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Welcome to the Royal London Yacht Club

The Club is one of the most historic and prestigious Yacht Clubs in Great Britain. The elegant Regency Clubhouse with eleven beautiful bedrooms and several function rooms has recently been refurbished and upgraded. The Club is situated on The Parade, Cowes, Isle of Wight with a unique waterfront position and enviable balcony overlooking the Solent. The Club, which is a private Members Club, organises sailing and social events for both Members and Visitors, has amazing service and the highest standard of catering. It has gained an enviable reputation for organising top quality Sailing Regattas, including Cowes Classic Week, the World’s Biggest Classic Yacht Regatta.

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Fitting Out Dinner

Please join us for the traditional start to the sailing season, the Fitting Out Dinner bookings can be made by clicking here Royal London Yacht Club (rlyc.org.uk) More »

22 Mar 2024

Easter Sunday Lunch

Please join us for Easter Sunday Lunch. Bookings can be made online by clicking on the following link https://www.rlyc.org.uk//event/924615 More »

Thursday evening supper

Please join us for a Thursday evening supper. Bookings can be made online by clicking on the following link https://www.rlyc.org.uk//event/989285 More »

Gentlemen's Lunch

Please join us for Gentlemen's Lunch on Friday 22nd March. Bookings can be made online until 12.00 on Wednesday 20th February by clicking on the following link https://www.rlyc.org.uk//event/924611 More »

Infinity of Yar January update

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Upcoming events

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About the RYA

RYA stands for Royal Yachting Association. Set up in 1875 as the Yacht Racing Association, the RYA has since become the national governing body for dinghy, motor and sail cruising, all forms of sail racing, RIBs and sportsboats, windsurfing and personal watercraft and a leading representative body for inland waterways cruising.

The RYA exists to get more people into boating and watersport activities, promote safe boating practices and raise the standards of yachting and sailing in the UK through its network of more than 2,400 RYA recognised training centres in more than 58 countries, and more than 1,500 RYA affiliated clubs.

• RYA Board of Directors
• Together on Water

We’re delighted to introduce ‘Together on Water’, our vision for the future of sailing and boating as a connected, inspired and inclusive community

Meet key Members of the RYA Senior Management Team

The RYA acts as a voice for boating, by representing recreational boating interests

Our programmes, such as OnBoard, Sailability & Discover Sailing help to grow and broaden participation in boating. 

We help Britain’s brightest sailing and windsurfing talents fulfil their potential.

Our schemes are run through 2,400 RYA recognised training centres the length and breadth of the UK and in 58 countries around the world.

The 2023 AGM will be held on 10 November at One Great George Street, London, SW1P 3AA and will be live streamed. View agenda.

The RYA Board of Directors is comprised of a mix of non-executive and executive directors and includes an Senior Independent Director

Find out more about our official partners and how we work with them.

View open vacancies & committee roles

The RYA is committed to upholding the letter and spirit of the Bribery Act 2010

How to raise concern if you believe that there is serious malpractice within any part of the RYA

View our policy & guidelines, plus what to do if you have a concern

Learn about the RYAs approach and policies to ensure fair and equal treatment for all

The RYA Safety Management System is a systematic approach to managing safety

Read the RYA Sustainability Strategy and find related policy documents and resources

Read about our commitment to responsible tax conduct in the RYA Fair Tax Mark Statement

Responsibility for the Association's activities is delegated to a number of policy committees. Learn more here

• Club of the Year

The annual RYA Club of the Year Award, supported by Gallagher recognises the outstanding achievement of sailing clubs across the UK and promotes the hard work and dedication that goes into running a successful club.

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Royal Lymington Yacht Club

The home of yachting, dinghy sailing and motor boating., new members are always welcome., join our regular keelboat and dinghy racing in a fantastic sailing area., motor boating, join regular motorboat cruises and meets with our growing power boat section., bar, restaurant and sun terrace, exquisite dining with stunning views at our popular bar and restaurant., join our day sails, weekend meets and longer cruises in the solent and beyond., younger sailors, our thriving junior and youth section inspires a life-long passion for sailing..

Royal Lymington Yacht Club welcomes new Members including experienced sailors and those new to the water.

We host regular keelboat and dinghy racing, Club events and large-scale National and International regattas.

For those who travel in a more relaxed manner afloat, our cruising section boasts a fine and varied selection of activities.

Join our growing power boat section on regular motor cruises.

Our Bar and Restaurant

Affordable and family-friendly bar and restaurant with spectacular views!

