2017 Coastal Guide by Tim Allen

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CoastalGuide 2017

Events

Directory

Guides

Water Sports

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The Tidemill Yacht Harbour is a long established marina in Woodbridge where you can moor your boat safely and relax and enjoy the gentle, unspoilt surroundings at your leisure. The team are on hand for berthing, lifts, cleaning, winter storage and all the running repairs and maintenance your boat may need. We also boast a brand new Travel-Hoist, impressive shower/washroom amenities and fully equipped workshops.

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Welcome

2017 looks like a bumper year. When we started this guide, we covered 300 events - now you will find over 600 events for the East Coast alone - we’re a very busy coastline. This guide is all about using the whole coast in as many different ways we can think of: open water swimming, foraged foodstuffs, Stand Up Paddleboarding and sailing from foiling catamarans to the annual smack races. It’s all in here.

CONTACTS

Thank you to the clubs who supply so many of the event details, and the advertisers who keep this little publication going every year.

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Now, everyone says, Ohh - look at our website or follow us on social media, but in our case it’s worth it! All the events are regularly updated, including changes to dates and times so it’s worth checking there first, but there is so much more to see, read and do that simply wont fit in 100 pages including area guides, more book and kit reviews and special offers through our advertising friends. And you can download the free Coastal App for your iPhone and Android from here too. Do you want to get involved? We always need fresh content for the guide and the website, and encourage all submissions including writing, photography and illustrations. Please get in touch if you have an interesting story, or something you’d like us to write about. Thank you Tim & Gill

Contributors this year:

Marc Fovargue-Davies Foraging, Foiling & more

Jodi Whitby Open Water Swimming 3

CONTENTS

Coastal Guide ‘17 10.

Regatta & Festivals Including the Harwich Sea Festival

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Classically Minded A look at the traditional racing scene

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Environment We all need to take care of our coast

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Open Water Swiumming It seemed like a good idea in August...

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Extreme sailing A look at foiling catamarans

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Events It’s what we’re all about!

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Directory Business to support your passions

Contents 4

“it’s all going on!

News around the coast

Regatta & Festivals

Fun on the rivers

Classic Races & Meets

Push the Boat Out

Our coastal environment

Shark eggs!

Arthur Ransome

Burnham Rowing

Open Swimming Adventure

Ever so SUP-ple

Lowestoft Ferry

Thames events

Foiling catamarans

Foraging for lunch

Shellfish festivals

Bookshelf & Competition

Rotten Sailor

EVENTS

Club listings

Business Directory

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News from around the coast Suffolk Yacht Harbour marks 50th anniversary The east coast’s largest independent marina welcomes two new on-site businesses and continues investment in its facilities From flooded farmland in 1967 to the east coast’s largest privately-owned marina, Suffolk Yacht Harbour (SYH) on the River Orwell has come a long way in the last 50 years. SYH managing director Jonathan Dyke comments, “Since Suffolk Yacht Harbour was founded in 1967, the marina has grown from 12 acres and 40 berths to a 550-berth yachting hub receiving over 3,000 local and visiting yachtsmen each year.” Jonathan adds, “The site has changed significantly in 50 years and we have enjoyed several ‘milestone moments;’ from TV presenter Griff Rhys Jones opening the Harbour Centre to appearing on BBC’s Countryfile for our work with the local environment. “We are continuing to invest to ensure we maintain high quality facilities and services for berth holders and marina users. This year, we are delighted to welcome two new on-site businesses and look forward to unveiling our refurbished shower block facilities in the spring.” Adding to its existing partner businesses, Suffolk Yacht Harbour welcomes Evolution

Rigging and Seapower Marine Electronics to the site this year. With twelve marine companies now based at Suffolk Yacht Harbour, the marina offers a full ‘one-stop shop’ for both sailing and motor yacht maintenance and requirements on the east coast. Due to be completed in March 2017, the shower block refurbishment represents a significant investment. The project involves the demolition of everything but the current walls, which will be raised to facilitate a vaulted ceiling to allow maximum light and ventilation. The spacious new building will house individual wet and dry areas, as well as under floor heating, LED lighting and modern fittings. Suffolk will also host this year’s 17th annual Classic Regatta on 17th-18th June, which is the largest event of its kind for classic yachts on the east coast.

Fox’s Marina & Boatyard celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. The business has come a long way since it’s early beginnings in the 1920’s, when Charlie Fox started out making sailing dinghies in a shed on the banks of the River Orwell in Ipswich. It’s unlikely that Charlie Fox could have foreseen that the name he gave his fledgling business nearly a century ago would be recognised today as one of the UK’s most established and respected yacht refit and repair yards.

Following their fire last year, Tollesbury Marina have refurbished their office, brokerage and chandlery building over the Summer & Autumn. The layout has altered somewhat with the harbour master welcoming visitors as they enter, Woodrolfe Brokerage are located at the far end overlooking the salt marshes and the Repair section has a new office in between! The chandlery is now starting to fill with stock again and will concentrate on all the boating “staples” such as paint, rope, cleaning materials, nuts, bolts and screws as well as charts & books. Tollesbury has 2 boat shows:

Spring Boat Show 23/24 April 10am to 4pm Autumn Boat Show 14/15 October 10am to 4pm

Norfolk Gin Run

Sustainable deliveries on the East coast On Saturday 6th May the Coastal Exploration Company will set sail from Wells-Next-the-Sea on a journey to Norwich via Gt Yarmouth in their 1950’s Whelk boat, ‘Salford’. The journey is a foray into sustainable delivery, using sail and the power of the wind to carry local cargo around the coast. On the outward journey Salford will carry a consignment of Norfolk Grey Seal coffee and Saffron which will be exchanged in the city for a return cargo of Norfolk Gin and our very own Coastal Guides. These will be delivered to Wells, Morston, Burnham Overy and Thornham. The trip is the brainchild of Henry Chamberlain, the owner of the Coastal Exploration Company who explained his ambitions for the voyage. ‘We are hoping to re-establish one of Norfolk’s coastal trading routes in an attempt to offer an environmentally friendly method of delivering cargo, and in doing so investing in our own future’. From Great Yarmouth to Norwich and back Henry will be accompanied by clients from the Purfleet Trust, supported by Wells Coastal Communities Team. They will be joining the journey as part of the crew and hopefully gaining a positive life affirming experience along the way. When not delivering cargo the Coastal

Exploration Company undertakes bespoke adventures around the North Norfolk Coast in a range of traditional fishing boats. Exploring the creeks and backwaters under sail guests can discover parts of the coast only accessible by boat. Trips can be combined with good old fashioned adventure, fishing, foraging for seafood and samphire, swimming and wild camping - the aim is to create that special connection with the natural environment in a way that wouldn’t ordinarily be possible. For more information on The Coastal Exploration Company, sustainable transport and trips see coastalexplorationcompany.co.uk

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Putting the ‘Sea’ back into sea festival Harwich Sea Festival & Lifeboat Day The grand finale of Harwich Lifeboat week will be the Sea Festival on the Sun 30th July. There will be loads going on both on and off the water including: Demonstrations by both Harwich lifeboats

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S.B. Victor alongside offering short cruises Sail training ketch Faramir Model yacht and boat demonstrations Dinghy & Skiff racing Tug demonstration Pilot boat open to the public Duck race at 1430 RNLI Stalls and activities 7 vintage Rolls Royce cars Cream Teas at the Boathouse Net making, boatbuilding and rope work demonstrations Harwich Haven Authority static display and information.

The Sea Festival will be opened by the Mayor of Harwich at 11a.m.

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Regattas

festivals

Brightlingsea Regatta & Boat Show This annual event returns once more to Morgan Marine and Brightlingsea waterfront and promises a weekend of fun on and off the water. Afloat there are some fantastic events lined up including races, displays and rescue demonstrations and a ‘try it weekend’ operated jointly by the Colne Yacht Club and Brightlingsea Sailing Club giving visitors the opportunity to try their hand at sailing. Both clubs will have yachts and sailing boats available throughout the weekend so there will be no excuse for not having a go. Ashore there will be plenty of new and second hand boats for sale, a range of stalls including marine clothing, marine jumble and associated trade stands selling everything from trailers, covers, and rigging to electronics. The Brightlingsea Town Regatta and Boat Show takes place on Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May. For more information please see:

www.brightlingseaboatshow.com

Tuesday 25th July

• Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 • Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1430 • Nautical Quiz @ The Alma 1930 Wednesday 26th July

• Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 • Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1430 • Seafood demonstration & tasting @ Harwich Town Sailing Club 1930 ** • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Thursday 27th July

Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 Redoubt Beer Festival 1100 to 2300 Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1430 Richard Woodman on M Navy during 1st WW @ RNLI Boathouse 1900 **

Friday 28th July

Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 Redoubt Beer Festival 1100 to 2300 Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1430 Fish & Chip evening cruise from 1/2d Pier on sailing barge Victor 1800 ** Sea Shanties in Harwich Pubs

Saturday 29th July

Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 2 x 3 hour river cruises from 1/2d Pier on sailing barge Victor 0930 & 1300** Visits to Harwich Haven Authority VTS Ops room 1100, 1230, 1400** Redoubt Beer Festival 1100 to 2300 Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1400 Concert by Colchester Brass Band on LV18 1500 Rides in vintage Rolls Royce cars Sunday 30th July

• Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 • Sea Festival day (see separate programme)

** Tickets required and available from 1st July Watch for publicity or visit Harwich Lifeboat Week 2017 on Facebook to keep updated

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Monday 24th July

• Pirate radio broadcasting live from LV18 • Historic Harwich maritime trail tour by Harwich Society 1430 • Film @ Electric Palace 1930 TBA **

Mersea Week Mersea Week is an extremely popular sailing regatta organised jointly by West Mersea Yacht Club and the Dabchicks sailing club on Mersea Island in Essex. It is a ‘family and friends’-oriented week and welcomes entrants and sailors from near and far. The sheltered waters of the River Blackwater provide perfect conditions and space to run daily racing with expert race management and courses for all. The week includes many traditions, not least the ‘Round the Island Race’, (Mersea Island), for the coveted Coconut Trophy. This race is for dinghies only and this year is on 23rd August.

Regattas

festivals

With an organising committee that has many years of experience and expertise in race management, the event is steadily increasing in popularity. Last year there was a record entry of nearly 200 vessels, coming from many different UK clubs, travelling far and wide to take part. The boats ranged from dinghies and ancient fishing smacks, to classic historic sailing craft, with appropriate courses for all. The week will conclude with a spectacular firework finish. www.merseaweek.org

Burnham Week Burnham Week is arguably the longest running annual yacht regatta on the mainland of the UK and this year it celebrates its 125th Anniversary. There is much planned to make this an extra special event including the possibility of a Royal visit during the week. The event which runs from Saturday 27th August to Saturday 2nd September is broken down into two separate regattas; one over the Bank Holiday weekend and the other taking place mid week with the final Saturday hosting the famous Town Cup Race. On the water Burnham Week 2017 will include classes for Multihulls, IRC, Local Handicaps 5 and 6, Squibs, Royal Burnham One Design, Royal Corinthian One Design, Ospreys, Phantoms, Finn Class and Dinghies. Any new classes wanting to enter will be most welcome. Social events including Cocktail Parties, Dinners, Prize Giving Ceremonies, BBQs and entertainment back up the full programme. This years event coincides with the Bank Holiday Monday Quay Day which last year attracted thousands of visitors and is a fun day for everyone. Competitors can enter for the whole 8 days or any part of the week they wish. Burnham Week supports the RNLI and during the week funds are also raised to support the local Air Ambulance. www.burnhamweek.org 12

Don’t miss Brightlingsea’s best weekend of 2017! Brightlingsea BOAT SHOW & REGATTA Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th May. Starts 10am

Come and join in this FREE weekend of fun,

boating, food & drink, displays, entertainment, bargains and much more for the whole family!

• New and used boats on display • Plenty of races and fun on the water • ‘Blessing of the Water’ ceremony (Sunday) • Live music, trade stands, clubs, etc • Childrens entertainment • Lots of free ‘have a go’ sessions • Ferry trips around the regatta • Model boats racing (Sunday) • Plenty of food and drink to suit all tastes

Saturday evening culminates in a fantastic free firework display, over the water, around 9.30pm.

Look out for free maps and programmes at local shops to help you navigate your way through the weekend and not miss the action! Stand spaces are still available for trade and clubs, go to www.brightlingseaboatshow.com

Fun on the river There will be gig racing on the river attended by teams from all over the east coast. With the finishing line just metres from the pontoons the racing will be a good opportunity to see these Essex built boats in action. Confirmed boats for 2017 so far include: Vic 96, a Steam Coasting Lighter (‘Puffer’) Old Gaffers Association SY Marigold, a 44ft Gravesend Bawley Touchstone tug, a 1962 21m Thames tugboat Cirdan Sailing Trust with Duet. 49ft Oyster from Adventures Offshore & the Sea Scouts James Steven’s No. 14 Lifeboat Dutch Sailing Barge Drie Gebroeders

Fambridge River Festival

The annual Fambridge River festival is a celebration of all that is great about sailing on the East Coast. The one-day event celebrates the famous River Crouch with activities on and off the water. It attracts a wide range of classic and historical boats which are available for visitors to look around. These include Thames Sailing Barges, sailing Smacks and the Vic 96 steam powered barge. The RNLI Sea Safety Clinic are on hand to give free-of-charge lifejacket inspections and the HM Coastguard team will also be displaying their latest equipment.

Off the water there will be lots of stalls and fun and games for all the family. The 2017 Fambridge River Festival takes place on 28th May at Fambridge Yacht Haven. www.yachthavens.com/fambridge

Wroxham Week Hosted by the Norfolk Broads Yacht Club Wroxham week comprises 7 days of racing on Wroxham Broad. The regatta is open to all single and doublehanded dinghies (Allcomers B, handicap racing),including Norfolk One Design with separate races for the Optimist fleet, keelboats including Broads One Design, Yare and Bure One Design, Yeoman (Allcomers A), Star and River Cruisers registered through the River Cruiser Class. The week is rounded off with the Norfolk Broads Yacht Club Open Regatta with racing in all classes. The on water action is accompanied by a full programme of evening entertainment making this a busy and fun week for everyone. www.nbyc.co.uk 14

Pyefleet Week Pyefleet week is one of Britains premier dinghy and day boat regattas. It is the largest event of its kind on the East Coast with up to 150 entries annually. This year the event will take place from the 5 to the 12th of August with class racing and handicap racing held each day. There is something for everyone from Olympic class dinghies to classic day boats with all levels of ability welcomed and caters for. The competitors include a cross section of sailors – from Olympic medallists, World, European, National and Youth Champions to weekend warriors, cadets, and complete beginners.

North West Norfolk Sailing Week The North West Norfolk Sailing Week is a unique regatta which takes place annually on the North Norfolk Coast. It is sailed at 6 different clubs – Hunstanton SC, Brancaster Staithe SC, Blakeney SC, Wells SC, Burnham Overy Staithe SC, Ouse Amateur SC and Snettisham Beach SC which each offer their own sailing conditions and challenges. This gives the regatta a unique feel and provides a great test of helmsmanship.

This year the 68th North West Norfolk Sailing Week takes place from 5th - 12th August beginning at Hunstanton Sailing Club Each day starts with a Club breakfast, followed and finishing at Snettisham Beach sailing Club. by the legendary Pyefleet Lunch Buffet Table Over the course of the which features a week there is one race range of home-made day with 9 in total fare. In the evenings, Got an event? Let us know! per so that there is a good there’s a Club supper, balance between sailing followed by a variety Just mail us at: and holiday time. The of entertainment short tidal windows including live bands, a quiz night and various info@coastal.events and mean there are no long postponements fleet-led fun nights. and plenty of time to we’ll do the rest get out onto the local Throughout the week beaches or explore the there will be various wider area. The racing activities available to is as competitive as any but the atmosphere is keep the kids entertained. There is a sandy always friendly and relaxed. beach right outside the Sailing Club, there are The thing that makes this regatta so interesting walks along the River Colne and Brightlingsea is the varied sailing on offer at the different Creek, playgrounds, a seawater paddling pool, locations. Hunstanton and Snettisham Beach Brightlingsea’s outdoor swimming pool (one SC’s are situated in the Wash offering large of the few remaining outdoor lidos still in open sea courses. The Ouse Amateur Sailing operation), and the ever-popular crabbing Club in King’s Lynn offers tidal river racing from Brightlingsea Hard. with smaller waves and large tides. The largest coastal salt marshes in the world stretch On the Wednesday the club holds their annual Big Wednesday race which is an all in handicap between Brancaster Staithe and Blakeney, split into various natural harbours and creeks. These for anyone who wants to enter. provide a combination of open sea and estuary sailing in a truly beautiful location. Pyefleet Week is organised and run by The facilities on offer by the host clubs are Brightlingsea Sailing Club members. The club as varied as the sailing and you will find a operates an open door policy throughout fantastic range of catering and hospitality on the week and welcomes visiting sailors, their offer. All entrants are honorary members of friends and families. all clubs for the week.as part of the British pyefleetweek.sailbrightlingsea.com seafaring nation.

