A limited area will be available for this purpose, and boats must not remain on the pontoon overnight.

Single Membership Available to owners of a single-handed dinghy that is used by that person only.

Family Membership Available to owners of double-handed dinghies or power boats who wish to use the facilities to launch.

Storage Available to Single or Boat/Family Members only.

WPNSA in partnership with OTC powered by Puravida Exciting news for all windsurfers - The Official Test Centre (OTC), Puravida Boardriders and the National Sailing Academy, have all teamed up to provide the ultimate Weymouth and Portland windsurfing experience for 2013.

The Windsurfing Membership Scheme has been completely revised to make the sport more accessible than ever before. Portland Harbour is one of the most exceptional windsurfing venues in Europe and with The Official Test Centre (OTC) powered by Puravida Boardriders on site, windsurfing is now represented as it deserves to be within the Academy grounds. As such, with its location, facilities and resources the new windsurfing membership scheme represents unbeatable value.

Running from 1st April 2013, annual membership will be £120 (£210 for a couple). The price includes: • Vehicle parking in the WPNSA car parks.

• Use of the changing rooms and shower facilities.

• Launching fees and harbour dues for the year, providing access in all wind and tide states.

• OTC Puravida members’ T-shirt.

• Two free one-hour rentals of the latest equipment in stock.

• 10% off tuition and hire from The OTC. • 10% off retail prices from Puravida Boardriders.

• 10% off WPNSA café prices.

All this, plus a calendar full of social events, demo days, pro-clinics, barbecues and more. And being statistically the windiest location on the south coast, we are sure the wind will show up as well. For more information, call The OTC on 07817 717904, browse the membership page on uk.otc-windsurf.com or email info@otc-windsurf.com.

For all memberships, the subscription year runs from 1st April to 31st March. Please contact us at the WPNSA office on 01305 866000, or email reception@wpnsa.org.uk for an application form. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Facilities Available

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The venue has been extensively developed over the 10 years that WPNSA has been in operation.

Inside Facilities include: • Full disabled services including lifts at both ends of the building, disabled changing/shower rooms and a ramp into the dinghy park • First Aid/Medical Suite • Changing corridor with toilets, showers/changing rooms and a drying room • WPNSA Cafeteria opens every day serving hot and cold snacks and drinks • Meeting rooms of various sizes • 1 Boardroom with sea views for up to 15 people • 6 Small Lecture/Meeting rooms for up to 20 people • 2 Large Lecture/Meeting rooms for up to 70 people • “Spinnakers” Function Room with a fully-licensed bar and catering facilities. Capacity of up to 150 people. There is also a substantially extended balcony giving great views of all the activity on site and over Portland Harbour.

• Event hall with a licensed bar and catering facilities and a capacity of up to 450 people. Can be used for exhibitions or sporting events. We can even dress the room up with wall lining, up lighters, a stage and music system for a more formal affair.

Outside Facilities include •2 dinghy slipways (220m width in total) accessible at all states of the tide •1 25 pontoon spaces for event mooring •1 deep water vehicle launching slipway •R igging area for windsurfers •D isabled access points on pontoons via personal hoists •3 fixed cranes for boats up to 4 tonnes •F ully submersible boat hoist for boats up to 16 tonnes/4.5m beam •S torage for members for dinghies, keelboats and powerboats •L ong-term storage and winterisation for yachts and powerboats •P arking areas for approximately 300 vehicles •O vernight parking for campervans/caravans (with hook up points to electricity) available for those using the WPNSA facilities during events •A ll facilities are fully accessible to wheelchair users and those with other types of disabilities •E lectronically-controlled access gates and extensive CCTV system in operation •S pace for corporate entertaining, media centre, marquees etc. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Sailing Events and Training

While the focus of the nation and the whole world was on WPNSA for the duration of the Olympics and Paralympics, we pride ourselves on being a year-round venue.

Annually the Academy hosts local, national, European and world dinghy and windsurfing events. The venue is capable of hosting more than 1,000 competitors at a time racing across a number of different disciplines.

Of course, the Olympics and Paralympics coming to Weymouth and Portland was the highlight of 2012 – or any other year for that matter.

But the sailing fraternity are aware that with our waters and excellent facilities we represent an outstanding venue to bring prestigious championships and the Olympics merely confirmed this.

There were many other events to make 2012 memorable, such as the ACO Musto Skiff World Championships, which saw the largest ever gathering of single-handed spinnaker dinghies in the history of the sport. The event’s official website said: “Well what a week … great racing, fantastic socials, wonderful hosts and many friends made throughout the fleet.”

With the whole calendar of 2013 available to visiting classes there has been a strong uptake of dates at the venue. This will give the Academy and peripheral suppliers a full season’s worth or activity and an excellent continuation of the Academy’s legacy on not only the world of competitive sailing but also the local economy.

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This year is set to be another exciting year with more than 30 sailing events booked for 2013, including two visits from the large Topper fleets.