Junior and Youth

A prominent RYA training centre, we provide regular training courses, regattas, championships and events.

Our flexible space and stunning views are the perfect venue for conferences, celebrations and other events.

Our flexible space and stunning views are perfect for conferences, celebrations and other events.

Visiting the Club

How to find us by sea and by land, links to accommodation.

Our Centenary

In 2022 we will be celebrating 100 years of the Royal Lymington Yacht Club!

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Upcoming Events

March 21, 2024

'I've started so I'll finish' - The farewell Tour!

After 18 years (and 10500 questions!) of Vince Sutherland hosting his fantastic Quiz, his very last quiz will be on Thursday 4th April.    Register your team's entry and book your quiz night supper by Friday 29th March.

March 08, 2024

Mike Cowan: Oil Spill Response - Some of the Issues

It is with great pleasure that we announce the guest speaker for our Cruising winter lecture on Wednesday, March 20th. We are honoured to welcome Member Mike Cowan who will be delivering his talk titled 'Oil Spill Response; Some of the Issues'.

March 04, 2024

Thursday Night Racing is Back

Get ready to set sail into the exhilarating world of Thursday Night Racing, proudly sponsored by Spencers Coastal ! It's that time again to gear up for the ultimate weekly showdown on the western Solent.

March 06, 2024

Club Member India Syms Participating in the Ocean Globe Race.

Club Member India Syms is currently participating in the Ocean Globe Race as the Navigator aboard 'Outlaw' . They have recently completed an incredible 3rd leg.  Read all about their journey.

February 13, 2024

Spring Series 2024

Exciting news, get ready to mark your calendars because the Spring Series is making its return this year, and we want YOU to be a part of it!

February 07, 2024

RYA Training Centre

Discover our exciting lineup of courses at our RYA training Centre. Secure your spot today and access all the details by clicking the link.

Based in the heart of the Hamble River with The Solent on our doorstep, we are one of the world’s finest yacht clubs with a sailing area to match.

At The Southern we pride ourselves on our superb Clubhouse and facilities, a dedicated staff who work around the clock to make every Member and guest feel welcome, and our ability to run world class events time and time again. Explore the site to find out more about what we can do for you and what we have going on this season, or scroll down to find out more about our rich history and excellent facilities…

Sailing & Afloat

Clubhouse & Accommodation

Prince Philip Yacht Haven

Upcoming Events

J/70 class training, 23 march - 24 march, fitting out dinner, 23 march @ 18:00 - 23:30, malcolm turner – the story of uffa fox, 27 march @ 18:00 - 21:00.

We’re Hiring!

February 2nd, 2024 |

Sailing Programme 2024

November 3rd, 2023 |

Academy Sailing 2023-2024

October 17th, 2023 |

Royal Southern Yacht Club September Regatta

September 29th, 2023 |

Royal Southern Salcombe Gin July Regatta Overall

July 14th, 2023 |

Annual Berthing – Changes to Ballot Criteria

July 13th, 2023 |

OSTAR 2022 WINNER LIFGUN

Plymouth’s Premier Yacht Club

Ostar, Twostar and RB&I

Club Racing

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SIX NATIONS RUGBY

All games shown at the Club. With a pasty and pint for £5.00!

The 2024 Club Brochure

The RWYC 2024 Offshore/Oceanic Season is Launched

 2024 is another very busy year once again in the RWYC offshore/ oceanic calendar. Sunday 5th May 2024 sees the 17th edition of the famous OSTAR race along with the 7th edition of the TWOSTAR race. The making of legend’s, the pathway to professional sailing careers, or simply the challenge of a lifetime, the OSTAR has the history to support...

Plymouth Fastnet 500 – second edition

1200hrs, Sunday 13th August saw the start of the Plymouth Fastnet Race. A South- south westerly 14-16 knot wind greeted them as they made their way out of the western entrance of Plymouth Sound towards the Eddystone Lighthouse. The sea state and winds were to increase overnight as the fleet made their way to the west. Overnight there were a...

Round Iceland Challenge – Update (part 2)

PRESS RELEASE  – 18th June 2023 Day 35 of AJ Wanderlust’s Around Iceland Challenge Race. Wind shifts, rainbows and towering cumulous clouds dominated today. Thus far, AJ Wanderlust has sailed 3500 nautical miles in our Around Iceland Challenge. The rhumbline course (Plymouth start to Plymouth finish) would be 2753 nautical miles. Our diversion to the Faroe Islands due to storm...