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Classically minded The inaugural event in 2016 attracted 45 entries from all over the UK and Holland as well as a good turnout from the club’s own Whether you’re a keen racer or a social sailor, Loch Longs and Lapwings. There was a great SYH’s annual Classic Regatta welcomes boats range of boats including vintage I14’s, National of all abilities across fast, slow and Stella 12’s, Lowrider Moths,Finn, Enterprise, classes. Taking place on 17th - 18th June, the Albacore and what may be the last Lazy E still regatta weekend comprises two days’ of coastal sailing in the U.K.On the dayboat front the racing in Dovercourt Bay, Harwich Harbour, club welcomed visitors from Brightlingsea and the Orwell and Stour estuaries. and Wivenhoe with their one designs and On Saturday evening, post-racing drinks in the from Scotland Bobby Salmond, sailing Flying Fifteen 202 Silver Fox. This boat is part of AYC HPYC lightship will be followed by dinner and history having been owned for a long time by live music onboard the lightship, the home of the Goodson family and under their ownership Haven Ports Yacht Club. won the 1959 Nationals. There is still a picture www.syharbour.co.uk in the clubhouse of that winning feat.

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Aldeburgh Classic Boat Weekend After the success of last years Aldeburgh Classic Boat Weekend, Aldeburgh Yacht Club will be holding its second Classic Dinghy and Dayboat weekend on 10/11 June. This is an open event for classic dayboats and dinghies which were designed before 1965 and built before 1985. There will be three races over the weekend including a concours d’Elegance competition for the dinghies followed by a meal and live music on the Saturday evening. Free camping and caravan parking on site, Keelboat moorings/slipping available (booking essential). 18

The weather was a touch windy for some of the more delicate dinghies but all owners enjoyed watching the racing particularly on Sunday when the two Flying Fifteens finished 2 seconds apart. More than 70 sailors sat down

for an informal Curry Supper on the Saturday followed by live music from “The Random Blues Company”. Details for the 2017 event can be obtained from the Aldeburgh Yacht Club website or from the Secretary on 01728 452562 www.aldeburghyc.org.uk

Norfolk Oyster & Gypsy Regatta The Norfolk Oyster has been an iconic boat of the North Norfolk coast for over 25 years. Nearly 150 of the perennially-popular clinkerstyle GRP 17-footers are out there sailing. Neil Thompson has been building them for 19 of those years – first for the dinghy’s originator Charlie Ward, and since Charlie’s retirement in 2006 under his own name. The 20ft Norfolk Gypsy pocket cruiser is nearly as popular, with over 125 built, and there are other options in the range – the 13ft Urchin, the 25ft Smuggler and recently the Oyster-based motor launch Explorer. Neil, with his wife Richenda and their team build and maintain them (and run a brokerage for them) at their farm-based boatyard in Glandford, a few miles inland from Blakeney – it’s an attractive destination in itself, with tea and cakes at the little café next door a must. A few years ago they had the idea of running a regatta for the boats – many of which are kept and sailed in local waters. It’s now become a permanent calendar fixture, and a familyfriendly one offering a great days sailing

followed by fish and chip supper at The Anchor Pub. Norfolk Oyster and Norfolk Gypsy Worlds regatta will be held on Friday 28th July and Saturday 29th July 2017 www.neilthompsonboats.co.uk

Thames Smack and Barge races

The tradition of racing Thames barges on the East Coast goes back to 1863 when the need to move cargo around at speed was essential if the barges were to compete effectively with the advent of steam powered transport. Henry Dodd, a wealthy businessman, introduced the idea of a barge races to encourage the building of faster and more effective vessels. This tradition of racing is still alive today with a series of barge and smack matches scheduled along the Kent, Essex and Suffolk Coasts. These matches are organised by various committees and clubs under the coordination of the Sailing Barge Association. Points are awarded for each race and added together to determine the champion for the year. If you would like to watch a barge race there are some good on land vantage points for many of the matches or if you would like to view from the water Topsail Charters and Sailing Barge Victor run barge trips to several of the events. If you have never seen these gorgeous old vessels racing you really should try and get to your local match, it is well worth it. www.sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

Classic Regatta Suffolk Yacht Harbour Presents the 16th Annual

The 2017 Classic Regatta will take place on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th June. Two daysâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; racing in the Dovercourt Bay, Harwich Harbour, and the Orwell and Stour Estuaries.

All Photos: Emily Harris

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Push the Boat Out

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Push the boat out is an annual RYA initiative aimed at getting people out on the water. It is run in conjunction with local sailing and watersports clubs and is open to anyone who wants to come along and discover what getting afloat is all about. This year the RYA Push the Boat Out initiative runs from 13-21 May with many of the regions sailing clubs holding their own open day events. We feature a few of these here but please check out our website for information on what is happening at your local club.

will be short river trips offering views of the estuary from a different perspective and light refreshments in the club house. Bring warm clothing, a spirit of adventure and discover a fun hobby, a great club and new friends. To find out more contact Sarah Davies: training@aldeburghyc.org.uk www.aldeburghyc.org.uk

East Coast Clubs and watersports centres Pushing the Boat out this year include:

Alton Water

Alton Water are opening their doors on 13th May for their Push the Boat Out day. Activities on offer include sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, paddle boarding and rowing. Everyone is welcome to come along and try something new but booking is advisable. Please call 01473 328 408

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Blakeney Sailing Club

On Saturday and Sunday, 13th & 14th May, Blakeney Sailing Club will once again be taking part in the RYA Push the Boat Out initiative -TRY SAILING. The Coastal Rowing Association of Blakeney, CRAB, rowers will all be involved in this event offering taster sessions in their St Ayles skiffs. This is a great initiative and is open to all, so if you fancy learning to sail or row pop along to the Quay.

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Aldeburgh Yacht Club

It’s open house at Aldeburgh Yacht Club on Sunday 21 May and everyone is invited to come and enjoy some sailing. This is a nationwide Royal Yachting Association (RYA) initiative to encourage people to try their hand in a boat, be it a dinghy, a yacht or a motor boat. At Aldeburgh Yacht Club experienced sailors will be on hand to show you the ropes and take you out on the water. There 22

Saint Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

SESCA will be holding their Push the Boat Out Club Open Day at Lackford Lake, five miles NW of Bury St Edmunds, on 21 May from 10.30am-4pm.

There will be sailing taster sessions and joy rides on offer so come along and have a go. Buoyancy aids will be provided but please bring soft soled shoes, a towel and a change of clothes if you want to sail - as you may get wet! Representatives of other organisations that sail at the Club, including the Bury St Edmunds, Newmarket and Mildenhall Sea Cadets; YPA (Young People Afloat); Suffolk Scouts and WASH Sailability will be on hand to answer questions.

Whether you are interested in dinghy sailing (pottering or racing), canoeing, windsurfing or just like the great outdoors, you are most welcome to visit the Club to see what they have to offer. Unfortunately no dogs are permitted on the site, as the Club is located in a Nature Reserve. www.westsuffolksailing.org.uk

Marconi Sailing Club Located on a beautiful stretch of the River Blackwater Marconi Sailing Club are opening their doors on 13th May for their annual open day. This is a free event and there is no need to book, just turn up and find out what the club is all about. There will be dinghies, catamarans, windsurfers and yachts as well as a rowing gig on the water plus childrens activities, arts and crafts, live entertainment, food and refreshments. introductory try sailing sessions will be running throughout the day and all equipment will be provided. www.marconi-sc.org.uk

Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club Based at the mouth of the River Deben Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club will be holding their RYA Push The Boat Out event on 20th May between 2pm - 5.30pm If you fancy giving sailing a go head down to the club with some old clothes and be ready for a 2pm kick off. Simply turn up, pick a time slot, jump in a boat and enjoy some time on the water! Free of charge! Sessions afloat will last approximately 30 minutes or more depending on demand and are suitable for ages 6 and up. Booking is not essential however to avoid disappointment please email the club in advance sailing@ffsc.co.uk.ffsc.co.uk

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The Norfolk based club opens its doors for its Open Day on Saturday 20th May as part of the RYA â&#x20AC;&#x153;Push The Boat Outâ&#x20AC;? initiative. Everyone is welcome to come along and try sailing. There will be free sailing taster sessions on the sea and on the lake from 12.30. Food and drinks will be available and there will be plenty of opportunity to enjoy the newly improved clubhouse. There is no need to book in advance just come along on the day and get sailing! www.snetbeach.co.uk 23

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arine litter is becoming a major problem nationally with the occurrence of plastics being the greatest cause for concern. If you have ever walked the beach after a storm or a high tide it is sadly something you cannot escape. Plastic bottles, plastic netting, plastic bags, are common finds along the strand line. Alarmingly plastic is now the most commonly found element in the ocean with estimates of 46,000 pieces of plastic floating in every square mile of ocean.

Scheduled beach cleans in the east include: 29th April, Sea Palling 12 midday 7th May, Mundesley 11 am 11th May, Happisburgh 4pm 14th May, Old Hunstanton Beach 10.30am 20th May, Sea Palling 10am 17th June, Mundesley 2pm 18 June, Jubilee Beach, Southend 10am 2nd July, Sea Palling 10am 16th July, Old Hunstanton Beach 10.30am 17 Sept, Jubilee Beach, Southend 10:00am 17 Dec, Jubilee Beach, Southend 10:00am

This is a disaster for the natural environment because unlike other materials it does not break down easily or quickly, in fact every single piece of plastic that was ever made is still in existence. It is also highly toxic to marine life. Over 100,000 marine mammals and over 1 million seabirds die every year from ingestion of and entanglement in marine litter.

Of course it is not always possible or convenient to join an organised beach clean, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help and do something positive for our local beach. If you need some inspiration then look no further than Martin Dorey and Tab Parry who in 2009 set up the Beach Clean Network, a not for profit organisation which encourages beach cleaning around the UK 2 minutes at a time.

Beachwatch is the national beach cleaning and litter surveying programme organised by the Marine Conservation Society MCS With MCS beach cleans throughout the year there are plenty of opportunities to help out. To find your nearest MCS beach clean see www.mcsuk.org

Whilst this may seem insignificant Martin believes that every piece of litter removed from the beach reduces the scale of the problem, so it doesn’t matter if you do 2 minutes or 30 its all good. To find out more about the Beach Clean Network and the hashtag 2minutebeachclean see beachclean.net

Sea watch Caring for our coastal environment is not all about picking up litter, there are other ways to get involved. The Sea Watch Foundation is a national marine environmental charity working to improve the conservation of whales, dolphins and porpoises in the seas around Britain and Ireland. It aims to raise awareness of marine mammals and the threats they face by educating and involving the public in activities and scientific monitoring. Ever year the Sea Watch Foundation runs a National Whale and Dolphin watch, with the aim of generating a “snapshot” of what is in UK coastal waters and to raise awareness of the diversity of species that can be found here. It is free to take part and is open to all. The 2017 National Whale and Dolphin watch takes place all round the UK coastline from 29th July – 6th August. www.seawatchfoundation.org.uk

of crustaceans, blue mussel beds, over 30 species of sea slug, many different fish species including Atlantic cod, ballan wrasse, corkwing wrasse, flounder, goldsinny, pollack, rock cook and seabass as well as larger species including harbour porpoises, and grey and harbour seals. The reef is a diverse and vibrant habitat full of amazing wildlife, yet few of us will ever get to see it. Cromer’s famous pier enables visitors to walk out above the chalk although you might not realise what is actually beneath you. The legs of the pier form an artificial reef which leads to the real thing. Wildlife is always nearby, just not always visible. There are currently 50 designated marine conservations zones around the UK with more planned for 2017-18. Potential new areas include Orford Inshore, Kentish Knock East and the Thames Estuary. For more information on the Cromer Chalk reef and the other potential East Coast sites see www.wildlifetrusts.org/mczs If you would like to learn to dive or would like to join a dive club and explore the Norfolk Coast with other divers the following clubs are available in Norfolk:

Cromer Shoal Chalk Beds Marine Conservation Zone In January 2016 a unique area of our Norfolk coastline 200m off shore was given special marine protection. The area which stretches from Weybourrne to Happisborough comprises a chalk reef, thought to be the largest in Europe. Made up of boulders, stacks and arches the reef harbours an amazing abundance of marine life and provides a home for many species of sponges and seaweeds. These in turn support large communities

North Norfolk Divers are a club which runs an active dive program between April - October. They also offer try dive lessons and training and welcome new members from experienced divers to complete beginners. www.northnorfolkdivers.co.uk Anglian Divers are a friendly scuba diving club based in Norwich, but with members from across East Anglia. They cater for beginners as well as advanced divers and carry out shore and boat diving off the Norfolk Norfolk coast. www.angliandivers.co.uk

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Arthur Ransome Pin Mill Jamboree For those of us who grew up with the Swallows and Amazons books, wishing we could sail away on a carefree adventure, the East Coast is a special place. It is the setting for two of Arthur Ransome’s books - We Didn’t Mean to Go to Sea and Secret Water and it was also a place where Ransome himself loved to sail. It seems that the passage of time has had little effect on this part of the coast. Alma Cottage at Pin Mill, the fictional holiday home of the Walker children still looks as pretty today as it was described in the books and if you look at Ransome’s sketches of Pin Mill you will find that little has changed. This year is the 80th anniversary of the publication of We Didn’t Mean to Go to Sea and the 50th anniversary of Ransome’s death. To mark these occasions there are a series of events and projects planned for the year starting off with the Pin Mill Arthur Ransome Jamboree on the13th May. This will take the form of a 30’s style fete with fun activities for the whole family on the village green and a series of talks in the sailing club. Nancy Blackett, the yacht Ransome owned when he lived in the area, and which became the ‘Goblin’ in We Didn’t Mean to Go to Sea, will be at the centre of the celebrations and will be moored at the end of the new pontoon on the waterfront. On the 4th June Nancy Blackett will set sail for Holland in a recreation of the fictional voyage made by the Goblin. She will depart from the Royal Harwich Yacht Club and will be accompanied along the River Orwell by a 30

flotilla of yachts and boats. The organisers are keen for as many boats as possible to join in so if you would like to be part of the flotilla please register in advance by emailing: office.manager@royalharwich.co.uk For those who can’t join in the celebrations on the water a new walking route with signs and interpretation boards has been established along the banks of the Orwell. The six mile Arthur Ransome Trail runs from the Butt and Oyster at Pin Mill to the Bristol Arms at Shotley and follows the passage of the Goblin in chapter 4 of ‘We Didn’t Mean To Go To Sea’. All the celebrations are being organised by the local community council with support from the Pin Mill Sailing Club Social and The Pin Mill Studio. Also involved are members of the Arthur Ransome Society and the Nancy Blackett Trust. For more information on any of the events planned for 2017 please see nancyblackett.org

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Training boost for Burnham Coastal Rowing Burnham-on-Crouch Coastal Rowing Club are delighted to have been awarded funding from the Magnox Socioeconomic Scheme which will go towards essential coaching courses and a launching trolley. The £2,200 grant will be used to set up a new development training programme to encourage people of all ages and abilities from the community to become more active. Club chairman Dawn Wood explained the motivation behind the programme ‘Over the years of being involved with the club we have spoken to many members of the community and it has become clear that many of them have never been out on the water despite Burnham on Crouch being famous for its sailing and the river being the main focus of the town. Many people think that waterborne activities are expensive and beyond their means. By hosting open days at the rowing club and encouraging people to try rowing we are able to demonstrate that anyone can become involved in a club that has a high quality of training and equipment for very little cost. ‘ Dawn has recently qualified with British rowing to teach man over board, and is an established first aid and RYA instructor. She plans to run courses for members improving safety not only during rowing activities but on the water in general.