New classes to visit are the RS Teras coming for both their Nationals and World Championships. This growing class is expected to reach competitor numbers of 250 during their world championship in July.

Also new are the International Dragons who are bringing three separate events to Weymouth and Portland in 2013, the Dragon South West Championship, the Edinburgh Cup and their World Championship. There will be much anticipation around watching the starts of this fleet with up to 80 boats starting together in Weymouth Bay. The highly regarded Sail for Gold Regatta will run from the 9th-13th June with a commitment from the WPNSA and the RYA to jointly host the nation’s largest regatta for boats that feature in the Olympic Games. This event will be one of the first events for the new Olympic and Paralympic classes including the new catamaran and the FX female skiff. With many existing squad members switching classes this should provide a flurry of interest at the start of this next Olympic cycle.

Heading into autumn the WPNSA will host the Hurricane and F18 Nationals on the 14th-17th September, which will be a return to large catamaran events, hopefully on an annual basis.

The autumn also sees the 41st annual Weymouth Speed Week – the oldest and longest-running speed sailing event in the world.

The Sailing Academy is a very popular base for training and coaching at all levels. Fully-equipped lecture rooms, safety ribs and marks are available for hire, supported by excellent catering facilities. The British Olympic Sailing Team regularly train at WPNSA, and many have become members intending to make it the base for the majority of their sailing programme.

The Artemis Offshore Academy uses the world-class facilities at the WPNSA as one of the venues for the UK excellence training programme.

The Academy will be working closely with the Artemis Offshore Academy supporting a UK training programme of excellence for British shorthanded sailors, providing a structure to bring talented sailors up through the ranks.

For event bookings and training please contact reception@wpnsa.org.uk or telephone 01305 866000.

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Sailing School SailLaser offers a comprehensive range of RYA-approved courses with options for all ages and abilities. Courses are taught by a highly qualified team of instructors and coaches and conducted in brand new kit from the brand leaders LaserPerformance. All boats are up to date and renewed on an annual basis. Powerboat training, instructor training, corporate days and dinghy hire are also available through SailLaser.

As well as introducing people to the sport of sailing, SailLaser is committed to supporting regular participation, particularly for the local

community that surrounds the Academy. Many schools visit both in and out of curriculum time to gain certification and compete in regattas. They have weekly clubs for both children and adults, allowing people to enjoy the water at minimal cost.

If you want to come as a family, there is the option to learn together, or separately, so your children can enjoy the learning experience with their peers while you learn along with other adults, with all members being rewarded with an accredited certificate upon completion of your course. For those keen on racing, video analysis can be provided with an experienced instructor on hand to point out tips to help you increase speed on the water and thereby improve your results.

For more information please email Info-weymouth@sail-laser.com or telephone 0845 337 3214.

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The sailing school at WPNSA is operated by SailLaser, who ensure our fantastic facilities can be accessed and used by all. They work closely with charities, schools, and governing bodies to drive participation within the sport.

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Learning to Windsurf

The OTC Windsurfing School The Official Test Centre (OTC) is a purpose-built centre with the clear goal to showcase the modern sport of windsurfing, and provide access to windsurfing for everyone. Housing all the major windsurfing brands under one roof, the concept of the centre is to enable its clients to test and compare the latest designs for themselves in favourable conditions.

With more disciplines and brands appearing every year, the range of boards and sails available on the market has become overwhelming for many, making the decision on which board or sail to buy very complicated and confusing. Tests and reviews of windsurf kit go a long way to clarifying the situation, but ultimately there is no substitute for trying the equipment for yourself. You can test-drive a car before you decide to invest; you try clothes on to check they fit...you even smell a perfume or aftershave to see if it suits. Well now, at long last, the same opportunity to ‘try before you buy’ is available for windsurfers.

With its affiliated RYA-accredited windsurfing school (The Osprey Training Centre) OTC can also teach windsurfing at every level, from the complete beginner to those wishing to hone their advanced techniques. The centre puts windsurfing firmly on the map on one of the prominent stages in the marine leisure industry today.

There are eight different board categories available for use at OTC UK. These are: 85L Crossover, 95L Crossover, 100L Freestyle, 100L Slalom, 105L Crossover, 115L Freeride, 125L Freeride and 145L Freeride.

If you get the windsurfing bug, consider taking part in the Harbour Dash, a fantastic windsurfing event held in October that has been running annually in Weymouth for more than 30 years. It was founded in memory of Brian Matthews, a popular local windsurfer who took up the sport in his fifties. Brian died in January 1986, the day after his 60th birthday.

For more information about windsurfing please contact info@otc-windsurf.com or telephone 0121 288 9965 or visit their website, uk.otc-windsurf.com. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Events and Training Centre The Sailing Academy is fortunate to have a wide range of facilities which give visiting events and training classes an array of room sizes to choose from.

These range from private classrooms that can cater from between 12 to 30 people through to the large events hall which can be used for larger briefings, physical testing or equipment scrutineering.