Plymouth Fastnet 500 set to be a regular feature

The 2nd edition of the Plymouth Fastnet 500 takes place on Sunday 13th August. Starting on and finishing from Plymouth Sound, this is a great option to see the Fastnet rock in all its splendour without the logistical headaches before or after the race. Early entry discount is available right up to 1st July and for the first 20 boats...

RWYC NEW RC900 CLASS

13th and 14th of May saw the very first RC900 weekend which co-starred with the 2nd RC1000 weekend of the year. Conditions were challenging with the NW gradient being cancelled out by a steady south-westerly sea breeze on both days. Saturday’s racecourse saw the committee boat sit between New Grounds and Melampus for the first RC1000 race. The RC900 fleet...

Round Iceland Challenge – Update (part 1)

PRESS RELEASE  – 8th June 2023 As of 0530 this morning, Thursday 8th June; Charlene Howard and her co-skipper Bobby Drummond on board ‘AJ wanderlust’ are the first ever boat to have sailed in the Arctic circle during a Royal Western Yacht Club race or challenge. The Round Iceland Challenge was first introduced as an alternative to the OSTAR or...

1884 Series Starts 12th April

The 1884 Series runs throughout the summer on Wednesday evenings from April 12th until late August. Awards will be given class winners for the series. The evening series comprises of two races, one windward leeward followed by a longer round the cans race and is aimed at both racers & cruiser racers. All races are started from the committee boat...

Friday Night Suppers

Friday Night Suppers are back! Supper will be available on Friday evenings from 1900. Please call or email to book.  

PRESS RELEASE: OSTAR, TWOSTAR and RB&I update 

For release Friday 11th November 2022 OSTAR, TWOSTAR and RB&I update. Following the success of this year’s races, the Royal Western Yacht Club is very pleased to announce that the next editions for both courses will be in 2024. The MailASail OSTAR and TWOSTAR races finally got away in May this year. Initially the race saw in excess of 20...

OSTAR/TWOSTAR/RB&I PRIZEGIVING

We were delighted to be joined by sailors from as far away as Holland, Switzerland and the Isle of Wight at our combined OSTAR/TWOSTAR/RB&I Prizegiving on 22nd October. A good time was had by all by the competitors who enjoyed the opportunity to meet up to celebrate their achievements.                       ...

RWYC Race Report – AllSpars Final Fling Regatta

October 15th weekend saw the Royal Western Yacht Club host the annual event for the Allspars Final Fling Dinghy Regatta. The regatta, now in its fifth year saw dinghies congregate to Plymouth to enjoy and be challenged by the forever changing wind and tide that Plymouth Sound has to offer. With a drop in entries due to the weather forecast,...

OSTAR TWOSTAR race report – sponsored by MailAsail

Over one hundred and twenty spectators consisting of family, friends, Royal Western Yacht Club members and press were treated to a fantastic start to the OSTAR and TWOSTAR race, the 60th anniversary of the OSTAR that had been postponed for two years due to Covid. Six nationalities were represented, that being Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Belgium, France and the Netherlands....

MailASail OSTAR 2022 – Race Report

Over 120 spectators consisting of family, friends, Royal Western Yacht Club members and press were treated to a fantastic start to the OSTAR and TWOSTAR race, the 60th anniversary of the OSTAR that had been postponed for 2 years due to Covid. 6 nationalities were represented, that being Poland, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Belgium, France and the Netherlands. Early pace was...

New Oceanic Race Launch – The Round Iceland Race 2023

It is with great excitement that the Royal Western Yacht Club announce a new race to its 4-year cycle of oceanic events. The Round Iceland Yacht Race (RIR) – first edition – will start on Sunday 14th May 2023 from Plymouth Sound National Marine Park. The course, quite simply, is to leave the Eddystone Lighthouse to Starboard, Iceland to Starboard...

The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’ course and its colourful history

The Original Lonely Rock race was first sailed in 1925, since then the course has enjoyed a very colourful history with some real stand out moments. The first ever boat to win was called ‘Jolie Brise’, stamping her name on yachting history in the process. To this date, 5 boats have won the race outright 2 times but there is...

The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’ discounted entry fees available

We have pleasure in offering the RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’'(OLR2022) in association with the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, starting at 1400hrs on Sunday 17th July 2022. The OLR2022 course starts in the area of Ryde Bank, within the gaze of the Royal Victoria Yacht Club, the fleet then exits the Western Solent, on to the Fastnet Rock which they...