Part of the clubs structured training programme will be dedicate sessions for younger people age 14-18. These will provide opportunities to train together and enable instructors to concentrate on their specific requirements, hopefully building a solid youth contingent within the club. The training programme will include leisure rowing, competitive rowing, coaching sessions, safety training, first aid, Navigation, seamanship and social meetings. All members of the club will be encouraged to take part in this project no matter what their experience or ability. Rowing and theory sessions will take place every Thursday evening and Sunday morning lasting a minimum of one hour depending on the type of session. The programme has been designed by Dawn Wood and sessions will be delivered by Dawn, Jaime Wood (Men’s captain) and Bridie Hughes (Ladies captain). All three members will be sent on British Rowing coaching courses. In just under 3 months Burnham on Crouch rowing club has achieved a huge amount having secured funding towards their project from Sport England, Magnox and the Burnham on Crouch Carnival committee. Club members have also committed to funding the project by taking part in sponsored events, fundraising dinners and organising rowing race events. boccrc.teamapp.com

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Their cries grow distant as the icy water laps higher around my thighs, pulling me deeper and deeper. The sound of my own sharp breathing engulfing my ears as my body surrenders to the swelling sea. Then, overwhelmed by a wave of peacefulness, time stands still and I am acutely aware of every living cell in my body. It is then, in this moment, that everything is RIGHT with me. I have always swum, always had a fascination with water. My dad pulled me from a rock pool when I was barely 18 months old. I had wanted to see the fish but, being so young, didn’t appreciate the technicalities of breathing underwater, or not. Poor dad! But still, approaching my half century, I continue to be drawn to the glistening, undulating and seemingly endless journeys of rivers, lakes, lidos and seas...and I’m certainly not alone with such urges. According to the UK based Outdoor Swimming Society, its membership numbers have risen to a staggering 25000 since being founded in 2006. That’s a lot of people getting their kit off to plunge into open, often incredibly cold, water throughout the year. There’s gotta be something in it, right? But before we all jump headlong into the nearest lagoon, there is a lot to consider, most importantly regarding safety - you can’t and shouldn’t just swim anywhere. There is an element of risk and it’s the swimmer’s responsibility to research

local information fully: tides, lifeguards, even sewage outfall; it’s your job to do your homework before you go in. The Internet is full of such crucial information and people whose brains you can pick for more. Highly recommended is the Outdoor Swimming Society website. The OSS aims to represent the interests of all the different kinds of outdoor swimmer by providing inspiration, connection and community. It’s teeming with guidance for novices through to the seasoned swimmer. There’s information on where to swim and about events, tips on safety and a host of other aspects such as what to wear - or not. It’s Facebook page is a perfect place to connect people, share projects, websites, advice, photos, videos, stories, experiences and ideas. I didn’t know it existed until the swimming bug caught me. Other swimmers recounts can be fascinating, sometimes shocking but most, I find, are poetic. I guess the most common question people ask is: “How can you cope getting into cold water?” - well that’s a polite version of their question. It takes time. It’s best to acclimatise by getting regular swimming exposure weekly, daily if possible. The more you do it, even if only briefly, the more you’ll improve your tolerance. That said, I’ve experienced feeling very peculiar after staying in only the merest of minutes too long - it’s not a good feeling and one I’m always vigilant to avoid repeating. It can be scary for you and those around you. As we know, when it comes to water - she’s the boss! So what drives this compulsion, this passion, this madness? Good question. At the time of writing it’s a bleak late February afternoon and my swim buddy is urgently texting me to arrange a meetup. Every week we drive 30 minutes to the West Sussex coast and wade in. It all started back in the summer as swim training sessions for triathlons; we genuinely didn’t set out to keep swimming 35

throughout autumn...and then winter. But every week it excitedly drew us back despite the falling mercury - something was happening, something good and we felt it. In the recent coldest weeks we’ve forgone swim training sessions, preferring instead to bob about, and laugh loudly. We’ve also been known to burst into impromptu song, thankfully this doesn’t happen often. It’s become our escape; two self-employed women with all the responsibilities of mothering seven children between us. Indeed, the car journey to the sea is often a lighthearted therapy session during which we confide our concerns for our children, schooling, work, life, the universe… Modern living can be full-on and often we conclude that we really don’t have the time to strip off and head into the tide, but we still do. I think we’ve learnt that we absolutely need to. Once we’re in that cold, oh so cold water, we marvel at the

changing colours of land, sea and sky. It’s effortless to drift on that sparkling path of reflected sunlight, guiding us home to some far-off imagined utopia. Floating away momentarily we look back at the shoreline, back at our land-locked lives and something magical happens - we are released from the dogma, our primal sense of existence is heightened and truly we feel ALIVE. Jodi Whitby is an artist and forest school leader. For further information or to contact Jodi please visit www.jodiwhitby.co.uk Felixstowe Swimscapes is a friendly, open and free group of open water swimmers. Not so much a club as there are no joining fees it is really a group of like minded people meeting up for a swim. It is open to all ages and abilities. Felixstowe Swimscapes was set up in 2012 by local sea swimmer and coach Seamus Bennett and now has well over 400 members. The group swims all year round and meets on Saturday mornings at 10:30 at beach hut 207 Undercliff Rd East, IP11 7LS. In the summer the group meets at 6pm on Mondays. Felixstowe Swimscapes is a very supportive and informal group, and includes some very experienced sea swimmers as well as novices to the sport. f you are interested in going along for a swim please make contact via Swimscapes Facebook Page You should be able to swim quite confidently but speed isn’t important. Wetsuits are optional – the main thing is to look out for each other and enjoy the experience. For more information please see:

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If you love the idea of swimming outdoors but don’t feel confident in the sea or rivers then there are several lidos on the East Coast which are a great alternative.

Organised wild swimming

Brightlingsea Lido

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Brightlingsea’s open air swimming pool was built in 1933 and is located just off the Western Promenade. Originally built as a salt water pool, it is now a two-level, non-heated freshwater facility ideal for all the family. There is a 15m children’s pool and a 50m main swimming pool, with a 2.0m diving pit located in the deep end. The pool is open from May to September. For more information see: tendringdc.gov.uk

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The Canoe Man offers wild swimming trails in the tranquil waters of the Upper River Brue in the Norfolk Broads. These are suitable for all levels and abilities and are lead by qualified instructors. For tailor made wild swimming adventures why not try the Coastal Exploration Company and combine your swim with a relaxing sail aboard a traditional Norfolk fishing boat. A unique experience which will allow you to truly connect with the coastal environment.

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For more information on outdoor swimming visit the Outdoor Swimming Society

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Woodup Pool is a salt water amenity pool with an area of sand at one end. It is located by the marina and is surrounded by Tollesbury’s iconic sail lofts. Filled by the tide and controlled by a sluice gate the pool has been recently renovated and refreshments are available nearby.

East Coast Swim events in 2017

This year is the 110th anniversary of Woodup Pool and to mark the occasion there will be a special event on Saturday 15th July with plenty of fun and games for all the family including a raft race and its a knock out. The pool opens on 26th May and there is no charge for use. For more information please see

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Beccles Lido

Beccles lido is located next to the River Waveney in Puddingmoor. It is a large, heated, 30 x 15 meter pool originally built in 1959. Today it is owned by the Friends of Beccles Open Air Pool and is a great place to take the family. There are separate toddler and paddling pools and large grass and paved areas for relaxing. The lido is open from May to September and more information can be found at

Great East Swim takes place on 17th June at Alton water, Ipswich and has events over the following distances 1/2 mile, 1 mile, 2 mile, 5k distances. The Great East Swim 10k is also back by popular demand and will be 6 laps of the standard 1 mile course. On 22nd July Haven Hospices are holding their Great Pier swim at Chalkwell Beach, Southend over distances of 3.3k and 1k

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The Mersea Mile starts with a dive/jump off the floating pontoon jetty in West Mersea. Competitors then swim 750m along the coast through the moorings to the first beach, Shingle Point, behind the iconic houseboats and past shingle point, to return to the finish line on the beach. The race is in tidal conditions and will take place around slack high water. All in all making it a unique 1 mile Open Water Swim.

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Anni and her family live right on the banks of the Blackwater Estuary and treasure their time out in the landscape. ‘It is just spectacular where we live, the saltmarshes, estuarine landscape, flora and fauna and the pretty rivers that wind their way through the countryside are just amazing. It’s flat though, and muddy, but breathtakingly beautiful with sea birds and lovingly restored Thames Barges and fishing smacks sharing the water with dinghies, cruisers, rowing gigs and commercial vessels.’ From its beginnings in 2013 Frangipani SUP school has continued to grow each year and now offers a full seasonal calendar of Beginner and Progression sessions, on weekdays and weekends at different locations. Once people have mastered the basics they can join the popular Frangipani SUP HUB, a membership scheme for those who wish to paddle safely with others but who may not have their own kit. Frangipani SUP have 25 SUP boards of all different shapes and sizes for people to use, as well as a variety of paddles. During the winter months HUB members meet for the popular HUB in the PUB dinners and socials, with family members welcome.

As well as basic lessons Anni runs a weekday ladies group called the SUP Senoritas and Mike teaches SUPFit in the evenings. ‘We are a British Stand Up Paddle Association (BSUPA) approved school with a team of qualified Instructors and we run BSUPA ‘Ready to Tour’ and ‘Ready to Race’ courses, for those with a little more experience. We are delighted to have received Sport England ‘Sportivate’ funding and ‘This Girl Can’ funding, to attract 18-25 year olds and women and girls into the sport.’ Anna and Mike run Beginner and Progression lessons over a half day at weekends and also as a three week course on weekdays, MayOctober. ‘The first thing we do is to get you to sign the necessary paperwork and then we get you fitted out with a wetsuit, boots, buoyancy aid and high viz rash vest. Then we give your land safety briefing before taking you to the water’s edge where you will learn the basics of SUP on the land (much easier!) Once everyone has had a chance to practice the core skills on the land, we take you out onto the water to repeat everything very slowly (gets a bit more

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If you are interested in getting involved or would like to book a lesson please email Anni and Mike at info@frangipanisup.com or call 07597 094233 www.FrangipaniSUP.com Dates for competitive SUP races this season include 6th May Battle of the Thames 3 course distances starting and finishing at the Thames Sailing Club. The main race is 10 miles with 2 shorter races of 6 miles and 2 miles. www.windsurfer.co.uk/SUP_BattleOfTheThames.htm 27th May Ultra Endurance (55Km) Thames Ultra this will be the first ever race in UK SUP’s Endurance Series and will be a point-to-point, starting in the Marlow area and finishing in Kingston upon Thames www.uksup.co.uk 17th & 18th June Ultra Endurance (42 & 35Km) A new event for the 2017 season an 80km race, split over two days, the first day will be a point to point finishing at the boat yard whilst the second day will be a loop, starting and finishing at the same location. www.uksup.co.uk 16th September Super Lap & Sprint hosted by Suffolk SUP at Alton Water www.suffolksup.com

Lowestoft Ferry

With her dark blue hull, immaculate varnish work and red ensign flying, Terrier, the Lowestoft Ferry, looks the picture of elegance. Running the length of Lake Lothing she provides a regular service throughout the summer months between Oulton Broad, the gateway to the Broads National Park and the seaside town of Lowestoft. Terrier is a gorgeous wooden 33’ harbour launch licensed to carry 12 passengers. Built by Hugh McLean, Yacht & Boatbuilders, at Renfrew in Scotland in 1954 Terrier worked for many years on the Clyde ferrying passengers and crew between vessels and undertaking towing work. When she finally retired after 70 years on the Scottish waterways, she was donated to the International Boatbuilding Training College (IBTC) and came to Suffolk in 2014 to be given a new lease of life. Funded by the Coastal Communities Fund and managed by the Shipshape Network of East Anglia Terrier underwent a full restoration from the keel upwards. The work was carried out by a team of shipwrights and trainees from the IBTC at Oulton Broad, a world renowned centre of excellence for traditional boatbuilding skills. The work took 10 months and was completed in June 2015 when Terrier was officially launched ready to begin her new life as the Lowestoft Water taxi. Following the Lowestoft Water Taxi’s first successful year in which the service won the Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, Lowestoft & Waveney Local Tourism, Culture , Hospitality & Leisure Award for 2016, sponsored by Waveney District Council, it returns in 2017 as the Lowestoft Ferry. The journey from Oulton Broad to Heritage Quay at Lowestoft takes 30 minutes and provides a very different way to see the town from the water. Lake Lothing is a seawater lake believed to have been formed from medieval peat cutting. It is a diverse and fascinating place to explore from the water with plenty to see. The shore is dotted with 42

boatyards and boat builders, engineering works and industrial buildings and the water is full of fishing vessels and working boats. Docking at Heritage Quay all the amenities available at Lowestoft are easily accessible. The town, sandy beach, Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Yacht Club and RNLI stations are all a short stroll away. On the return journey Terrier docks by Freshwater Way Footpath just a short walk from Nicholas Everitt Park, Mutford Lock and all the attractions of Oulton Broad. The Lowestoft Ferry operates from Easter to the end of September, 7 days a week during school holidays and Friday to Sunday at other times. She runs on an hourly service departing on the hour from Oulton Broad and on the half hour from Heritage Quay, Lowestoft. Tickets are £3.50 per person one way or £6 each return. Check the website Lowestoftferry.co.uk for full details. During 2017 Terrier will be available for private hire as well as some special organised trips. These include: The Lowestoft Maritime Food Experience. Comprising a visit to the oldest smoke house still active in Lowestoft, a trip on the ferry to Oulton Broad, a 3 course meal at the Red Herring with a specially designed menu and a return ferry trip to Lowestoft. The Lowestoft Maritime Heritage Tour. Comprising a return trip on the Lowestoft Ferry, a guided tour of the many historical sites facing on to Lake Lothing, a combined ticket giving access to Lowestoft Museum, Lowestoft Maritime Museum and the East Anglia Transport Museum and a visit to the Mincarlo, the last Lowestoft built fishing vessel. Gin tasting on the water. This tour comprises a return trip on the Lowestoft Ferry, guided tasting of 5 different Gins and exceptional Canapés prepared by the chefs of the Red Herring restaurant Further details about the Lowestoft Water taxi and all the special tours can be found at lowestoftferry.co.uk.