The events hall has a capacity of up to 350 people seated banquet style and 450 buffet style. It also includes a large bar and catering facilities.

This flexible space has been used previously for other wide-ranging events such as BMX displays, charity balls and promotional boxing exhibitions, with an impressive ceiling canopy available to allow the room to be transformed for special occasions and create just the right atmosphere.

If you have got an event or function and are keen to impress your clients, delegates or guests and make the right impression, the Sailing Academy should be placed at the top of your list of potential venues.

WPNSA is always looking for ways to make best use of its superb facilities while promoting and supporting the local community. Events over the past 12 months have included a Wedding Fayre and a hugely successful Outdoor Sports Show, which showcased the numerous activities on offer to visitors to the area.

The Chalk Legends performance of the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra was particularly memorable, with hundreds of musicians, singers, dancers and actors all coming together to celebrate London 2012 with the BSO. And the year was rounded off in wonderful style with an artificial ice rink being set up in the hall in the week before Christmas, complete with all the festive trimmings to transform WPNSA into a winter wonderland.

We would be delighted to give you a your of the facilities, please call us to arrange a visit or for further information.

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The Academy has been developed with access for all in mind. Whilst being the training base of choice for the Team GBR Paralympic squad the same facilities are open to all disabled sailors.

The site and building is fully accessible to wheelchair users with a lift at either end of the building All changing facilities are fully accessible whilst a special needs changing area caters for those needing additional assistance All signage around the building is tactile and subtitled in Braille and there is a portable induction loop for use within the building Extra wide pontoon fingers were installed to ease wheelchair access and hydraulic hoists are situated on a number of the pontoons

“I love training in Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour as they offer a wide range of sailing conditions. The Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy is an unbeatable venue for disabled sailors with new, purpose-built, facilities. For example, there are disabled access hoists on the pontoons, providing the safest access to tidal waters for people with disabilities anywhere in the UK. I don’t know of any other sailing venue where the needs of sailors of all abilities are so well catered for.”

Helena Lucas MBE, Paralympic Gold Medalist

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Infrastructure for Major Events

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Weymouth and Portland is now the natural venue of choice for major marine events. In addition to the quality of the waters for competition, there has been an enormous investment in sailing and transport infrastructure that sets WPNSA apart.

The Academy has 125 pontoon berths available for events and we have the opportunity to spill over into the newly-constructed Portland Marina if this is required.

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In addition to the pontoon facilities there are deep water slipways for launching of RIBs and support boats and three boat hoists available locally ranging from 16 tonnes to 320 tonnes capacity.

For the smaller keelboats, the Academy has three cranes between 2.5 tonnes and 4 tonnes capacity, so large fleets of small keelboats can be sailed on a daily dry sailing basis.

The Academy provides world class race management, so whatever the nature or size of your event we are able to provide ready-made, tried and tested solutions.

Events Calendar 2013

Optimist Zone Squad Training Match Racing Event 29er Training Cadet Training IOCA Training Topper Training Laser 4.7 Ladder Event Topper Training Match Racing Event Topper Squad Training National Ranker RS Tera Squad Training Topper Training Optimist Selector Event UKWA Event Topper Training Solo Nationals Topper Training RS Tera Nationals

23rd-24th February 2013 23-24 February 2013 9th-10th March 2013 9th March 2013 16-17th March 2013 16-17th March 2013 23rd March 2013 23rd-24th March 2013 23rd-24th March 2013 6th-11th April 2013 13th-14th April 2013 20th-21st April 2013 27th-28th April 2013 3rd-6th May 2013 4th-6th May 2013 18th-19th May 2013 18th-19th May 2013 25th-30th May 2013 1st-2nd June 2013

SS4G 9th-13th June 2013 The Dragon Edinburgh Cup 22nd-28th June 2013 29er Open Event 29th-30th June 2013 Feva Grand Prix 6th-7th July 2013 Flying Fifteen Nationals 15th-21st July 2013 RS Tera Worlds 28th July-2nd August 2013 Topper Nationals 3rd-9th August 2013 WPNSA Weymouth Open Handicap 24th-26th August 2013 Laser 4.7 ladder event August 31st-1st September 2013 Dragon Worlds 5th-13th September 2013 Hurricane Nationals and F18 Nationals 14th-17th September 2013 Le Tournoi Sailing Challenge 21st-22nd September 2013 Laser World Qualifier 21st September 2013 RYA Zone Championships 28th-29th September 2013 UKWA Youth and Masters 5th-6th October 2013 Speed Week 12th-18th October 2013 National Ranker 19th-20th October 2013 National Ranker 16th-17th November 2013 www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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We use a small team of highly experienced staff and a fleet of boats suitable for all to ensure that everyone progresses at the speed that is right for them.

We have been running sailing courses for over forty years and offer excellent value for money.