MailASail OSTAR, TWOSTAR and RB&I update

Round Britain & Ireland Race – now with a Fully Crewed class A FULLY CREWED CLASS is now open for entries and will run alongside the classic Double Handed RB&I. At approaching 30 entries, 8 of which are multihulls, this will be a great race for all those competing. With limited spaces of just 50 for the entire fleet, the...

MailASail OSTAR and Twostar The 60th Anniversary OSTAR race which is sponsored by MailASail is drawing ever closer. Firm entries totalling 13 have already been received from France, Bulgaria, Poland, GBR, Czech Republic and Italy. With at least the same number yet to commit it is perhaps a timely reminder that the early entry discount is coming to an end...

Commodore Meets Commodore!

The Commodore welcomes the University of Plymouth Yacht Club to the RWYC. Pictured here with their current Commodore, Dominique Garveigh, he said ‘we are delighted to continue our links with the UPYC and we are proud to share our facilities with them’.  

PR Systems and B&G Icicle Series at Royal Western Yacht Club, England – Day 1

On Sunday the 7th of November the PR Systems and B&G Icicle series got under way with fleet of twelve boats being greeted with sunshine and 2kts of variable wind which was surprising as a steady 13 kts was forecast.

RWYC Ambassador – Paddy Hutchings

We are very pleased to announce our next RWYC ambassador, Paddy Hutchings. Paddy is a Plymouth sailor currently developing a campaign for the Solitare Du Figaro 2022. This is one of the highest profile one-design race events in Europe. The Solitare Du Figaro has been going since 1970. In the past it has been a breeding ground and springboard for...

Autumn Social Programme

Friday 19th November 1900 – French Cheese & Wine Evening Tuesday 7th December 1030 – Christmas Coffee Morning Thursday 16th December 1230  – Christmas Lunch Friday 17th December 1800 – Flag Officer’s Christmas Party Saturday 18th December 1800 – Sailor’s Christmas Party Tuesday 21st December 1230 – Christmas Lunch & Draw Friday 24th December 1000 – Mulled Wine & Mince...

RWYC Announces ‘The Chestnut Appeal for men’s health’ As Charity For 2021/2022

It is with great pleasure that the Royal Western Yacht Club announces their chosen charity for 2021 & 2022 as ‘The Chestnut Appeal for men’s health’. Covering the Southwest of England, the Chestnut Appeal for men’s health raises funds to provide essential equipment for research and diagnosis, along with raising awareness for men’s cancer. Lesley-Ann Hopkins, Charity Director of ‘The...

The RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’ entry opens on Sunday 15th August 2021

With the Notice of Race being released on Wednesday 4th August, we have pleasure in announcing the second edition of the RWYC ‘Original Lonely Rock Race’ (OLR2022) in association with the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. The first start of the OLR2022 will be 1400hrs on Sunday 17th July. Following the original ‘Fastnet’ course which starts in the area of Ryde...

Race Name Change

The RWYC Lonely Rock Race is already synonymous with the 608 miles original Fastnet racecourse starting from Ryde and Finishing in Plymouth. In just 10 days a new race will start and finish in Plymouth. Previously known as the Plymouth Lonely Rock Race, this new race will round the Eddystone Lighthouse to Starboard and then round the Fastnet Rock Lighthouse...

The MailaSail OSTAR & TWOSTAR Race Entry Opens on Sunday 9th May 2021

Following an update on COVID-19 compliance and revised restrictions, the Royal Western Yacht Club postponed the MailaSail OSTAR & TWOSTAR race. The 60th Anniversary Race Entry List will officially re-open on May 9th. The date is particularly symbolic as it was going to be the start day for the race. The new start date is confirmed as Sunday 15th May...

RWYC Announce B&G as Technical Partners for 2021

The Royal Western Yacht Club is very pleased to announce B&G as its Technical partner for the key offshore races in 2021, namely the Plymouth Lonely Rock Race (PLR) and the Wolf Rock race. The RWYC’s Rear Commodore Oceanic, Adrian Gray said, “it is great to be able to announce our partnership with B&G for the second season running. We...

We Are Open!

We have re-opened! Our summer opening hours are:   Tuesday: Open from 0900 – 1700 Lunch from 1200 – 1400   Wednesday: Open from 0900 – 2200 Lunch from 1200 – 1400 1884 Yacht Racing Series Sailing Supper from 1900   Thursday: Open from 0900 – 2100 Lunch from 1200 – 1400   Friday: Open from 0900 – 2200 Supper...