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Thames Events The Great River race

09 September 2017 Dubbed London’s River Marathon, the spectacular boat race up the River Thames attracts over 330 crews from all over the globe and appeals to every level of competitor from those who enjoy fun, fancy dress and charity stunts, to serious sportsmen and women who like to win. A great fun day out for competitors and spectators alike. Saturday 9th September 2017 Starting at London Docklands, crews race through London before finishing at Ham House in Richmond. Find out more at www.greatriverrace.co.uk

The Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race

This grueling race starts in Devizes, Wiltshire, and finishes just downstream of Westminster Bridge in central London, opposite the Houses of Parliament. The race is 125 miles long and has 77 portages. The first 52 miles are along the Kennet and Avon Canal to Reading, the next 55 miles are on the River Thames to Teddington. The final 17 mile section is on the tidal portion of the Thames. The race is a severe test of skill, physical and mental stamina and planning which produces a memorable sense of achievement for those successfully completing it. The race may be undertaken in kayaks or open canoes and a minimum of six months training and preparation is recommended before undertaking the race. The best way to start is to find your nearest canoe club and get practicing for next years event! This years event takes place from Friday 14th - Monday 17th April. www.dwrace.org.uk

Totally Thames 2017

Totally Thames is a month long celebration of London’s famous river brought to life with a series of events celebrating the river and its culture with a programme of river-inspired art, live performances, archaeology walks, river races, regattas and a whole lot more. Last year, 150 events took place in the capital along the river’s 42-mile stretch, celebrating the river and its people and bringing their stories to life. The details of this yewars event have yet to be announced but more information can be found at totallythames.org

Thames Traditional Boat Festival

The Thames Traditional Boat Festival was first held at Fawley Meadows 37 years ago as a rally for like minded enthusiasts who wanted to show off their enthusiasm for the older, traditionally built craft that were fast disappearing from the river Thames. From these small beginnings the TTBR, or “The Trad” as it became known, has flourished

to the extent that it now attracts interest the world over. This prestigious event, re-born as the Thames Traditional Boat Festival now incorporates the traditional values of many other trades and crafts of a bygone era, as well as providing a fun day out for all the family. This years event takes place on 14th - 16th July www.tradboatfestival.com

Doggett’s Coat and Badge Race 25th July 2017 This unique event is rowed over a course of seven miles between the Palaces of Greenwich and Westminster. Each barge is manned under oars by crews of Freemen and Apprentices of the Company of Watermen and Lightermen. The event is designed to showcase the skills of Watermen and Lightermen in navigating under oars, using only their own strength, experience and the tide to propel their craft , which can weigh up to 30 tonnes. No more than three crew members can row at any time using the 20ft oars, known as “sweeps”. Two of the rowers power the craft whilst the third uses a sweep at the stern to steer the barge with the tide. As a further test of the crews’ navigational skills each barge must collect at least one pennant from barges moored along the course . The crews can also compete for the optional Almshouse Benevolent Fund Trophy, by collecting two pennants, or the Harry Hayward Trophy, for which three pennants must be collected from three moored barges along the course and the barge must use Number 2 Arch of Southwark Bridge. Prizes are awarded to the overall winner, two class winners and for the

two special optional race sections described above. There are also categories for the best dressed crew - each event has a theme, and the best painted barge. The event is very popular for spectators, who line the route, watch from bridges and other vantage points along the way or watch from one of the many Thames pleasure craft that follow the course. To find out more please visit: www.thamesbargedriving.co.uk

Rendez-vous Tall Ships Regatta 2017: 13 to 16 April 2017

Over the Easter weekend in April 2017, Greenwich will host the start of the Sail Training International Rendez-vous Tall Ships Regatta 2017. The regatta marks the 150th anniversary of the Canadian Confederation, and it will see a fleet of around 40 large Class A and B Tall Ships set sail from Greenwich to Quebec, Canada, via Portugal, Bermuda and Boston.The ships will be anchored at two sites in the borough, which will be the locations of our Tall Ships Festival villages - the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greenwich town centre, and the Royal Arsenal Riverside in Woolwich. The festival will run from Thursday 13 to Sunday 16 April, with a huge Parade of Sail taking place at around 5pm on the Sunday. The Parade of Sail will see around 40 huge Tall Ships and a number of smaller Class C and D ships sail down the Thames in convoy. The Tall Ships will leave Greenwich after the Parade of Sail on 16 April 2017, crossing the Atlantic and arriving in Quebec on 18 July 2017.

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Sailing on the Thames, celebrating Trafalgar Saturday 30 September & Sunday 1 October 2017 Friday 29 September Race briefing at Little Ship Club, London Saturday 30 September

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Race day 2 Start: Erith YC Finish: Blackwall Reach, Greenwich Friday 6 October 2017 Prize-giving at Little Ship Club, London

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Foiled again

Marc Fovargue-Davies charts the rise of the cats

Reg White first brought serious cat sailing to Brightlingsea when flares were in vogue and disco was still in full swing, twice winning the Tornado world championships, along with the inaugural gold medal in the class at the 1976 Olympics in Montreal. Since then, the Tornado too, has moved on, now sporting a square head main, twin wires and a spinnaker. What it has not yet acquired (for class racing, at least) though, is a set of hydrofoils. The search for every little advantage, along with the large development budgets that go with America’s Cup racing, have really helped move the development of foiling forward, to a point where, like their four legged namesakes, the latest cats seem to have developed a distinct aversion to water - and have started flying above it on foils. Not only has this dramatically speeded up the hunt for the ‘auld mug’, it is also inspiring the current generation of Brightlingsea cat sailors to explore the potential of foils on smaller cats. Needless to say, like most things in sailing, foils are far from straightforward and come in all shapes and sizes - as do the systems for controlling them - resulting in a wide variety of performance characteristics. However, one things for sure; there’s at least a definite advantage in using a cat as a platform for a 48

foiler; you don’t have to put the boat on her side to launch, plug in the foil, and then swim her into water deep enough to flip upright and sail away! Other choices remain though; whilst bigger foils will get you flying earlier, the trade off is that the increased drag will inevitably take its toll in terms of ultimate boat speed. In this respect, the Whisper, from White Formula - is the early riser; with a relatively large foil area, she’s soon clear of the water, so that owners of this exciting new boat will be able to experience as much flying time as possible. As well as shortening the learning curve, this also probably makes the Whisper accessible to a wider variety of sailors. The Vampire Project takes a somewhat different approach. Unlike the Whisper, it’s not a commercial project as such, but is all about the search for ultimate speed. As a result, she has rather smaller foils, so she’s unlikely to fly in much less than 8 knots of true wind. However, the lower drag results in an eyewateringly fast boat. Having taken line honours at last year’s Forts Race, Project Director Will Sunnucks explained that the performance projections were actually pretty close to reality. “we’re comfortably achieving the predicted 18 knots to windward, but are a little short of the downwind target of up to 38

knots - which our analyst tells us is because we should have been trapezing down wind too; but no-one was that sure about getting out on the wire at 35 odd knots…” To put the boats performance into some sort of context, one report of the 2016 Forts Race noted that “Will Sunnucks and Mark Self from Brightlingsea Sailing Club on the Vampire Project took the Dewhirst Trophy for the first leg, completing the 14 N Mi leg in 47 minutes, almost 10 minutes ahead of the Nacra 20 FCS sailed by Grant Piggott and Simon Farren from Weston Sailing Club, and 3 minutes ahead of the first F18 on corrected time!”

The Vampire Project : Photo Martina Orsini

These numbers are pretty remarkable, given that they amount to better than half the performance of an AC50 America’s Cup cat - but only need two crew and come in at a tiny fraction of the price. That will undoubtedly mean both more designs of both boats and foils evolving, as well as a rapidly expanding pool of talent for Ben Ainslie’s Land Rover BAR team to choose from in the future. The Guide wishes him and the team the best of luck in the finals in Bermuda this summer.

Foraging with the Coastal Explorer

Marc Fovargue-Davies goes in search of seafood on the Norfolk coast

There’s no shortage of great seafood stalls dotted around the coast, offering ‘catch of the day’ and all sorts of seafood delights; there’s little doubt that you’ll get fresher food than you will from the local supermarket, either; but why just shell out for seafood? Might you not be able to get even fresher treats - and could you be missing out by not fully experiencing the north Norfolk coast and the way that cockles, mussels, crabs, mackerel and samphire have all been traditionally harvested? Henry Chamberlain, an ex Royal Marine who also worked with the UN on the World Food Programme in Africa certainly thinks so, which is why last year, he set up the Coastal Exploration Company. Not only can you learn to handle his three fully restored traditional boats, you can also experience using each for its intended purpose, from their home port of Wells next the Sea. Growing up in north Norfolk, with its big skies and close bond with the sea, has given Henry an intimate knowledge of its coast as well as its wildlife. Those coming aboard - for one day or several - can take advantage of that knowledge to access little known beaches, watch wildlife or learn to navigate. Many though, will want to explore the local cockle and mussel beds around Scolt Head, Burnham Overy and Holkham to the west or, according to wind and tide, perhaps Cley and Blakeney. to the east. Getting to any of them, is clearly best done using boats that have been evolved over many years with just that purpose in mind. The Sheringham crab boat ‘My Girls’ is the archetypal north Norfolk beach boat; tough and capacious, yet light and buoyant, her double ended hull is designed to be able to take the ground as a matter of course, deal with the short chop of shallow water and avoid swamping when coming home through surf. She’s not just for crabs, either; she’s also ideal for mackerel fishing, harvesting shellfish or just watching birds and seals. Aboard, you’ll 52

find oars, a powerful standing lug and yes, an engine; electronics such as fish finders and chart plotters are however, conspicuous by their absence. The fleet also includes ‘Salford’ the last of the Kings Lynn built whelk boats. Like most working craft though, she’s always been used for a variety of other purposes as well. When gathering bait for cod fishing, she’d have probably had a small, workmanlike lug rig, but currently sports a rather more powerful gaff cutter rig, requiring a different set of handling skills and can venture further offshore than the crab boat. The third boat is a traditional ‘mussel flat’, a small, shallow boat that can follow the tide through tight inshore spaces such as the saltings around East Fleet, usually in search of of her traditional quarry - mussels. Not that all your time will necessarily be spent afloat; Marsh Samphire is very common on the saltings, and is likened to baby asparagus by many chefs. It’s characteristic saltiness makes it an ideal accompaniment to various kinds of shellfish, although it’s also used in other, more exotic recipes. Whilst you might ordinarily reach for a crisp Sauvignon Blanc to wash it all down, perhaps a ‘St Petersburg Martini’ - which also includes Marsh Samphire in the list of ingredients - might be more in the spirit of coastal exploration. At the end of the day, there can be no doubt that developing a better understanding of tides, navigation, wildlife and boat handling, results in a far more (occasionally, literally) immersive experience than merely waiting at a counter for your number to be called. Exploring with Henry might also make you wonder if the modern world has managed to lose a certain something, somewhere along the way; one thing is certain though - if you think you can access the whole world via a smart phone, it’s time to think again.

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The Woodbridge Shuck Shellfish Festival returns for a fifth consecutive year from 31st of September and 1 October The festival which is a celebration of great local produce brings together local chefs, artisan seafood producers and lovers of good food to celebrate the shellfish harvested locally on the river Deben. There will be fishing boats alongside Woodbridge Tide mill and seafood stalls and music at the newly developed Whisstocks site. https://en-gb.facebook.com/shuckfestival 55

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Summer reads for the Adventurous Swinging the Lamp by Nick Ardley If you have never taken the time to explore the East Coast’s myriad of tiny creeks, or marvel at the natural beauty of its saltmarsh and samphire coastline then Nick Ardley’s book ‘Swinging the lamp’ will surely persuade you that you should. Written with a wealth of passion and a richness of detail the book brings the East Coast to life in a unique and gentle way, exploring rivers and creeks from the Thames to the Deben and uncovering little tales from the past along the way. Regaling tales or “swinging the lamp” is an ancient seafaring tradition and one which the author continues as he weaves an absorbing account of life past and present on the East Coast rivers. Illustrated throughout with the authors sketches and photographs, this is a book that will make you want to go sailing and it is a great introduction to the wonders of the East Coast.

Leap In by Alexandra Heminsley

I have always struggled to understand why anyone would want to throw themselves into a cold grey sea on a winters day and actually claim to enjoy the experience, but having read “Leap in” by Alexandra Heminsley it suddenly all becomes much clearer. From the serenity of her wedding day dip to the waters of Ithaca the author takes us on an inspiring journey through pool, lido, sea and river as she battles to perfect the art of front crawl, learns to breath effectively in the water and eventually overcomes her

fear of the ocean. Charmingly written the pages of this book ooze a passion which is infectious and a desire to succeed which is heartwarming. It is easy to empathise with the highs and lows of Alexandra’s swimming journey, and delight in her enthusiasm even if we have never tried open water swimming ourselves. Having completed a 9 month swimming course and accomplished her first sea swim from pier to pier along Brighton’s seafront Alexandra pushes herself from one challenge to the next and her swimming journey takes her 4km along the River Arun in West Sussex, to Greece to swim around the islands of the Ionian and then back to the UK to the lake district for a solitary swim in a lakeland tarn. Through all the challenges, swimming related and personal Alexandra learns that “whilst it may be impossible to push back the tide or predict the weather it is ever possible to defy our expectations of ourselves” This is a delightful, upbeat life affirming read which if it doesn’t make you want to reach for your wet suit, grab a towel and head for the nearest beach then I don’t know what will. In the words of Alexandra Heminsley “sometimes you just have to leap in” 58

Estuary by Rachel Lichtenstein It is hard to live on the East Coast and not feel some kind of affinity for the vast body of water that is the Thames estuary. Many of us have sailed its waters or wandered its shores. We have gazed out across its vast ever changing seascape and marvelled at the beauty of this wild yet industrial place. Researched over 5 years Estuary is the story of the Thames as told through the lives of various local characters. The journey begins just east of Tower Bridge when the author boards an old Dutch barge for a trip along the water to Kent and back via Southend. This initial journey eventually leads the author further afield taking her on a voyage of discovery which includes sailing on a Thames barge, taking a trip to the sea forts, sailing an Estuary One Design, visiting Sealand and going cockling out of Leigh on Sea. The author also explores the docks at Tilbury and the new London Gateway deep water port. Her descriptions of the estuary are detailed and evocative and she manages to create a sense of place, that as a reader you feel very much part of. However it is the characters she meets along the way that really bring the book to life and tell the gritty, real story of the estuary. She meets mudlarkers, fishermen, tug men, cocklers and bargemen all with stories as diverse and vibrant as the characters themselves. The book concludes with a voyage in a Swan 46 during which the author explores the outer reaches of the Thames from Kent to Suffolk and back, and experiences the unpredictability of this seaway. Estuary is a portrayal of an ever changing land and seascape and the characters that occupy it. It is a very readable account of the Thames that will help you to know and understand this fascinating waterway just a little better.

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Rotten Sailor

It runs in the family

In truth, my dad is a pretty good sailor. For years, he piloted a selection of sailing boats from a base in Langstone Harbour to ports near and far, and as far as I know, never lost anyone or anything significant overboard, except on one notable occasion, a huge bag of cannabis found in the chain locker of boat he was delivering, but that’s another story… In order to pass the buck about my own inadequacies, here’s a tale from when I was a kid and number one crew member, boat rower and milk fetcher. All of this is true, apart from the lies, which are true as well. Dad (Rotten Sailor Snr) had a weakness for Maurice Griffiths bilge keelers, and did loads of sea miles in a cutter headed, gunter rigged yawl Eventide that he had rebuilt. As we all got bigger, room got tighter and the distances got longer, a bigger boat was needed, and the choice made was a (very) second hand Waterwitch that was offered cheap because it had been put together with mild steel screws which all needed replacing with stainless. This was a huge job, and it took a good couple of years of very hard work and every available weekend hour to complete, but eventually, Sorciere was ready for transport and a new lease of life. The crane arrived and she was slung high in the air for the articulated boat-mover to get underneath. The boat was slid into place and headed off south for the big launch. Next day, she was lifted, but as the weight was taken up she shifted in her slings, and bumped back onto the trailer. No problem, she was re-slung and off we went. Dad had invited a couple of non-sailing mates, plus me, for a shakedown weekend cruise to the Isle of Wight, and we all grinned as she hit the water, had her mast stepped and we swung the old Lister (No electric start!) into life and pottered off to the swinging mooring. All was well, and spirits were high, until the bilge pump came on. Hmm, being ply and epoxy sheathed, this really shouldn’t happen. 62

The hunt for the leak started - skin fittings, loo fittings, engine cooling, log and stern gland were all fine, and it dawned on us that it was probably one of the bilge keels possibly from the bump on the trailer. The leak wasn’t terrible, but worrying and very disappointing after all that hard work, and dad was understandably concerned. Now the fun begins… As a thank you for their help, dad sent his patient crew away to the Ferryboat Inn with the kitty and he and I stayed on board to keep an eye on things. Remember this was the the late 70’s; life was glamorous and we were adventurous, so we decided on faggots for tea. On lighting the stove, there was a big ‘whumph’ and a distinctive smell of smouldering eyelashes. It turned out that an olive was missing from the gas supply and it had been filling up the stove with lpg. Ooops. (These were pre-inspection days of course….) So now, with a leaky boat, no supper and no pint, dad was getting a bit grumpy and I decided to turn in. At this point, you need to know about the tender and outboard. The tender needed to fit in the davits, so was only about 7 feet long, cosy for 2 and not the most stable. The engine was a Warrenjet, remember them? Think British Seagull having a sulk, only with less power. And a bugger to start. One of the guys was teetotal, and the other, Neville, only ever drank halves. This was completely accurate, but it turns out he could drink about 30 of them, and having had a belly full of Dorset Piddle (Not made up) and full of bravado jumps in the dinghy and lets the line go without starting the motor. Not a good idea. Tide on the ebb, half cut and flailing around trying to pull start a recalcitrant engine was never a good plan, and the almost inevitable happens and before you know it they are both in the water. This could have been really nasty but luckily for everyone concerned, a chap enjoying the evening from the cockpit of his boat sees events unfolding, starts engine and slips mooring collecting the now very sober

Rotten Sailor

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and soggy crew. Thank you to Mr Allen and his Jaguar 27 (Isn’t it funny the details you remember after 40 years?) Towing them back to Sorciere and with grateful thanks offered, Mr Allen slips away into the evening and we decide that the very best thing we can do, all things considered, is take the boat over to the quay to tie up for the night and have a proper look at everything in the morning. So we start the Lister again, and potter back, dinghy in tow, over to the quay. In the early hours however, the tide turns and the half submerged dinghy is no longer pulling at her painter, but pushing hard against the transom, forcing it’s way under the stern. Suddenly, the boat lists a good 20 degrees or so and everything falls over. 4 startled chaps

are rudely awakened, including Neville who has stripped off to try and dry his clothes. He gets turfed out of his bunk, his feet hit the cold floor and he thinks it’s the Solent coming back to have another go. In one Herculean effort, Neville ejects from the fore hatch like a (working) Polaris missile and stands, stark naked, on the jetty. Only to hear a gentle cough and a ‘good morning’ from one of the people in the queue of commuters waiting for the 6 o’clock ferry. So it’s not my fault. It’s genetic, you see. And the only lie was the Warrenjet - it was actually a great little engine.