Young people 2 - day RYA course: £115 per person 4 - day RYA course: £199 per person ½ day club session £13 per person Adults Evening sailing only £20 per person

We also offer individual sessions, group bookings, vouchers, birthday parties and many other adventurous activities. www.dorsetforyou.com/woec | e: woec@dorsetcc.gov.uk

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Olympic Games and Paralympic Games

The waters of Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour played host to ten exhilarating sailing events during the London 2012 Olympic Games in July and August and a further three events during the Paralympics in September.

As far as home supporters were concerned, pride of place went to Ben Ainslie, who in typical battling fashion in the Finn Class, fought his way to his fourth gold medal in successive Games to become the most decorated sailor in Olympic history.

Team GB also added four silver medals, marking the fourth consecutive Olympic Games that Britain had collected at least five medals.

Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson’s silver medal in the Star was followed by a similar result for Nick Dempsey in the RS:X Windsurfing. Britain’s haul was complete with silvers to Olympic debutants Luke Patience and Stuart Bithell in the Men’s 470 and for Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark in the Women’s 470.

The Paralympics were no less thrilling or enthralling, as Britain entered racing having not won a medal since sailing joined the full Paralympic Games programme at Sydney 2000. All that was to change, however, with two medals on the final day.

Helena Lucas – the only woman in the fleet – won gold in the 2.4-metre one-person keelboat event while Alexandra Rickham and Niki Birrell claimed bronze in the SKUD two-person keelboat.

Asked about Britain’s long wait for a Paralympic sailing medal, Lucas said: “It has taken us a while to find our stride but we have such great support behind us from the RYA (Royal Yachting Association). They just treat us as the 13th class and we have all the same access to the same training.” www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Information for Visitors Opening times Monday- Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday & Sundays: 8am-6pm Entry to the site An access code will be required to enter the site which you can obtain from our reception, or you can call our reception in advance (01305 866000). This will allow you to enter the site to drop boats or campervans off out of our working hours. These codes have valid to and from dates which usually span the weekend, so please remember to gain this code each time you visit.

Car parking Parking is free and we ask that cars are parked in the designated car parking spaces.

The dinghy park must be kept vehicle free for the safety of all pedestrians and to maximize boat space.

Classrooms If you have booked or wish to book a classroom please speak to our receptionist, she will provide you with an access code for entry, and we do have projector equipment available and televisions in selected rooms.

We ask if you leave any valuable equipment in the lecture rooms that you ensure the door is shut behind you.

Launching We have 220 metres of slipway accessible at all states of wind and tides. The slipways inside the compound are for manual launching. For vehicle launching we have a separate designated slipway, based between WPNSA and Portland Marina. Please ask at reception.

Day membership/weekly We invite everybody to share our fantastic facilities, you can do this in a number of ways, by taking out a membership in the form of daily, weekly or an annual membership. For further information please ask at reception.

Drying room After you have been on the water feel free to use our drying room, located opposite the changing rooms this will be left open for your convenience. Please note that leaving items in here is done at your own risk.

Lockers Before you head out on the water, feel free to use our lockers to keep all your valuables safe. You can obtain a locker key from reception. You will be required to leave a ÂŁ10 refundable deposit.

Galley opening hours Monday-Friday: 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday: 8am-6pm These times are subject to bookings, during events and training if instructed the cafeteria can be open later for evening meals.

We also have an onsite bar which again can be opened during the busy times of events and functions. Times will be subject to booking details.

If you are a coach visiting our facilities for training you must come to reception to fill in a risk assessment on each day of your training and collect information regarding movements on the local waters.

Campervanning It is possible to park your campervan/caravan at the Sailing Academy, however tents are not allowed on site. Access to the clubhouse showers and changing rooms is provided 24/7. We do have some limited availability of pitches with access to electricity or you can bring your own generator. All campervan bookings can be made via our website.

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We are fortunate enough to have some of the best facilities in the area including an indoor and outdoor ménage and also 23 indoor stables allowing us to operate whatever the weather.

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With the outstanding facilities we have here at WPNSA we can accommodate any big sporting event. In the past we have been successful in hosting:

• Triathlons Marathons and sea swimming events • Team building events • Corporate Sailing days • Offshore racing stopovers, starts and finishes

Whether your event needs access to the water for swimmers and vessels or large amounts of outside space in which to erect marquees, the WPNSA is able to accommodate your needs. There is also a large car parking area to complement the extensive event facilities.

Our flexible approach to prospective clients, the meticulous attention to detail and professionalism of our staff, together with our experience of hosting major national and international events makes us a winning choice.

Our physical location also makes it a great transitional centre for events that can take advantage of the stunning natural resources of Dorset.

We have immediate access to the national coastal path and excellent additional outdoor pursuits on our doorstep.

For enquiries into using WPNSA as your sporting venue please email reception@wpnsa.org.uk or telephone 01305 866000.

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Portland Harbour Sailing Guide Portland Harbour and Weymouth Bay are the main areas used for sailing. The harbour covers an area of 8.6 square kilometres (2,125 acres), and is ideal for sailing as it is exposed to reliable winds from most directions, but is sheltered from large waves and currents by Chesil Beach and the breakwaters.