The Commodore, Flag Officers, Directors and members of the Royal Western Yacht Club convey their deepest sympathy to Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family following the passing of His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh, patron of this Club since 1952.

Early Entry Extended for the Plymouth Lonely Rock Race (PLR2021)

Start Date: July 4th 2021 The Royal Western Yacht Club is happy to inform all that the early entry rate will continue up to June 1st for the Plymouth Lonely Rock Race 2021. Following numerous requests for this race to be formed, the PLR will start and finish in Plymouth, rounding the Fastnet Rock to port and leaving the Isles...

OSTAR & TWOSTAR 60th Anniversary Race Postponed to May 2022

Following an update on COVID-19 compliance and revised restrictions from the Newport Yacht Club, the Royal Western Yacht Club have made the very reluctant decision to postpone the OSTAR & TWOSTAR races once again. Rear Commodore Oceanic and Race Director, Adrian Gray, said, “CV-19 rules for entering both the UK and USA have led to a last-minute reduction of entries...

The Royal Western Yacht Club announces the ‘Round Iceland Race’ 2023

March/ April 2023 will see the start of a completely new, solo and two-handed challenge. The Round Iceland Race. Rear Commodore Oceanic, Adrian Gray said, “At 2750 Nautical Miles, the Round Iceland Race is set to challenge anyone who takes it on. In time we hope this race will become a true classic, just as the OSTAR is today. The...

RWYC partners with the Global Solo Challenge 2023

The Royal Western Yacht Club is also pleased to announce a partnership with Marco Naninni’s team at The Global Solo Challenge 2023 (GSC 2023). The Event website can be found globalsolochallenge.com Acting Rear Commodore Oceanic, Adrian Gray said “This is a great opportunity for both the RWYC and the GSC to work together in promoting the spirit of Corinthian, short-handed...

The Round Britain and Ireland race 2022 (RB&I 2022)

Virtual Q&A Session – 10th February

As part of our “Virtual Yacht Club’ initiative, The Royal Western Yacht Club invites all members and friends to our new weekly online Q&A, on the topic: ‘A DAY IN THE LIFE…’ For the first edition we are very excited to welcome Tom Cheney. Not only is Tom a senior software engineer for Ben Ainslie’s INEOS Team UK, but he is also navigator...

‘All Systems Go’ for the MailASail OSTAR & TWOSTAR Races

Start Date: May 9th 2021. The Royal Western Yacht Club of England is pleased to confirm that the 2021 edition of the OSTAR and TWOSTAR races are to go ahead as planned.  Following continual communication with the Newport Yacht Club, our Finishing hosts, we are confident that we can provide a COVID safe start and finish to the race.  Chris...

Club Closed Due To Covid Restrictions

It is with much regret, that under the new restrictions imposed by the government, the Club is currently closed. We will await further guidance and will let you know the situation regarding a date for opening up again as soon as we are able. Please direct any queries to the Club Secretary at [email protected]      

Racing Calendar 2021

Here at the RWYC we are looking forward to a busy sailing season, with something for everyone. Whilst our Saturday afternoon dinghy series is currently suspended due to Covid restrictions, look below at what is coming up this year: 1884 Series Yacht Racing: Wednesdays 14th April – 1st September Falmouth Fowey Triangle: 1st – 3rd May MailaSail Ostar/Twostar: 9th May...

The Plymouth Lonely Rock Race

July 4th 2021 will see the introduction of a brand new offshore race from the Royal Western Yacht Club which will run in opposite years to the Original Lonely Rock Race. The ‘Plymouth Lonely Rock Race’ will start in Plymouth Sound, exit via the Western Entrance of Plymouth Sound, round the Fastnet Rock to port, pass the Isles of Scilly...

The MailASail OSTAR & TWOSTAR Race

The Royal Western Yacht Club is pleased to announce the new start date of 9th May 2021 for the MailASail OSTAR and TWOSTAR race. The next edition is set to be the 16th OSTAR and 7th Edition of the TWOSTAR race. With 8 months to go, the Royal Western Yacht Club would like to formally invite all past competitors and...

Shortened course for the Club’s ‘Lonely Rock Race’.

Based on a strong weather pattern showing a cold front expected on Wednesday following the merging of two low systems Southwest of Ireland and a low pressure of 973mb by Thursday 1200UTC, with a potential average wind of 35-40 knots and 4-5m seas, the decision has been made to shorten the course. The turn will now be Wolf Rock, which...