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NORE RACE 2017

This year the Nore Race will be on Saturday 1st July with the Prizegiving on Friday 7th July. This is a sailing race from Southend Pier around the Thames Estuary and back to the pier - about 17NM. The event has been run by Benfleet Yacht Club for many decades and dates back about 90 years to the time the race course included the Nore Lightship as a turning mark. Today, more modestly, the ‘Nore’ name gets a mention on a couple of buoys in the river. Almost any type of sailing boat may enter with just a few exceptions. Yachts must be equipped for cruising with fixed berths and cooking facilities. Windsurfers, kite-surfers and the like cannot be entered - there is no way to provide the support boat cover that these would require to stay safe. But otherwise cruising yachts and dinghies, monohull or multihull are all very welcome. How we keep the entry fee at just £20 is a wonder! And Gill Moon of EastCoast.Photos records the event with high quality photos, available to buy on-line after the race. Over the last few years entry numbers have been steady at about 105 with almost equal numbers of dinghies and cruisers. Obviously local clubs are well represented with Benfleet and Thorpe Bay Yacht Clubs prominent but the other local clubs make a good showing. They all provide the support boat cover that is so important to the safe running of this event. Thank you. An increasing number of boats come from further afield - Kent, North Essex and London mostly. They are all welcome and every entry gets a free Nore Race pennant.

The Prizegiving evening is an amazing celebration of participation and achievement with free entry to all entrants, crew, family and friends. Every year we have a great band and this year we have ‘The Persuaders’, though local sailors need little encouragement! Barbeque food is available and bars stay open with last orders at midnight. With such a wide range of boats entering we have a challenge making the contest fair. Many are content to sail in magnificent company and enjoy the experience, possibly with a good breakfast at anchor before and convivial refreshment after the race. Others are more competitive. There are prizes given to nine classes of boat which helps to give fair competition to everybody, with many other trophies and prizes for specific boat types and clubs. So there is a fair chance of coming away with something if you know how to make your boat go well. Barbarossa has entered for several years. This ‘pirate ship’ is fifty feet of green concrete, a gaff ketch owned by Rob Hart who has sailed it around the world. To be followed by this boat in full sail is a little unnerving! It needs a bit of a blow to go well and takes time to sail the course, but on corrected time makes a very respectable showing. At the other extreme a foiling moth, sailed by Kyle Stoneham of TBYC, flew round the course last year in less than 80 minutes. It was a physical challenge to hold the long tacks in the fresh wind, Kyle reported at the Prizegiving, where he collected a well deserved trophy. High water on race day, Saturday 1st July, is at 06:50 with dinghies starting at 10:50 and cruisers 11:00. Entry forms will be available at local clubs or may be downloaded from www.benfleetyachtclub.org

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From

Event

Location

Contact

09-04

GYGSC Open

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

09-04

Topper Open

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

13-04

16-04

Tall Ships Regatta Rendez-vous

Maritime Greenwich

sailtraininginternational.org

14-04

17-04

Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race

River Thames

dwrace.org.uk

14-04

15-04

Easter Egg Open Meeting

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

14-04

17-04

Dragon Easter Regatta

Royal Corinthian Y.C.,

royalcorinthian.co.uk

14-04

17-04

Caister Lifeboat Easter Egg Hunt

Caister Lifeboat Station

caisterlifeboat.org.uk

16-04

Tall Ships Parade of Sail public sailing with Topsail Charters

Gravesend to Greenwich

top-sail.co.uk

16-04

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

16-04

Dinghy Open

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

16-04

Easter Sunday Race

Felixstowe Ferry S.C.

ffsc.co.uk

18-04

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

great-yarmouth.co.uk

20-04

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

22-04

Viking Shield Rowing Regatta 2017

Folkestone Rowing Club

folkestonerowingclub.co.uk

22-04

23-04

Tollesbury Spring Boat Show

Tollesbury Marina

tollesbury-marina.co.uk

22-04

23-04

Shearwater Open

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

22-04

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

22-04

23-04

Sea Kayaking for Improvers (2 Days)

Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

22-04

Youth Team Racing Open Regatta

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

23-04

Reed London kayakathon

Chiswick to Tower

kayakathons.com/

23-04

History Day Sail from Harwich

Harwich

top-sail.co.uk

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MBC

lobmbc.org.uk

27-04 29-04

30-04

Open Regatta

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

29-04

01-05

East Coast Gaffers v Tollesbury SB

Tollesbury S.C.

tollesburysc.com

30-04

Terra Open

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

30-04

01-05

Cruising Association Rally

Rayal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

30-04

Antigua Sailing Day Regatta

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

30-04

Model Boat Club at Caister Lifeboat Station

Caister Lifeboat Station

caisterlifeboat.org.uk

30-04

01-05

Spring Open Regatta

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

30-04

14-05

Broads Outdoor Festival

Various locations throughtout the Broads

outdoorsfestival.co.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

01-05

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Day 12 noon

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

02-05

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

05-05

07-05

Gillingham Used Boat Show

Gillingham Marina

clarkeandcarter.co.uk

06-05

EAORA Ralph Herring West

Mersea to Burnham-on-Crouch

eaora.org.uk

06-05

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

06-05

07-05

Haven Points Series Race 1

East Coast

havenseries.org

06-05

History Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

06-05

07-05

Star and Yeoman Open Weekend

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

07-05

London Kayakathon

26.2 mile paddle along the Thames from Tower Bridge

kayakathons.com

07-05

Maldon Mud Race

Promenade Park, Maldon

maldonmudrace.com

07-05

Boat and Fishing Jumble Sale

Museum of the Broads, Stalham, Norwich,

museumofthebroads.org.uk

07-05

East Anglian Offshore Racing Ass. Pattinson Cup

Burnham-on-Crouch to West Mersea

eaora.org.uk

07-05

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

07-05

Itchenor S.C. Open Day

Itchenor S.C.

itchenorsc.co.uk

07-05

Have a go sailing sessions 2 - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing & Canoeing Ass.

09-05

Battle of the Thames SUP Race

River Thames

BattleOfTheThames.co.uk

09-05

11-05

Rigging Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

11-05

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

12-05

Night Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

12-05

Introduction to Kayaking Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

13-05

14-05

Sharpie Open Day

Overy Staithe SC

overystaithesc.org.uk

13-05

Broads Outdoors Festival Boat Trip and Guided Walk at Broads Tours

Wroxham

broadstours.co.uk

13-05

RYA â&#x20AC;&#x161;Push The Boat Out, Open Day

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

13-05

14-05

Fireball Open Meeting

Blackwater S.C.

blackwatersailingclub.org.uk

13-05

New Members Day

Walton and Frinton Y.C.

wfyc.co.uk

13-05

Club Open Day

Wilsonian S.C.

wilsoniansc.org.uk

13-05

Learn to Eskimo Roll (2 Hour Session)

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

13-05

14-05

Mirror Open

Itchenor S.C.

itchenorsc.co.uk

13-05

RYA Push the Boat Out Open Day

Clacton S.C.

clactonsailingclub.org.uk

13-05

Push The Boat Out At Alton Water

Alton Water Sports Centre

altonwater.co.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

13-05

14-05

Yare and Bure One Design Open Weekend

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

13-05

Open Day / Push the Boat Out

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk

14-05

East Anglian Dragon Boat Festival

Oulton Broad, Lowestoft

dragonboatfestivals.co.uk

14-05

Topper Open

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

14-05

Spring Regatta

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org

14-05

New Members Day

Ardleigh S.C.

ardleighsc.co.uk

14-05

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

14-05

South East Toppers Open

Erith Y.C.

erithyachtclub.org.uk

14-05

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

14-05

Brightlingsea Gig Fest

Brightlingsea Coastal Rowing Club

brightlingsearowing.co.uk

14-05

Norfolk Broads Y.C. Open Day

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

16-05

17-05

Plumbing and Electrics Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

18-05

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MBC

lobmbc.org.uk

19-05

Navigation - Basic Trip Planning for Canoeists

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

20-05

Topper Eastern Area Travellers

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

20-05

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Houghton Cup

Harwich to Burnham-on-Crouch

eaora.org.uk

20-05

21-05

Sail-Escape-Explore Weekend from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

20-05

RYA Push the Boat Out Day

Erith Y.C.

erithyachtclub.org.uk

20-05

21-05

St Osyth Wild Camp and Kayak Trip

Departure from Brightlingsea

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

20-05

Shoreham Rowing Regatta

Shoreham Rowing Club

shorehamrowingclub.co.uk

20-05

21-05

Cromer and Sherringham Crab and Lobster Festival

Cromer and Sherringham

crabandlobsterfestival.co.uk

20-05

21-05

Sea Kayaking for Improvers (2 Days)

Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

21-05

Big East Triathlon

Bradwell Marina

dengieevents.co.uk

21-05

Open Day - RYA Push the Boat Out

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

21-05

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Thames Estuary Race

Burnham-on-Crouch to Harwich

eaora.org.uk

21-05

Brighton and Hove Rowing Regatta

Shoreham Rowing Club

shorehamrowingclub.co.uk

21-05

Big East Triathlon

Bradwell Marina

dengieevents.co.uk

21-05

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

21-05

Push The Boat Out At Aldeburgh Y.C.

Aldeburgh YC

aldeburghyc.org.uk

21-05

RYA Push the Boat Out Open Day with sailing tasters 10.30am - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

25-05

28-05

15th Oostende Voor Anker

Ostend Harbour

oostendevooranker.be/

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From

Event

Location

Contact

26-05

29-05

Thurne Mouth Open Regatta

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org/

26-05

Haven Series Mercator Trophy Race Harwich to Ostend Race 1

East Coast

havenseries.org

27-05

04-06

National Go Canoeing Week

Various locations

gocanoeingweek.org.uk

27-05

29-05

Royal Burnham YC Regatta

Royal Burnham Y.C., Burnham on Crouch

rbyc.org

27-05

Optimist open

Dabchicks S.C.

dabchicks.org

27-05

28-05

Brightlingsea Town Regatta & Boat Show

Brightlingsea

brightlingseaboatshow.com

27-05

29-05

Squib East Coast Championships

West Mersea Y.C.

wmyc.org.uk

27-05

Optimist Open

Dabchicks S.C.

dabchicks.org

27-05

29-05

Moody Owners Association Rally to Woodrolfe Creek

Tollesbury Marina

moodyowners.org/branches/ east-coast/

27-05

28-05

Catamaran Open

Island Y.C.

islandyachtclub.org.uk

27-05

Hastings Rowing Regatta

Bexhill Rowing Club

bexhillrowingclub.co.uk

27-05

29-05

OGA Crouch Rally

Fambridge Yacht Haven

oga.org.uk

27-05

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

27-05

Mersea To Maldon Rowing Race

Mersea Island Coastal Rowing Club

mersearowingclub.org.uk

28-05

Bexhill Rowing Regatta

Bexhill Rowing Club

bexhillrowingclub.co.uk

28-05

Fambridge River Festival

Fambridge Yacht Haven

yachthavens.com/fambridge

28-05

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Day 12 noon

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

29-05

Wherry on view, Wroxham Broad

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

29-05

GYGSC Open - Bank Holiday Open Day

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

29-05

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Day National Championship 12 noon

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

obmbc.org.uk

30-05

02-06

Cadet Week

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

30-05

Wherry sailing, Wroxham to How Hill

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

30-05

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association North Sea Race

Harwich to Scheveningen

eaora.org.uk

31-05

01-06

Half Term Junior Racing

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

01-06

Wherry on view, How Hill

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

02-06

Summer Supper Cruise Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

02-06

04-06

Beale Parke Boat and Outdoor Show

Beale Park,

bealeparkboatandoutdoorshow.co.uk

03-06

04-06

National Watersports Festival

Rutland Water

nationalwatersportsfestival. com

03-06

K6 / Hornet Open Meeting

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

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From

Event

Location

Contact

03-06

Medway Barge Match

River Medway

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

03-06

04-06

Moody Owners Association Rally to River Orwell

Shotley Marina

moodyowners.org/branches/ east-coast/

03-06

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

03-06

04-06

St Osyth Wild Camp and Kayak Trip (2 days)

Departure from Brightlingsea

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

03-06

Learn to Eskimo Roll (2 Hour Session)

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk itchenorsc.co.uk

03-06

04-06

Keelboat Invitational

Itchenor S.C.

03-06

04-06

Three Rivers Race

Horning S.C.

03-06

04-06

Open Meeting Fireball/Merlin/GP14 Easterns

Brightlingsea SC

sailbrightlingsea.com

04-06

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

04-06

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

04-06

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

06-06

07-06

Lofting Theory Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

08-06

17-06

Battle of the Medway - Dutch Raid

River Medway

msba.org.uk

08-06

Try Saiing Evening

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

08-06

17-06

Battle of Medway 2017

Chatham and Rochester

visitkent.co.uk

08-06

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

09-06

Night Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

10-06

11-06

OK & Europe Open Meeting

Overy Staithe SC

overystaithesc.org.uk

10-06

Laser Open Meeting

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

10-06

Sea Cadets District Rowing Regatta

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

10-06

Solo Travellers Open

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

10-06

11-06

Cruiser Open

Norfolk Punt Club

puntclub.co.uk

10-06

Wherry on view, How Hill

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

10-06

11-06

June Regatta

Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Y.C.

rnsyc.net/

10-06

11-06

Reedham Open Regatta

Yare S.C.

yaresailingclub.org.uk/

10-06

11-06

Hurricane 5.9 & 5.9SX TT

Thorpe Bay Y.C.

tbyc.org

10-06

11-06

Thorpe Bay Cat Open and Tornado National Championships

Thorpe Bay Y.C.

tbyc.org

10-06

Introduction to Kayaking Course â&#x20AC;&#x161;Non Tidal

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

10-06

Luxury day sail

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

10-06

Worthing Rowing Regatta

Worthing Rowing Club

worthingrowingclub.com

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

10-06

11-06

Aldeburgh Classics

Aldeburgh YC

aldeburghyc.org.uk

10-06

11-06

Lark Open

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk

10-06

Rowhedge Regatta

Rowhedge

rowhedgeregatta.co.uk

10-06

11-06

Old Gaffers Association - Swallows and Amazons Weekend

Walton and Frinton Y.C.

wfyc.co.uk

10-06

11-06

Haven Points Series Race 2

East Coast

havenseries.org

10-06

11-06

Sea Kayaking for Improvers (2 Days)

Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

10-06

11-06

Brightlingsea One Design Regatta

Brightlingsea SC

sailbrightlingsea.com

11-06

Steam Day at the Museum of the Broads

Museum of the Broads, Stalham, Norwich,

museumofthebroads.org.uk

11-06

Wherry sailing & wildlife walk

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

11-06

GYGSC Open - Lowestoft Race

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

11-06

12-06

Calking Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

11-06

South Essex Boat Jumble

Eastwood Nursery, Basildon

boatjumbleassociation.co.uk

11-06

Laser Open Meeting

Broadstairs S.C.