Race Area We were able to have four courses in Weymouth Bay - one in Newton’s Cove, two along the northern shore of the bay and one - the most tidal - towards the southern side of the bay. Courses, most likely for the RS:X windsurfers and 49ers, will also be used inside the harbour walls. Because of this flexibility in the courses, there are options to move races around in the event of bad and difficult weather.

Sea State and Tide The location is dominated by the long, arching shingle crescent of Chesil Beach of the Jurassic Coast, which stretches from West Bay in the northwest to Portland in the south. The beach is only 200m at its widest and rises to about 11m above sea level. On the seaward side it shelves steeply away for 300m until it levels off to a depth of about 18m. At the tip of the beach, Portland Bill juts out, where a tidal stream runs very strong and eddies of great extent form in the bays on each side of the peninsula. The streams run south for the majority of the time and there can be violent turbulence off the Bill, where these currents meet the east and west-going coastal ones. Portland Harbour has a lot of things in its favour. It is sheltered from the predominant south-westerly winds by Chesil Beach; added breakwaters give protection from the south-easterlies. These features also stand as barriers against strong winds, large waves and currents. Together with the strong limestone of the Isle of Portland, they affect tides in Weymouth Bay and Portland Harbour, where the maximum tidal range is small, less than 2.5m at springs and less than 1m at neaps.

Tidal streams in Portland Harbour are irregular; the spring tide rate is approximately one knot and extends for only a short distance into and out of the harbour. But there are eddies off the heads of the breakwaters. Inside the harbour, tidal streams are imperceptible.

Inside Portland Harbour because the prevailing south-westerly wind comes over Chesil Beach, the water inside the harbour is offered some protection and tends to be quite flat. There is also the option to take racing outside Portland Harbour and into Weymouth Bay, though there is tide across this stretch of water. The strong feature of Weymouth and Portland is that it has ‘clean winds’. The prevailing south-westerly and westerly winds blowing across Chesil Beach give a limited ‘fetch’.

Weymouth Bay is a relatively sheltered basin with clean winds and small waves. This means that sailing conditions for the venue are almost neutral, so that local knowledge is of no great importance. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Race Management WPNSA have built up a long established reputation for running major championship events.

With many years of “hands on� experience, the WPNSA race management team has evolved to become an extremely efficient and professional operation.

Together with world class waters for sailing, large dinghy and car parks, we offer superb on-shore facilities enabling us to cater for regattas of up to 600 boats all year round. Ability to provide all social and sailing activity on site, if required The fully-licensed clubhouse provides a complete catering service if required with menus to suit all tastes and can lay on a mouth-watering spread which will satisfy competitors, officials and guests whatever the occasion, from barbecues right through to formal prize-giving black-tie dinners.

WPNSA offers everything from basic event facilities to a complete race management package personalized to suit the individual class association.

For further information or a quote please email reception@wpnsa.org.uk or call 01305 866000.

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Weddings, Functions and Seminars

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Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy (WPNSA) has a wide selection of well-appointed rooms available for private hire.

WPSNA can cater for almost any occasion. Our functions and seminars coordinator will tailor your package to your own unique requirements. We regularly host: • Seminars and workshops • Weddings • Formal dinners • Parties • Balls and proms • Exhibitions • Socials and parties • Meetings/interviews • Corporate days • Christmas parties • Christenings • Funeral receptions

From business meetings, seminars and workshops to weddings, parties and corporate functions, our experienced and courteous staff are here to provide a first class service to make it a day to remember.

WPNSA boasts a variety of different rooms all with disabled access.

Equipment can also be provided – such as flipcharts, projectors and screens and there is free Wifi available throughout the building.

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Our rooms • ‘Spinnakers’ our main function room with a capacity of up to 150 people seated banquet-style and 200 buffet-style with its own servery and bar.

It now has a built-in projector and screen to make your presentations even more professional and appealing. There is also a substantially enlarged balcony boasting magnificent views across Portland Harbour, Weymouth Bay and beyond to the Jurassic Coast.

• Event hall with a capacity of up to 350 people seated banquet style and 450 buffet style. It also includes a large bar and catering facilities.

• Large meeting/briefing room with a capacity of up to 70 people • Medium lecture/meeting room with a capacity of up to 30 people • Small lecture/meeting room with a capacity of 10-15 people Our produce is locally sourced, prepared and cooked by our top class catering team. The same attention to detail is given to all our menus, from a finger buffet to a large celebration banquet.

For more information or a chat to discuss your function please contact us by calling 01305 866000 or by email: reception@wpnsa.org.uk

Corporate Entertaining The Academy is the perfect place to host corporate functions or events.

Situated overlooking some of the finest sailing waters in the world, with the stunning backdrop of the Jurassic Coast, we can guarantee a memorable experience for your staff and clients.