broadstairssailingclub.com

11-06

Have a go sailing sessions 2 - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

12-06

16-06

Wherry on view, How Hill

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

15-06

18-06

Great Yarmouth Air Show

Great Yarmouth

great-yarmouth.co.uk/ air-show/

15-06

Try Saiing Evening

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

15-06

GYGSC Open - Thursday (Evening Regatta)

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

15-06

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

15-06

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

16-06

18-06

Ajax National Championships

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

16-06

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association East Coast Race

Burnham-on-Crouch to Oostende

eaora.org.uk

16-06

Haven Series Mercator Trophy Race Harwich to Ostend Race 2

East Coast

havenseries.org

17-06

18-06

Classic Regatta

Suffolk Yacht Harbour, Levington

syharbour.co.uk

17-06

18-06

Snipe and Phantom Open

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

17-06

Sea Cadets District Boat Handling Regatta

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

17-06

Norfolk Punt Open

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

17-06

18-06

White Boat Open

Norfolk Punt Club

puntclub.co.uk

17-06

Introduction to Windsurfing Training Day

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

17-06

Blackwater Barge Match

River Blackwater

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

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From

Event

Location

Contact

17-06

Solo Open Meeting

Ardleigh S.C.

ardleighsc.co.uk

17-06

18-06

GYGSC Open - Beach Regatta

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

17-06

18-06

Blackwater Barge Race Weekend from Maldon aboard SB Reminder

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

17-06

18-06

Moody Owners Association Rally to River Colne

Brightlingsea

moodyowners.org/branches/ east-coast/

17-06

Medway in Flames

Chatham Maritime

visitkent.co.uk

17-06

Dover Rowing Regatta

Dover Rowing Club

doverrowingclub.co.uk

17-06

Great East Swim

Alton Water

greatrun.org/great-swim/ great-east-swim

17-06

Javelin Open

Southwold S.C.

southwoldsc.org

18-06

Wherry on view, Wroxham Broad

Wherry Yacht Charter

wherryyachtcharter.org

18-06

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

18-06

Jubilee Beach, Beach Clean

Jubilee Beach Southend on Sea

mcsuk.org

18-06

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

20-06

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

21-06

Suffolk Cream Tea Cruises Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

22-06

Try Saiing Evening

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

22-06

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

23-06

26-06

Dragon East Coast Championships

West Mersea Y.C.

wmyc.org.uk

23-06

Navigation - Basic Trip Planning for Canoeists

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

24-06

25-06

Cadet Open Meeting

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

24-06

25-06

Leader Open

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

24-06

25-06

River Cruiser Class Open

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org

24-06

Wivenhoe Town Regatta

Wivenhoe

wivenhoesailing.org.uk

24-06

GP14 Open Meeting

Tollesbury S.C.

tollesburysc.com

24-06

25-06

Merlin Rocket Open

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

24-06

Eastbourne Rowing Regatta

Eastbourne Rowing Club

eastbournerc.co.uk

24-06

Round Osea Island Rowing Race

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

25-06

Bittern Open Championships

Norfolk Punt Club

puntclub.co.uk

25-06

Hunstanton Carnival

Hunstanton

hunstantoncarnival.co.uk

25-06

Festival of Sail at Hunters Yard

Hunters Yard, Ludham, Great Yarmouth,

huntersyard.co.uk

25-06

All on the water day

Ardleigh S.C.

ardleighsc.co.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

25-06

Gunfleet Regatta

Clacton S.C.

clactonsailingclub.org.uk

25-06

Three Race Regatta

Wilsonian S.C.

wilsoniansc.org.uk

25-06

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

http://nomadseakayaking. co.uk

29-06

02-07

GYGSC Open - D-One Nationals

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

29-06

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

01-07

Optimist Open

Royal Corinthian Y.C., Burnham on Crouch

royalcorinthian.co.uk/

01-07

02-07

Open Regatta Weekend

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

01-07

02-07

Cantley Open Regatta

Yare S.C.

yaresailingclub.org.uk/

01-07

Pin Mill Barge Match

River Orwell

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

01-07

02-07

Pin Mill Barge Race Weekend from Ipswich aboard SB Reminder

Ipswich

top-sail.co.uk

01-07

02-07

St Osyth Wild Camp and Kayak Trip (2 days)

Departure from Brightlingsea

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

01-07

Learn to Eskimo Roll (2 Hour Session)

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

01-07

Deal Rowing Regatta

Deal Rowing Club

dealrowingclub.co.uk

01-07

Nore Race

Southend Pier, Southend on Sea

benfleetyachtclub.org

01-07

Haven Series Stroombank Trophy Race to Burnham

East Coast

havenseries.org

01-07

02-07

Old Gaffers Association Norfolk Gathering

Thurne, River Brue

oga.org.uk

02-07

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

02-07

East Coast Piers Race

Marconi S.C.

eastcoastpiersrace.com

02-07

Fambridge Yacht Haven Half Iron Triathlon

Fambridge Yacht Haven

yachthavens.com/fambridge/

02-07

Woodbridge Regatta and Riverside Fair

Woodbridge

choosewoodbridge.co.uk

02-07

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

02-07

Suffolk Rivers Cruise from Ipswich

Ipswich

top-sail.co.uk

02-07

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

06-07

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Graham Wallis Trophy

Harwich to Oostende

eaora.org.uk

06-07

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

07-07

09-07

Castaway on Northey Island annual camp out event

Northey Island, Maldon

nationaltrust.org.uk/northey-island

07-07

Night Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

08-07

Club Open Day / Try Sailing Day

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

08-07

09-07

Norfolk Punt Open

Norfolk Punt Club

puntclub.co.uk

08-07

09-07

Summer Regatta

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org

08-07

Laser Open

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

08-07

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Cannon Ball Race

Oostende to Ramsgate

eaora.org.uk

08-07

Heybridge Basin Regatta

Heybridge

visitessex.com

08-07

09-07

Moody Owners Association Rally to River Blackwater

Heybridge Basin

moodyowners.org/branches/ east-coast/

08-07

09-07

Feva / Terra Open

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

08-07

09-07

Medway Dinghy Regatta

Wilsonian S.C.

wilsoniansc.org.uk

08-07

Honda Youth RIB Championship ‚South East Regional Final

Medway Y.C.

medwayyachtclub.com

08-07

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

08-07

Introduction to Kayaking Course ‚Non Tidal

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

08-07

Herne Bay Rowing Regatta

Herne Bay Rowing Club

hbarc.co.uk

08-07

09-07

RS200 Open Meeting

Itchenor S.C.

itchenorsc.co.uk

08-07

Round Canvey Island Rowing Race

Benfleet Y.C.

benfleetyachtclub.org

09-07

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Walker Challenge

Ramsgate to Harwich

eaora.org.uk

09-07

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

09-07

Folkestone Rowing Regatta

Folkestone Rowing Club

folkestonerowingclub.co.uk

09-07

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

10-07

Open Day at Norwich Yacht Station

The Norfolk Wherry Trust, Norwich

wherryalbion.com

12-07

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

13-07

RYA Diesel Engine One Day Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

13-07

16-07

Medway Y.C. Keel Boat Regatta

Medway Y.C.

medwayyachtclub.com

13-07

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

14-07

16-07

Thames Traditional Boat Festival

Fawley Meadows - RG9 2HY

tradboatfestival.com

14-07

16-07

Waldringfield Regatta

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

15-07

16-07

Seafly Nationals

Blakeney S.C.

blakeneysailing.co.uk

15-07

16-07

Felixstowe Regatta

River Orwell

felixstoweregatta.co.uk

15-07

16-07

Topper National Series 6

Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Y.C.

rnsyc.net/

15-07

Thames Barge Match

Thames Estuary

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

15-07

16-07

Wivenhoe S.C. Regatta

Wivenhoe S.C.

wivenhoesailing.org.uk

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Location

Contact

15-07

16-07

90th Anniversary Regatta

Colne Y.C.

colneyachtclub.org.uk

15-07

Thames Barge Race Day Sail from Gravesend

Gravesend

top-sail.co.uk

15-07

Thames Historic Barge Driving Race

River Thames, Greenwich Pier to Westminster Bridge

pla.co.uk

15-07

16-07

Whitstable Y.C. Laser Regatta

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

15-07

Luxury day sail

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

15-07

Southsea Rowing Regatta

Southsea Rowing Club

southsearowingclub.co.uk

15-07

16-07

Haven Points Series Race 3

East Coast

havenseries.org

15-07

Old Gaffers Association East Coast Race

Brightlingsea, River Colne

oga.org.uk

15-07

16-07

Sea Kayaking for Improvers (2 Days)

Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

16-07

RCYC RS200 Open Great Eastern series

Royal Corinthian Y.C., Burnham on Crouch

royalcorinthian.co.uk/

16-07

Coldham Hall S.C. Regatta

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

16-07

GYGSC Open - Britannia Pier Race

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

16-07

Thames Cruise from London

London

top-sail.co.uk

16-07

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

16-07

Suffolk Cream Tea Cruises Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

16-07

Deben Long Distance Race

Felixstowe Ferry S.C.

ffsc.co.uk

16-07

Have a go sailing sessions 2 - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

18-07

19-07

Splicing and Ropework Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

19-07

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

19-07

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

20-07

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

20-07

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

21-07

Summer Supper Cruise Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

21-07

23-07

SUP Amarda

Bewl Water

armadaevents.co.uk

22-07

26-07

Benfleet Cadet Week

Benfleet YC

benfleetyachtclub.org

22-07

26-07

Benfleet Cadet Week

Benfleet YC

benfleetyachtclub.org

22-07

23-07

Clinker Races

Overy Staithe SC

overystaithesc.org.uk

22-07

Sea Cadets District Sailing Regatta

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

22-07

Haven Hospice Great Pier Swim

Chalkwell Beach, Southend on Sea

havenshospices.org.uk

22-07

Phantom open meeting

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

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Event

Location

Contact

22-07

23-07

Felixstowe Carnival

Felixstowe

felixstowecarnival.org

22-07

24-07

Sprint 15 National Championships

Thorpe Bay Y.C.

tbyc.org

22-07

28-07

Whitstable Oyster Festival

Whitstable

whitstableoysterfestival.co.uk

22-07

23-07

Wayfarer Open

Medway Y.C.

medwayyachtclub.com

22-07

23-07

Faversham Nautical Festival

Faversham

faversham.org

23-07

Norfolk Broads Y.C. Open Regatta

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

23-07

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

24-07

28-07

Cadet Week

West Mersea Y.C.

wmyc.org.uk

24-07

29-07

Wroxham Week

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

25-07

Doggetts Coat and Badge Race

London Bridge to Cadogan Pier

pla.co.uk/Events

25-07

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

26-07

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

27-07

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 6pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

27-07

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

28-07

30-07

Finesse Rally

Brightlingsea, Colne YC

finesse-owners-association. co.uk

28-07

06-08

Wells Carnival

Wells Next the Sea

wellscarnival.co.uk

29-07

30-07

Gorleston Cliff Top Festival

Gorleston on Sea Cliffs

clifftopfestival.info/

29-07

Introduction to Windsurfing Training Day

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

29-07

Swale Barge Match

River Swale

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

29-07

30-07

Old Gaffers Association Southwold Rally SB

Southwold, River Blyth

oga.org.uk

29-07

30-07

Moody Owners Association Rally to Walton Backwaters

Titchmarsh Marina

moodyowners.org/branches/ east-coast/

29-07

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

29-07

06-08

National Whale And Dolphin Watch

Any UK coastal location

seawatchfoundation.org.uk/ nwdw/

30-07

Navigation - Basic Trip Planning for Canoeists

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

30-07

Maldon Triathlon

Promenade Park, Maldon

dengieevents.co.uk

30-07

Norfolk Broads Y.C. Open Regatta

Norfolk Broads Y.C.

nbyc.co.uk

30-07

Felixstowe Ferry S.c. Open Day

Felixstowe Ferry S.C.

ffsc.co.uk

30-07

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

31-07

04-08

Stone Week

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

31-07

05-08

Cadet Week

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

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Event

Location

Contact

01-08

Open Day at Horning Staithe

The Norfolk Wherry Trust, Norwich

wherryalbion.com

01-08

Hemsby Fireworks Display

Hemsby Beach, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth

gyta.com

01-08

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

02-08

04-08

Summer Evening Open Regatta (7.30pm)

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

02-08

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

02-08

Open Day at Ranworth Staithe

The Norfolk Wherry Trust, Norwich

wherryalbion.com

02-08

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

03-08

06-08

B12 Nationals

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

03-08

Have a go sailing sessions 2 - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

03-08

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 5.30pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

03-08

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

04-08

Night Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

05-08

12-08

Pyfleet Week

Brightlingsea SC

pyefleetweek.sailbrightlingsea.com

05-08

12-08

North West Norfolk Sailing Week

North West Norfolk Sailing Association

norfolkweek.co.uk

05-08

06-08

Summer Open Regatta

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

05-08

06-08

North West Norfolk Week Sailing Regatta

Various NW Norfolk Clubs

norfolkweek.co.uk

05-08

Wherry on view at Ranworth Staithe

The Norfolk Wherry Trust, Norwich

wherryalbion.com

05-08

06-08

Breydon Open Regatta

Yare S.C.

yaresailingclub.org.uk/

05-08

Whitstable Barge Match

Whitstable

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

05-08

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

05-08

Learn to Eskimo Roll (2 Hour Session)

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

05-08

Haven Series Britannia Trophy Race to Lowestoft

East Coast

havenseries.org

06-08

Caister Lifeboat Day

Caister Lifeboat Station

caisterlifeboat.org.uk

06-08

10-08

Sea Week Open Event

Royal Norfolk and Suffolk Y.C.

rnsyc.net/

06-08

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

06-08

11-08

Cadet Week

Medway Y.C.

medwayyachtclub.com

06-08

Introduction to Kayaking Course â&#x20AC;&#x161;Non Tidal

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

06-08

Suffolk Cream Tea Cruises Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

07-08

11-08

GRP Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

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Event

Location

Contact

07-08

11-08

Whitstable Week

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

08-08

Hemsby Fireworks Display

Hemsby Beach, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth

gyta.com

09-08

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

09-08

13-08

Dinghy Week

Walton and Frinton Y.C.

wfyc.co.uk

09-08

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

09-08

12-08

Shearwater Nationals

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

10-08

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 5.30pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

11-08

Summer Supper Cruise Aboard Sailing Barge Victor

Common Quay, Ipswich

sbvictor.co.uk

12-08

13-08

Laser Open Meeting

Overy Staithe SC

.overystaithesc.org.uk

12-08

13-08

Blakeney Regatta

Blakeney S.C.

blakeneysailing.co.uk

12-08

13-08

Royal Harwich YC Regatta

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

12-08

13-08

River Cruiser open meeting

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

12-08

20-08

Clacton Carnival Week

Clacton on Sea

clactoncarnival.org

12-08

13-08

Sail-Escape-Exploreâ&#x20AC;&#x161; Weekend from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

12-08

20-08

Old Gaffers Association August Cruise

Ipswich, Colne and Blackwater

oga.org.uk

12-08

13-08

Whitstable Town Regatta

Whitstable

whitstableregatta.com

12-08

The Sunset Seaside Stroll for Cancer Research

Minster Beach, Minster on Sea

funforlife.btck.co.uk

12-08

18-08

71st Firefly National Championships

Felixstowe Ferry S.C.

ffsc.co.uk

12-08

13-08

Sea Kayaking for Improvers (2 Days)

Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

13-08

Bittern Open Championships

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

13-08

Hemsby Lifeboat Day

Hemsby Lifeboat Station

hemsbynorfolk.co.uk

13-08

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

13-08

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

14-08

18-08

Aldeburgh Junior & Youth Regatta

Aldeburgh YC

aldeburghyc.org.uk

15-08

Hemsby Fireworks Display

Hemsby Beach, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth

gyta.com

16-08

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

16-08

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

17-08

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

17-08

19-08

Musto Skiff Nationals

Brightlingsea SC

sailbrightlingsea.com

17-08

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 5.30pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