Corporate days run by WPNSA work so well because of the extensive facilities which are available both on water and on land. As well as the world-class sailing boats, the Academy is able to offer conference and meeting rooms and a fully-licensed restaurant and bar allowing you to combine work with pleasure. Whether you want to try dinghy sailing, experience big boat sailing at its most exciting or simply enjoy a leisurely cruise around the world-famous waters we can arrange a bespoke event which best suits your individual needs, including making arrangements for local accommodation to suit you if required.

For more information contact us via email at reception@wpnsa.org.uk or by telephone by calling 01305 866000. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Legacy at WPNSA – The Chesil Trust Programme The Chesil Trust is an independent registered charity which enables children and young people with disabilities, and those experiencing disadvantages or social exclusion to develop practical and leadership skills through the delivery of subsidised sailing training courses, ranging from introductory days through to qualification courses.

These courses are delivered through schools and other organisations.

Over the last seven years, The Chesil Trust has helped thousands of children and young people to participate in the initial ‘Sail for £5’ introductory course, many of whom went on to further develop their skills in the certificated RYA Level 1 & 2 continuation courses.

By providing access to training facilities for sailing and seamanship, The Chesil Trust works with young people including those at risk of involvement in drugs, alcohol, crime or exclusion from school, offering them new skills in teamwork and leadership, diverting them to a more constructive life and employment paths. The Trust works with Dorset’s schools to identify children and young people who would benefit from this form of training. Many are at risk of exclusion from traditional career paths because of physical disability or low educational achievement.

The Chesil Trust is also working with underprivileged children from East London schools and are also welcoming children with disabilities from across the nation.

Children taking part in the ‘Sail for £5’ Chesil Trust Programme have the opportunity to try the sport at the venue for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic sailing and where Team GB’s gold medallists train. Legends such as Sir Ben Ainslie, Sarah Dempsey and Iain Percy have all trained at the Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy and understand the importance of inspiring new generations into the sport of sailing.

“The legacy programme is a key element to Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy’s philosophy,” Ben Ainslie, also a WPNSA Director, said. “We are committed to helping less privileged Dorset children try water sports at the venue and continue to support them through to racing events. A Sail for a Fiver child today may be a medal winner by 2016 and it is our job to ensure this opportunity is given to the young people and people with disabilities’.

For the youngsters who show talent there is also ongoing support from the Chesil Trust through a talent development scheme. Taking a child to a different dinghy regatta every weekend can be costly so the scheme is essential, so far it is has helped seven individuals who have gone on to win three Youth World Championships.

The Trust relies entirely on voluntary contributions for its funding. If you can help, please contact: Tom Grainger, c/o Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset, DT5 1SA.

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Green Credentials

WPNSA has a commitment to stewardship of the environment and has been described by Natural England as ‘an example of best practice’. It is believed to be the only sailing venue in the world to have achieved the Sustainable Event Certification (ISO 2012 International), a management system standard designed to help organisations in the events industry improve the sustainability of their eventrelated activities, products and services.

The award-winning building was designed to be energy efficient and has the largest photovoltaic array for the generation of solar energy yet installed in South Dorset. Working with SSE Energy, the extended photovoltaic installation now generates 20 per cent of the electricity requirement.

‘Power Perfector’ technology is fitted, reducing power consumption by a further 10 per cent. The green Power Perfector technology was introduced to the UK market in 2001 and works by improving grid-supplied power quality and adjusting voltage to optimum levels for equipment on site so it works more efficiently and wastes less energy.

In addition to this, there is also the recovery of ‘grey water’ from the roof which is used for boat washing in substitution for mains water and an

active recycling programme in place recently extended to recycling old sails and batteries as well as the installation of motion-sensitive lights throughout the complex.

Marine litter is also taken seriously, and a Marine Litter Summit in conjunction with the Dorset Coast Forum was hosted on site to highlight the issue and enforce strict policies at the site.

In April 2011, the Academy also hosted a conference promoting clean and sustainable seas and oceans with a number of very prominent national and international figures.

The venue, in conjunction with SSE won the 2008 Sport Industry Award for ‘Environmental Concern in Sport’. In 2009 the WPNSA won the International Olympic Committee recognised architectural award ‘the IPC/ IAKS Distinction for Accessibility’ for excellent disabled access.

We also won an acclaimed Environmental Award from Britain’s bestselling yachting magazine in 2011. The Practical Boat Owner Green Awards selected WPNSA as winner of the ‘Marine Service and Support’ award. The PBO Awards recognise marine businesses that have taken steps to reduce the environmental impact of leisure boating and thereby make the industry more sustainable. Most recently the Academy won the Boating Business Environmental Award for 2012. www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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Testimonials “I just wanted to say thank you for all your help in making yesterday’s event a success. You and your whole team just kept going that extra mile and it really was so appreciated. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was done with a smile!”

Sarah Whiteside, Grove Festival Organiser “The venue is brilliant and the function room great with an amazing view. Lunch was tasty and plentiful and the cake gorgeous. Thanks to the staff, who were really friendly and helpful. We even managed to have some lovely weather!”