18-08

22-08

Cadet Week

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

19-08

21-08

Aldeburgh Olde Marine Regatta and Carnival

Aldeburgh

aldeburghcarnival.com

19-08

24-08

Cadet Week

Royal Burnham Y.C., Burnham on Crouch

rbyc.org

19-08

22-08

Cherub / 4000 Nationals

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

19-08

Sheringham Shantymen Concert at Museum of the Broads

Museum of the Broads, Stalham, Norwich,

museumofthebroads.org.uk

19-08

Topper Eastern Region Summer Champs

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

19-08

Suffolk Rivers Cruise from Ipswich

Ipswich

top-sail.co.uk

20-08

25-08

Mersea Week

West Mersea

merseaweek.com

20-08

Dabchicks SC Regatta

Dabchicks Sc

merseaweek.com

20-08

Mirror Open Meeting

Overy Staithe SC

overystaithesc.org.uk

20-08

25-08

Oulton Week

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

20-08

25-08

Aldeburgh YC Regatta

Aldeburgh YC

aldeburghyc.org.uk

21-08

25-08

Junior Race Week

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

21-08

25-08

Cadet Week

Walton and Frinton Y.C.

wfyc.co.uk

22-08

Hemsby Fireworks Display

Hemsby Beach, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth

gyta.com

22-08

24-08

Rigging Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

22-08

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

23-08

Round the Island Race

West Mersea

merseaweek.com

23-08

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

23-08

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

24-08

25-08

Clacton Airshow

West Greensward, Clacton Seafront

clactonairshow.com

24-08

Clacton Air Show from Brightlingsea

Brightlingsea

top-sail.co.uk

24-08

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

25-08

West Mersea YC Regatta

West Mersea YC

merseaweek.com

25-08

Thorpeness Regatta

Thorpeness

aldringham.onesuffolk.net

26-08

West Mersea Town Regatta

West Mersea

merseaweek.com

26-08

02-09

Burnham Week

Burnham on Crouch

burnhamweek.com

26-08

Morston Regatta

Blakeney S.C.

blakeneysailing.co.uk

26-08

28-08

Essex Dinghy Championships

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

26-08

Open Day

Walton and Frinton Y.C.

wfyc.co.uk

26-08

28-08

August Regatta

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

26-08

Luxury day sail

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

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Location

Contact

26-08

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

26-08

28-08

Southwold S.C. Regatta

Southwold S.C.

southwoldsc.org

27-08

Hemsby Herring Festival

Hemsby Lifeboat Station

hemsbynorfolk.co.uk

27-08

Southend Barge Match

Southend on Sea

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

27-08

Navigation - Basic Trip Planning for Canoeists

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

27-08

28-08

Big Wild Sleep Out on Havergate Island

Havergate Island, River Ore

wasuffolk.com

27-08

Itchenor S.C. Regatta

Itchenor S.C.

itchenorsc.co.uk

27-08

Wild Swimming Evening

Upper River Bure

thecanoeman.com

28-08

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Night 4pm

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

29-08

Hemsby Fireworks Display

Hemsby Beach, Hemsby, Gt Yarmouth

gyta.com

30-08

Summer Fireworks at Great Yarmouth Central Beach

Great Yarmouth Central Beach

great-yarmouth.co.uk

30-08

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

30-08

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

31-08

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

01-09

02-09

Tideway Owners Association Rally

Medway Y.C.

tidewaydinghy.org

01-09

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

02-09

Broadland Youth Regatta

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

02-09

Colne Smack and Barge Match

River Colne

sailingbargeassociation.co.uk

02-09

03-09

Colne Barge & Smack Race Weekend from Brightlingsea

Brightlingsea

top-sail.co.uk

02-09

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

02-09

03-09

Haven Points Series Race 4

East Coast

havenseries.org

03-09

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

03-09

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

03-09

West Mersea Oyster Dredging Match

West Mersea, River Blackwater

mersearegatta.org.uk/ dredgingmatch.htm

03-09

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

03-09

Essex Boat Jumble

Battlesbridge Antiques Centre, Battlesbridge

boatjumbleassociation.co.uk

03-09

Oulton Broad MotorBoat Race Day 12 noon

Lowestoft and Oulton Broad MotorBoat Club

lobmbc.org.uk

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

06-09

07-09

Caulking Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

09-09

The Great River Race

River Thames

greatriverrace.co.uk

09-09

10-09

Streaker Open

Blakeney S.C.

blakeneysailing.co.uk

09-09

10-09

Cartoon Trophy Open Meeting

Waldringfield S.C.

waldringfieldsc.com

09-09

10-09

Cadet Open

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

09-09

Single Hander Dinghy Open

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

09-09

10-09

Free Heritage Open Days

Museum of the Broads, Stalham, Norwich,

museumofthebroads.org.uk

09-09

10-09

18ft Skiff Open

Marconi S.C.

marconi-sc.org.uk/

09-09

10-09

Sudbury to the Sea Canoeing

Sudbury to Cattawade

riverstourtrust.org

09-09

10-09

Leigh Regatta

Leigh on Sea

leighsailingclub.org

09-09

Great River Race

River Thames, Greenwich to Twickenham

pla.co.uk

09-09

10-09

The Forts Race

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

09-09

IOS Round the Island Race

Isle of Sheppy S.C.

iossc.org.uk

10-09

11-09

Great Yarmouth Maritime Festival

Great Yarmouth

great-yarmouth.co.uk/ maritime-festival/

10-09

GP14 Open

Erith Y.C.

erithyachtclub.org.uk

10-09

Have a go sailing sessions 2 - 4pm

St Edmundsbury Sailing and Canoeing Association

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

11-09

15-09

GRP Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

13-09

Midweek sail & dine

Ipswich waterfront

vikingmariners.co.uk

15-09

17-09

Wells Next the Sea Pirate Festival

Wells Next the Sea

wellsmaltings.org.uk

15-09

24-09

Southampton Boat Show

Southampton

southamptonboatshow.com

15-09

17-09

Out There Festival

St. Georges Park, Gt Yarmouth

seachangearts.org.uk

15-09

East Anglian Offshore Racing Association Buckley Goblets

West Mersea to Oostende

eaora.org.uk

15-09

Secrets of the Blackwater Day Sail from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

16-09

17-09

Barts Bash

Various locations

bartsbash.com

16-09

Yare Navigation Race

Coldham Hall S.C.

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

16-09

Pin Mill Smack Race

Pin Mill, River Orwell

pmsc.org.uk

16-09

17-09

Broads One Design weekend

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

16-09

17-09

Haven Points Series Race 5

East Coast

havenseries.org

16-09

Recoveries for Sea Kayakers Day Course

Alton Water Sports Centre

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

16-09

17-09

Open Meeting Laser/OK/D-Zero Nationals

Brightlingsea SC

sailbrightlingsea.com

17-09

Suffolk Rivers Cruise from Ipswich

Ipswich

top-sail.co.uk

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From

Event

Location

Contact

17-09

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

17-09

Jubilee Beach, Beach Clean

Jubilee Beach Southend on Sea

mcsuk.org

23-09

Seavets Windsurf Regatta

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

23-09

24-09

Autumn Open Regatta

Yare S.C.

yaresailingclub.org.uk/

23-09

Maldon Town Regatta

Promenade Park, Maldon

maldonregatta.co.uk

23-09

Enterprise and OK Open meeting

Ardleigh S.C.

ardleighsc.co.uk

23-09

Wivenhoe S.C. Open Day

Wivenhoe S.C.

wivenhoesailing.org.uk

23-09

24-09

Sail-Escape-Exploreâ&#x20AC;&#x161; Weekend from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

23-09

SUP Big Ben Challenge

River Thames, Putney Hard to Westminster Bridge

pla.co.uk

23-09

Guided Sea Kayaking on the North Norfolk Coast

Brancaster

thecanoeman.com

24-09

RYA East Zone Championships

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

30-09

Burnham on Crouch Carnival

Burnham on Crouch

burnham-carnival.co.uk

30-09

01-10

Thames Trafalgar Race

Little Ship Club

littleshipclub.co.uk/events/ thames-trafalgar-race-2017save-date

30-09

01-10

505 / Musto Skiff Open

Stone S.C.

stonesailingclub.org.uk

30-09

01-10

Autumn Open Regatta

Hickling Broad S.C.

hicklingbroad.com

30-09

Burnham on Crouch Carnival

Burnham on Crouch

burnham.org.uk

30-09

01-10

Thames Trafalgar Race

Blackwall Reach to Erith Y.C.

ittleshipclub.co.uk

01-10

GYGSC Open Sprint

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

01-10

Seal Colony Eco Tour Guided Canoe Trip

Dovercourt Beach to Walton Backwaters

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

03-10

04-10

Lofting Theory Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

03-10

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

07-10

Laser and Solo Open Meeting

Royal Harwich Y.C.

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

07-10

Broads Angling Championship

St Benets Abbey or Martham Boatyard

stbenetsabbey.org

07-10

Junior Regatta

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

07-10

08-10

Yare and Brue One Design Open

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org/

07-10

14-10

Barton Charter Yacht Regatta

Barton Broad

marthamboats.com/

07-10

Birds of the Colne Cruise from Brightlingsea

Brightlingsea

top-sail.co.uk

07-10

08-10

Saltmarsh 75

Maldon and Essex Coastline

saltmarsh75.co.uk

07-10

08-10

Asymetric Open B14/RS200/ RS700/4000/2000

Brightlingsea SC

sailbrightlingsea.com

Always check coastal.events for late changes!

From

Event

Location

Contact

08-10

Rows, Fishwives and Red Herrings Guided Walk round Gt Yarmouth

Gt Yarmouth South Quay

great-yarmouth.co.uk

08-10

Laser and Streaker open meeting

Waveney and Oulton Broad Y.C.

wobyc.com

08-10

Birds of the Colne Cruise from Brightlingsea

Brightlingsea

top-sail.co.uk

08-10

Kent Boat Jumble

The Hop Farm, Maidstone Road, Paddock Wood

boatjumbleassociation.co.uk

08-10

Shotley to Pin Mill Guided Canoe Trip

Departure from Shotley Marina

nomadseakayaking.co.uk

10-10

11-10

Splicing and Ropework Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

13-10

15-10

Harwich International Sea Shanty Festival

Harwich

harwichshantyfestival.co.uk

13-10

15-10

Essex Used Boat Show

Burnham Yacht Harbour

clarkeandcarter.co.uk

13-10

15-10

Kent Used Boat Show

Chatham Maritime Marina

clarkeandcarter.co.uk

14-10

15-10

Tollesbury Autumn Boat Show

Tollesbury Marina

tollesbury-marina.co.uk

14-10

Birdwatching Cruise from Ipswich

Ipswich

top-sail.co.uk

14-10

Phantom Open

Alton Water Sports Centre

altonwater.co.uk

15-10

Autumn Regatta

East Anglian C.C.

ea-cc.org/

15-10

GYGSC Open

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

15-10

Birdwatching Cruise from Harwich

Harwich

top-sail.co.uk

17-10

19-10

Rigging Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

21-10

22-10

Laser European Qualifier

Whitstable Y.C.

wyc.org.uk

22-10

GYGSC Open

Great Yarmouth and Gorleston S.C.

gygsc.org.uk

22-10

Birdwatching Walk & Cruise from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

23-10

Birdwatching Walk & Cruise from Maldon

Maldon

top-sail.co.uk

23-10

Ipswich Boat Jumble

Trinity Park, Ipswich

boatjumbleassociation.co.uk

24-10

Glorious Memories of the Golden Mile Guided Seafront walk Gt Yarmouth

Wellington Pier, Gt Yarmouth

visitnorfolk.co.uk

26-10

RYA Diesel Engine One Day Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

27-10

29-10

Suffolk Used Boat Show

Suffolk Yacht Harbour

clarkeandcarter.co.uk

20-11

24-11

GRP Short Course

IBTC, Lowestoft

ibtc.co.uk

01-01-18

New Years Day Race

Felixstowe Ferry S.C.

ffsc.co.uk

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Club

Location

Contact

Adastral Park SC

Orwell/Deben

adastralsailing.org.uk

Aldeburgh YC

Slaughden Road, Aldeburgh

aldeburghyc.org.uk

Alexandra YC

Southend, Essex

alexyachtclub.co.uk

Alton Water Rowing Club

Alton Watersports Stutton.

altonrowingclub.com

Ardleigh SC

Clover Way Ardleigh

ardleighsc.com

Beccles Rowing Club

Puddingmoor, Beccles,

becclesrowingclub.co.uk

Beccles Rowing Club

Puddingmoor, Beccles,

becclesrowingclub.co.uk

Benfleet Rowing Club Benfleet YC

Canvey Island.

benfleetyachtclub.org/Rowing2. html

Benfleet YC

Canvey Road, Canvey Island

benfleetyachtclub.org

Blackwater Rowers at Stone Stone Sailing Club

dboosey@btinternet.com

Blackwater SC

Basin Road, Heybridge, Maldon

blackwatersailingclub.org.uk

Blakeney Coastal Rowing Association

Blakeney

crablakeney.wordpress.com

Blakeney Sailing Club

The Quay, Blakeney, Holt

blakeneysailing.co.uk

Bradwell Cruising Club

Bradwell Marina, Essex

bradwellcruisingclub.co.uk

Bradwell Quay YC

Bradwell-on-Sea. Essex

bqyc.org.uk

Brancaster Staithe Sailing Club

Brancaster Staithe, Kings Lynn

bssc.net

Brandy Hole YC

Pooles Lane, Hullbridge, Hockley

brandyhole.com

Brightlingsea Coastal Rowing Club

Brightlingsea, Essex

brightlingsearowing.co.uk

Brightlingsea SC

Oyster Tank Road, Brightlingsea

sailbrightlingsea.com

Burnham Coastal Rowing Club

Burnham on Crouch, Essex

07932 002203

Chelmsford Canoe Club

Empire walk, Chelmsford

chelmsfordcanoeclub.co.uk

Clacton Canoe Club

Vista Road, Clacton-On-Sea

clactoncanoeclub.co.uk

Clacton on Sea SC

The Esplanade, Clacton-on-Sea, Holland-on-Sea

clactonsailingclub.org.uk

Colchester ‘Out There’ Canoe Club

Wryneck Close, Colchester,CO4 5XH

out-there.org.uk

Colchester Canoe Club

Belle Vue Road, Colchester, CO1 1XA

colchestercanoeclub.co.uk

Coldham Hall Sailing Club

Carnser, Surlingham, Norfolk

coldhamhallsailingclub.co.uk

Colne YC

Waterside, Brightlingsea

colneyachtclub.org.uk

Crouch YC

Coronation Road, Burnham on Crouch

cyc.org.uk

Dabchicks SC

Coast Road, West Mersea

dabchicks.org

Deben Canoe Club

Woodbridge

dwsc.org.uk

Deben Rowing Club Deben Rowing Club

Boathouse, Woodbridge

debenrowingclub.blogspot.co.uk

Deben YC

Jetty Lane, Woodbridge

debenyachtclub.co.uk

Club

Location

Contact

Denver Cruising Club

c/o Denver Sailing Club, Sluice Road, Denver, Downham Market

myweb.tiscali.co.uk/davenrich/

Denver Sailing Club

Sluice Road, Denver, Downham Market

tenmilebank.co.uk

Dereham Canoe Group

River Wensum, Swanton Morley

derehamcanoeing.co.uk/

Eagle Canoe Club

Helford St, Norwich

eaglecanoeclub.org.uk

East Anglian Cruising Club

Thurne

ea-cc.org

East Suffolk Water Ski Club

Felixstowe Ferry Sailing Club

eswsc.co.uk

Essex YC

Leigh on Sea, Essex

essexyachtclub.co.uk

Eyott SC

White Tree Court South Woodham Ferrers

eyottsailingclub.org.uk

Felixstowe Ferry SC

The Ferry, Felixstowe

ffsc.co.uk

Foxâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marina YC

The Strand, Ipswich

fmyc.org.uk

Gt Yarmouth & Gorlestone SC

Harbour Mouth, Gorleston on Sea

gygsc.co.uk

Harwich Town SC

Angel Gate, Harwich

htsc.co.uk

Haven Ports YC

Suffolk Yacht Harbour Levington, Ipswich

hpyc.com

Hickling Broad Sailing Club

Staithe Rd, Hickling, Norwich

hicklingbroad.com

Horning Sailing Club

Ropes Hill, Horning, Norwich

horningsc.co.uk

Hostellers SC

Paglesham on the river Roach in Essex

hostellerssailingclub.org.uk

Hunstanton Sailing Club

North Promenade, Hunstanton

hunstantonsc.co.uk

Ipswich Canoe Club

Ipswich Suffolk

ipswichcanoeclub.org.uk

Ipswich Rowing Club

The Quay, New Cut West, Ipswich, IP2 8HN,

ipswichrc.org.uk

Island YC

Point Road, Canvey Island

islandyachtclub.org.uk

Kings Lynn Coastal Rowing Club

Kings Lynn

klcrc.club

Leigh on Sea SC

Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.

leighsailingclub@gmail.com

Little Ship Club

Bell Wharf Lane, Upper Thames Street, London

littleshipclub.co.uk

Lowestoft and District Canoe Club

Lowestoft

lowestoftcanoeclub.publishpath. com

Lowestoft Rowing Club

Oulton Broad, Lowestoft

lowestoftrowingclub.org.uk

Maldon and Dengie Canoe Club

Burnham on Crouch

madcanoeclub.co.uk

Maldon Gig Rowing Club

Maldon, River Blackwater, Essex

maldongigclub.org.uk

Maldon Little SC

The Hythe, Maldon

mlsc.org.uk

Manningtree Rowing Club Stour Sailing Club,

Manningtree, Essex

stoursailingclub.co.uk/rowingboats

Club

Location

Contact

Marconi SC

Stansgate, Southminster

marconi-sc.org.uk

Mersea Island Rowing Club

West Mersea, Essex

mersearowingclub.org.uk

Norfolk Broads Yacht Club

The Avenue, Wroxham

nbyc.co.uk

Norfolk Punt Club

Staithe at Barton, Barton Broad

puntclub.co.uk/

North Fambridge YC

Ferry Road, North Fambridge

nfyc.co.uk

Northern Rivers Sailing Club

The anchorage, River Bure, Acle

thenrsc.com

Norwich Canoe Club

Trowse Newton, Norwich

norwichcanoeclub.co.uk

Norwich Rowing Club

Whitlingham Lane, Norwich

norwichrowingclub.co.uk

Orford SC

Orford, Woodbridge

orfordsail.org.uk

Orwell YC

Bourne Bridge, Ipswich

orwellyachtclub.org.uk

Ouse Amateur SC

Ferry Lane, Kings Lynn

oasc.co.uk

Pin Mill SC

Pin Mill, Ipswich

pmsc.org.uk

Rowhedge Coastal Rowing Club

Rowhedge, River Colne, Essex

rowhedgecrc.co.uk

Royal Burnham YC

The Quay, Burnham on Crouch

rbyc.org.uk

Royal Corinthian YC

The Quay, Burnham on Crouch

royalcorinthian.co.uk

Royal Harwich YC

Marine Road, Woolverstone, Ipswich

royalharwichyachtclub.co.uk

Royal Norfolk and Suffolk YC

Royal Plain, Lowestoft

rnsyc.net

Shotley SC

Queen Victoria Drive, Shotley Gate, Ipswich

shotleysailingclub.co.uk

Snettisham Beach SC

Snettisham Beach Kingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lynn Norfolk

snetbeach.co.uk

Snowflake Sailing Club

Horning,

sfsc.co.uk

Southend Canoe Club

Southend, Essex

southendcanoe.ndo.co.uk

Southend Coastal Rowing Club

Southend on Sea, Essex

southendcrc.com

St Edmundsbury S & CA

Mildenhall Road, Lackford, Bury St Edmunds

westsuffolksailing.org.uk

Stoke SC

Slumpy Lane, Freston, Ipswich

No website

Stone Watersports Club

St Lawrence Bay, Southminster

stonewatersports.net

Stour SC

Quay Street, Manningtree

stoursailingclub.co.uk

Suffolk SUP Club

Ipswich, Suffolk

suffolksup.com

Tendering Canoe Club

Walton, Essex

essexinfo.net/tcc

Thames Estuary YC

The Leas, Westcliff-on-Sea

teyc.co.uk

Up River YC

Pooles Lane, Hullbridge

upriver.org

Waldringfi eld SC

Cliff Road, Waldringfield, Woodbridge

waldringfieldsc.com

Walton and Frinton YC

Mill Lane, Walton on the Naze

wfyc.co.uk

Club

Location

Contact

Waveney & Oulton Broad Yacht Club

Nicholas Everitt Park, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft

wobyc.com/

Wells Sailing Club

East Quay, Wells next the Sea

wellssailingclub.co.uk/

Wensum Ospreys

Taverham, Norwich

wocc.org.uk

West Mersea YC

116 Coast Road, West Mersea

wmyc.org.uk

West Norfolk Rowing Club

Denver Sluice, Downham Market

wnrc.westnorfolkrowingclub. co.uk

Wet and Dry SUP Club

Leigh on Sea

wetndrysup.com

Wivenhoe SC

Walter Radcliffe Way Wivenhoe

wiverhoesailing.org.uk

Wivgigs Rowing Club

Wivenhoe, Essex.

wivenhoesailing.org.uk

Woodbridge Cruising Club

River Wall, Woodbridge SuffolkIP12 4BB

woodbridgecruisingclub.org

Woodham Ferrers Water Ski Club

Woodham Ferrers

wfwsc.co.uk

Yare Boat Club

Thorpe St. Andrew, Norwich

yareboatclub.org

Yare Sailing Club

River Yare

yaresailingclub.org.uk

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BOATBUILDERS Wayside, Glenham Road, Sweffling, IP17 2BQ 01728 663858 adrian@adriandonovan.co.uk www.adriandonovan.co.uk

Adrian Donovan

Traditional boatbuilder working from Suffolk. Undertakes repairs or wooden boats and new builds including Whitehall rowing skiff and the Francois Vivier designed Morbic 12.

Whitehouse Cottage, Layer Breton, Colchester, CO2 0PT 01206 331212 sallyboatsales@btopenworld.com www.briankennellboatbuilders.co.uk

Brian Kennel

Brian has been involved in many different projects including the restoration of many Essex Smacks. He has also worked on a number of Lottery funded restorations including Thames Barges and Dunkirk Little Ships. Brian also builds the 12ft. GRP Smacks Boat which is available in rowing and sailing versions.

Tideway Dinghies

“Fenby” The Shipways, North Street, Maldon, Essex. CM9 5HL 01621 851081 info@tidewaydinghies.co.uk www.tidewaydinghies.co.uk Builders of high quality classic dinghies. The Tideway range comes in 10, 12 or 14 foot versions with high quality fibreglass hulls in simulated clinker style coupled with wood in the build.

BOATYARDS Fort Green, Aldeburgh IP15 5DE 01728 452019 info@demonyachts.co.uk www.aldeburghboatyard.co.uk

Aldeburgh Boatyard

Aldeburgh Boatyard is now run by Demon Yachts Ltd. and offers a full range of services including GRP and timber repairs, yearly maintenance, rigging work and engine servicing.

The Strand, Wherstead, Ipswich IP2 8SA 01473 689111 www.foxsmarina.com

Fox’s Boatyard

Located on the River Orwell Fox’s has the largest yacht repair, refit and maintenance facility on the East Coast and specialises in working on modern GRP cruising yachts, race boats and motorboats, as well as classic wooden yachts.

Harry Kings / Kings Boatyard

Pin Mill, Ipswich. IP9 1JN 01473 780258 info@kingsboatyard.co.uk www.harrykings.co.uk

Harry Kings offer a comprehensive boatyard service, from storage and launching, to restorations. All types of work undertaken from traditional wood to GRP, spars, interior fit outs, maintenance, paint and varnish.

BOATYARDS Harbour Marine Services

Blackshore, Southwold Harbour, IP18 6TA 01502 724721 info@harbourmarine.co.uk southwoldboatyard.co.uk

A family run business based on the River Blyth in Southwold. Full traditional and modern boatbuilding techniques in timber, GRP, aluminium and steel. West systems approved Osmosis treatment centre. Full rigging service, marine engineering and electrical.

Sea Lake Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR32 3LQ 01502 569663 info@ibtc.co.uk www.ibtc.co.uk

IBTC Marine Services

Full service yard on Lake Lothing, Lowestoft. Excellent access by road and sea. Major works undertaken in wood, steel and GRP, including planking, repairs, interior and exterior renovation, paint, varnish and anti-foul.

CHANDLERS & CLOTHING Arthur Beale

194 Shaftesbury Ave, London. WC2H 8JP 020 7836 9034 sales@arthurbeale.co.uk www.arthurbeale.co.uk London’s yacht chandlery located in Shaftsbury Ave and established over 400 years. Laid out over 2 floors the shop stocks everything form reels of rope, to books and nautical clothing.

A.S.A.P. Supplies

Reed House, Ellough Ind Est. Beccles NR34 7TD 01502-716993 info@asap-supplies.com www.asap-supplies.com Marine Products for Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul. Retail and Trade sales by mail order, on-line and over the counter. Regular weekly deliveries throughout the East Coast.

Classic Marine

Levington, Ipswich. IP10 0LN 01394 380390 info@classicmarine.co.uk www.classicmarine.co.uk Manufacturer and supplier of fittings for Classic Yachts. Off the shelf and bespoke pieces. Based in Suffolk Yacht Harbour on the River Orwell. Mail order available.

Fox’s Chandlery

The Strand, Wherstead, Ipswich IP2 8SA 01473 688431 info@foxsmarineandcountry.com foxsmarineandcountry.com One of the largest chandlery and outdoor stores of it’s kind, with around 15,000 sq ft of retail space stocking over 10,000 product lines. Located within Fox’s Marina & Boatyard on the River Orwell.

CHARTER AND TRIPS Downs Road Boatyard,19a Downs Road, Maldon, CM9 5HG. 07801 364 135 info@marigoldcharters.co.uk marigoldcharters.co.uk/

Marigold Charters

Marigold Charters is an Essex based company offering sailing adventures on and around the river Blackwater. Marigold is available for charter from Maldon throughout the year. Charters are either for the day or short sails on the tide.

Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR32 3LQ 07402 128311 lowestoftferry.co.uk.

Lowestoft Ferry

The Lowestoft Ferry offers a regular service between Oulton Broad and Heritage Quay at Lowestoft. It runs daily throughout the summer and can also be chartered privately.

MAINTENANCE AND VALETING Estuary Vessel Management

Innisfree, Estuary Cresent, Shotley Gate, IP9 1QA 01473 788806 www.estuaryvesselmanagement.co.uk

Full management service for your boat including maintenance, vessel care and cleaning and sail and canvas work.

MARINAS ABP Ipswich Haven

New Cut East, Ipswich, IP3 0EA 01473 236644 www.ipswichhavenmarina.co.uk An award winning 320 berth marina situated in the Wet Dock at the Port of Ipswich. The Five Gold Anchor-rated marina is equipped with a host of facilities, including washing and laundry facilities, as well as a chandlery, boatyard services, and fuel.

ABP Lowestoft Haven

School Road, Lowestoft , NR33 9NB 01502 580300 lowestofthaven@abports.co.uk www.lowestofthavenmarina.co.uk The School Road site offers gas and diesel, a 70-tonne hoist, storage ashore, undercover storage, a repairs and refits workshop.

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MARINAS Fambridge Yacht Haven

Church Road, North Fambridge, CM3 6LU 01621 740370 fambridge@yachthavens.com www.yachthavens.com/fambridge

Fambridge Yacht Haven is spread across two adjacent sites on the River Crouch. The 220 berth marina provides a safe harbour for vessels up to 60 ft (18m) LOA, whilst the ‘Yacht Station’ offers over 120 deep water swinging moorings, fully serviced mud berths, and a 120m visitors’ pontoon.

Shotley Gate, Ipswich, IP9 1QJ 01473 788982 www.shotleymarina.com

Shotley Marina

Providing almost instant access to the sea and the Rivers Orwell and Stour this 350 berth marina offers 24 hour access at all states of the tide, modern shower blocks and a pub and restaurant on site.

Levington, Ipswich. IP10 0LN 01473 659632 berthing@syharbour.co.uk www.syharbour.co.uk

Suffolk Yacht Harbour

SYH is the East Coast’s leading independent marina, with 550 berths. It offers boatyard services, maintenance, repair and chandlery facilities as well as sailmaking, spar and rigging services, electronics, a sailing school, marine surveyor, brokerage and inboard/outboard engineering.

Tidemill Yacht Harbour

Tidemill Way, Woodbridge, IP12 1BP 01394 385745 info@tidemillyachtharbour.co.uk www.tidemillyachtharbour.co.uk

A long established marina on the River Deben. Facilities include washroom amenities and new fully equipped workshops. The team are on hand for berthing, lifts and cleans, winter storage and all the running repairs and maintenance your boat may need.

Tollesbury Saltings

Woodrolfe Road, Tollesbury, Essex, CM9 8SE 07521 318155 info@tsl-online.co.uk www.tsl-online.co.uk Situated at the mouth of the R. Blackwater, Essex, TSL’s natural marina provides yacht moorings, boat & mast lifts, winter storage and local access to associated services. Great for sailing too!

SAILS AND COVERINGS Sail and Cover

Woolverstone Marina, Ipswich, IP9 1AS 01473 780075 info@sailandcover.co.uk www.sailandcover.co.uk Sail and Cover specialise in high quality made-to-measure boat covers, spray hoods, dodgers, stac systems, sail covers, Biminis, tonneau covers, upholstery and sail cleaning and repair.

TRAINING AND TUITION Sea Lake Road, Oulton Broad, Lowestoft, NR32 3LQ 01502 569663 info@ibtc.co.uk www.ibtc.co.uk

IBTC

The IBTC, International Boatbuilding Training College, at Lowestoft offers a wide range of traditional boatbuilding and joinery courses together with shorter courses exploring additional woodworking skills and maritime crafts.

Woolverstone Marina, Ipswich, IP9 1AS 07702 259568 shearwatersailing.lewis@gmail.com shearwatersailingschool.co.uk/

Shearwater Sailing

A family run sailing school specialising in providing a friendly, fun and quality sailing experience. All practical and theory courses are taken by expert RYA Yachtmaster Instructors. Own boat tuition and mile building offered.

WATERSPORTS Alton Water Sports Centre

Holbrook Road, Stutton, Ipswich IP9 2RY 01473 328408 info@altonwater.co.uk www.altonwater.co.uk

Learn to sail, windsurf, kayak or paddle-board with fully qualified and enthusiastic instructors. The centre also has an extensive range of Kayaks, Paddle boards, Dinghies, Row boats and Windsurf equipment available to hire.

Frangipani Sup

Maldon, Essex 07597 094233 info@frangipanisup.com www.frangipanisup.com Frangipani SUP is a friendly, family run mobile stand up paddle board school, based in Maldon in Essex, which teaches people to use and enjoy stand up paddle boards in a safe and fun way.

Nomad Sea Kayaking

Suffolk, Essex and Dorset Coast 01473 375 026 adventure@nomadseakayaking.co.uk www.nomadseakayaking.co.uk Nomad Sea kayaking offer professionally guided tours and courses, including day and night tours, wild camping, and tuition for all levels of kayaking from beginner to advanced.

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Order online or come and visit our chandlery at Suffolk Yacht Harbour on the east coast. Telephone: 01394 380390 or 01473 659394 | Email: info@classicmarine.co.uk | www.classicmarine.co.uk Classic Marine, Suffolk Yacht Harbour, Levington, Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom IP10 0LN Photography Credit: Emily Harris

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Suffolk Yacht Harbour:

the east coast’s leading marina Credits: Main Photo - Patrick Squire. Below - Gill Moon & Emily Harris.

Founded in 1967, Suffolk Yacht Harbour is the east coast’s largest independently owned marina offering a vast array of onsite services and facilities. Comprising 550 berths and additional swinging moorings, with access at all states of the tide, the marina offers the ideal stopover whilst cruising along the picturesque rivers and coastal waters of East Anglia.

A marine hub for local and visiting yachtsmen. • Busy calendar of events and regattas, including the annual Classic Regatta. • Haven Ports Yacht Club offers a warm welcome, hearty food and drinks for locals and visitors.

• Maintenance facilities and services for classic and modern yachts, including boat hoists up to 75 tonnes, two well equipped chandleries and newly refurbished workshops.