Helen Clarke, Royal Town Planning Institute “The venue at Weymouth was very good, easy to find, clean and spacious. The food was to a high standard and very well presented.”

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Andrew Newman, London 2012 “Just a note to thank you and all the team for your support over the two days this week. The facilities worked really well and the catering was excellent.”

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“Excellent food and service” Whitefriars Sailing Club “Thank you all for helping us to have such a lovely wedding day. The staff were lovely and extremely helpful, and everything ran smoothly and according to plan. The food was lovely and everyone enjoyed themselves.”

Mr & Mrs S, from Devon “Thank you so much for giving us such a fascinating and interesting tour of your brilliant Academy. Without exception we all loved it!”

The Old Leighers Society “Massive thanks to you and all the team at WPNSA for all your help in planning, supporting and delivering a fantastic event on Wednesday. David Clarke, our Chief Exec, was blown away by the professional look and feel of the event and is fully appreciative of all the organisation.”

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WPNSA Sponsors

Gold Level Sponsor Scottish and Southern Energy, now known as SSE Energy, is one of the largest energy companies in the UK. It is involved in the generation, transmission, distribution and supply of electricity; energy trading; the storage, distribution and supply of gas; electrical and utility contracting; and telecoms.

Scottish and Southern Energy have been involved with the Academy for many years and have contributed significantly to the development of community sailing programmes, particularly in respect to the Sail for a Fiver Scheme.

In addition to providing financial support to the Academy their assistance with energy-reduction schemes such as the installation of photovoltaic cells has helped the Academy achieve outstanding environmental credentials which were instrumental to WPNSA winning the 2008 Sport Industry Award for Environmental Concern in Sport.

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Silver Level Sponsors Charles Russell LLP are a top-50 full service City legal practice.

They have the expertise and size to advise on complex, cross-border transactions and to project-manage the input of an international network of major law firms. They also recognise their responsibility in every aspect of operations; from the way they operate their business to the ways in which they contribute to the community and manage their impact on the environment.

Charles Russell LLP are a long term supporter of the Academy, their involvement has also been invaluable in the running of reduced rate community sailing programmes and the development of a positive legacy.

The distinctive Jaffa Tour Bus can often be seen at WPNSA handing out juicy oranges to everyone on site. Their sponsorship has enabled us to upgrade our event management capabilities and a ‘Jaffa Regatta’ has been held on site.

Since 1965 when Musto was founded by Keith Musto, a British Olympic sailor and engineer, their clothes have been keeping athletes warm, dry and comfortable even in the most extreme conditions.

Today Musto is the world’s leading sailing and country sports clothing brand, and is further extending into lifestyle outdoor clothing.

Musto provide all the WPNSA clothing worn at the Academy, keeping the staff warm and dry when they are working outside and looking smart when they are inside!

Bronze Level Sponsors Cadbury, the iconic British brand, is a sponsor of WPNSA. Sports participants and spectators at the venue will now be able to enjoy the taste of Cadbury with hot chocolate during the winter months as well as a range of the much-loved Cadbury products available all year round.

Cadbury has a strong connection with British society providing treats, bringing a moment of fun and a smile to everyone’s faces. They hope to give a moment of pleasure and inspiration to Weymouth and Portland’s local communities and global water sports enthusiasts, bringing the spirit of fun, enthusiasm and excitement to all.

BAE Systems are a global defence, security and aerospace company committed to working effectively with sponsorship and charitable partners to benefit their customers and the communities in which they operate.

As well as charitable giving, BAE Systems commit significant engineering resources and technologies to support British athletes hoping to achieve sporting success at the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, Paralympic Games, World and European Championships. BAE Systems provide sponsorship to both the Academy and The Chesil Trust.

Icom is regarded as one of the world’s leading radio manufacturers.

Years of dedication have produced a range of marine products that are unsurpassed for quality, excellence and reliability.

Icom supports WPNSA with the provision of radios necessary to ensure the safe and smooth running of events and training.

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Weymouth and Portland Outdoor Adventure

Weymouth College is proud to provide a range of sporting adventure activities; most of which are community led and designed to inspire the local community to enjoy the world-class facilities that are available in Weymouth and Portland. Some of the activities available for the college students and as tasters for the community (within multiactivity packages) are; sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, rock climbing, mountain biking, paddle boarding and power boating.

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BTEC qualifications in outdoor adventure and instructor training Equivalent to three A levels or three GCSEs dependent at which level you study, BTECs are a fantastic option for those persons keen to study a vocational pathway that could lead them into a career in the outdoor adventure industry, teaching, the public services or on to university if desired. The two-year level three course includes the opportunity to gain instructor certificates in both RYA dinghy sailing and BCU kayaking, as well as the RYA power boat certificate and a first aid certificate. Students who complete have many options for progression and many end up working in exciting locations including Spain and France within weeks of graduating. For those keen to carry on training there is also the option of returning as an apprentice at the successful Weymouth College multiactivity centre or studying a foundation degree in the college’s grade 1 sports department.

New for 2013 are intensive 14-week instructor training packages where graduates can expect to leave qualified to teach dinghy sailing, windsurfing and kayaking. This course is timed to ensure that graduates complete ready to start the following season working for a range of topquality outdoor adventure providers.

Residential holidays and multi activities for schools and colleges Weymouth College’s highly experienced lecturers and instructors have experience working with a diverse range of young people and providing activity tailored to a range of needs, including: team work, communication skills and encouraging motivation and discipline. Accommodation is available as part of a full board package or for schools more locally, activity can be arranged weekly, monthly or for one-off sessions. All group bookings are built bespoke and interested parties should contact the college to discuss their requirements.

Weekend adventure clubs and one-off sessions Every weekend the college runs adventure clubs for a range of ages where participants can try various adventurous activities. The clubs are clearly focused on enjoying taking part in the activities, and the instructors pride themselves on providing first-class sessions in an environment that is safe and supportive.

The college can also arrange skill-based training for anyone wanting to push their abilities to the next level. For those wanting an event to remember, including corporate team building, birthday parties, and stag and hen does, the college could have just the solution for you.

Further information For more info please email outdoor_activity@weymouth.ac.uk or phone 07872 419409. Further details about all the college’s adventure provision are available at www.weymouth.ac.uk/facilities/outdoor-adventure www.wpnsa.org.uk Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy

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How to Find and Contact Us Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy is located in Portland, Dorset, four miles south of Weymouth town centre. For those with SatNav our postcode is DT5 1SA. Directions

By Car From Dorchester Take the A354 to Weymouth.

From Poole and Bournemouth Take the A352, which then becomes A353, to Weymouth.

From Bridport Take the B3157 to Weymouth.

When you arrive at Weymouth Take the A354 to Portland. This will bring you to the causeway linking Weymouth and Portland. Halfway along the causeway you will reach a mini-roundabout. Turn left, we are signposted ‘Sailing Academy’.

By Bus Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy has its own bus stop.

Local bus services serving the Academy are provided by First Buses and South West Coaches.

By Rail There are frequent daily services linking Weymouth to London Waterloo and to Bristol and the south-west. Direct hourly service to/from London Waterloo (2hrs 40mins) Direct regular service to/from Bristol Temple Meads (2hrs 45mins) Direct frequent service from Southampton Parkway & Southampton Central (approx 1hr) For train journey times and information please see www.nationalrail.co.uk or call National Rail Enquiries 08457 48 49 50 50

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By Sea There are high-speed Condor ferries to and from Guernsey, Jersey and St Malo from Weymouth (via the Channel Islands) and cross-Channel ferries from Poole.

By Air Bournemouth is the nearest local airport, while there are other regional airports at Southampton, Exeter and Bristol. It is possible to catch public transport to Portland from any of these locations, as it is from Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Taxi information There are many taxi ranks around Weymouth town centre (some will be waiting outside the train station) and there are taxis lined up along the sea front available for hire. Alternatively if you would like a list of taxi numbers, please contact us on 01305 866000 or reception@wpnsa.org.uk

Contact Us We look forward to welcoming you to Weymouth & Portland National Sailing Academy. If you have any questions or would like further information, then please do not hesitate to contact us.

WPNSA, Osprey Quay, Portland, Dorset DT5 1SA Telephone: 01305 866000 Email: reception@wpnsa.org.uk

Fax: 01305 866001 Website: www.wpnsa.org.uk

You can also interact with us on Facebook and Twitter: Twitter: twitter.com/WPNSA Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/11377750141/

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Lodge

Bed & Breakfast Hotel

Bed and Breakfast

Close to Easton village, offering 30 clean and comfortable ensuite bedrooms, Portland Lodge provides good breakfasts and free Wi-Fi, at the heart of the Jurassic coast. There is free off-road parking for cars and trailers. Group bookings welcome.

Situated on the Isle of Portland, the tourist lodge is just 1.5 miles from The National Sailing Academy (we are recommended by the RYA and NSA) and only one mile from the main dive centres.

Each room has a private shower room, a TV and tea/coffee facilities.

Portland Lodge has first floor bedrooms with easy access.

Excellent accommodation and facilities for wheelchair-users and the disabled. Portland Lodge offers a choice of 7 different rooms that have been specifically designed for the physically disabled, one of which is for permanent wheelchair users.

Portland Lodge has been rated “1” under the National Accessible Scheme which was reviewed and assessed by the Weymouth & Portland Access Group.

“Was good value for money. Lovely food and friendly staff.

Certainly would stay again.”

Mandy - Chatham, UK Sept. 2012

Portland Lodge also features an equipment room for sailors, anglers and divers. A great base from which to explore the fabulous Dorset coast.

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Easton Lane, Portland, Dorset DT5 1BW Telephone: 01305 820265 • Fax: 01305 860359 • Mobile: 07980 388 789 email: info@portlandlodge.com • www.portlandlodge.com

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