Autumn Series

Our Autumn Series starts on Sunday 6th September, with classes for IRC, NHC and VPRS. Follow the link here for more information https://rwyc.org/autumn-series/

Opening Hours/Covid Precautions

We are delighted to inform members that our club has now re-opened. Initially the club will be open for the following times and we are hoping to extend our offering as the weeks progress and will publish details as this happens: Tuesday: 0900 – 1700 Wednesday: 0900 – 2200 Thursday: 0900 – 1700 Friday: 0900 – 2200 Saturday: 1200 –...

Celebrating 60 Years of OSTAR

Today (Thursday 11th June 2020) we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the start of the first OSTAR race from Plymouth in 1960. To learn more on the history of this historic Transatlantic Yacht race follow the links or watch the video below. History of the OSTAR race Relive the first OSTAR race

The Royal Western Lonely Rock Race – Update

Entry closing date extended to 24th July, qualifying by 7th August. The Royal Western Yacht Club is very pleased to announce the new closing date, now extended to Friday 24th July. We are also pleased to announce the extended qualification date of the 7th August. In light of continuing COVID 19 adaptions, The RWYC is still working to keep the...

RWYC Policy On Reintroducing Racing After Covid 19

General RWYC is aware of the responsibilities imposed on it by the current pandemic and will not act in any way to promote or encourage anyone to take part in activities that break Government instructions or advice. The club will also follow the guidance issued by the RYA, which covers the many issues with returning to boating in general. The...

Spectra Watermakers partnering with the RWYC Lonely Rock Race

The RWYC Lonely Rock Race is pleased to announce Spectra Watermakers as our new partner for the Royal Western Yacht Club Lonely Rock Race.   Chris Arscott – Commodore of the Royal Western Yacht Club said: “again, we are very pleased to see a pioneering manufacturer supporting the Lonely Rock Race. We are highly aware of the damage that single...

TWOSTAR 21 Entrants Confirmation – Charlene Howard & Asia Pajkowska

Welcome Charlene Howard who is our first skipper to re-confirm her entry for the TWOSTAR 21. Charlene entered on Sunday 10th May which was also American Mothers Day. Charlene’s mom sadly passed away recently and this race will be in memory of her mom who was a keen sailor accompanying Charlene on many trips. Charlene’s co skipper will be Asia...

The Royal Western Lonely Rock Race Update

The RWYC Lonely Rock Race is scheduled to start on Sunday August 16th. Despite the current restrictions, work is continuing on all organisational aspects of the race, and the race team remain committed to running the event if at all possible. Chris Arscott – Commodore of the Royal Western Yacht Club said: “We are fully aware of the current situation...

MailASail 2021 OSTAR TWOSTAR

The Royal Western Yacht Club of England announce the rescheduling of their MailASail OSTAR TWOSTAR that was postponed in 2020 due to the Covid 19 virus, to a new date of May 9th 2021. We are extremely grateful to our title sponsor MailASail who will continue to support us for this rescheduled event. The 2021 race will continue to run...

B&G Announced as LRR Race Partners

It is with great pleasure that the Royal Western Yacht Club is able to announce ‘B&G’ as our Race Partners for the Lonely Rock Race. “We are delighted to be partnering with this event, B&G has been helping sailors race from Cowes around the Lonely Rock and back to Plymouth since 1955, it has been a big part of our...

Club Closes Temporarily

Due to the current Government Guidelines on dealing with COVID-19, the Club’s Transition Group has decided today to close the Club to members and guests until further notice. The AGM which had been set for 24th April is postponed until the autumn, subject to review in the interim. The Club Secretary will attend on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays during normal working...

MailaSail 2020 OSTAR/TWOSTAR Postponed

Today the RWYC have taken the decision to postpone the MailASail OSTAR TWOSTAR 2020 until next year. The Coronavirus difficulties in each country have made the race impossible to continue with safely. The race will be run instead in 2021. Since this will require compliance to the latest edition of Word Sailing OSRs for Cat 1 yachts, there will be...

Lonely Rock Race – Entry Fee Update

Since November 2019 the RWYC have been working tirelessly to pull the ‘Lonely Rock Race’ together. Thanks to all those volunteers involved, we have come a long way in a very short space of time. It is with great excitement that we can now share some news. We have managed to secure a number of backers, partners and sponsors for...

Sailing Programme 2020 -click to enlarge

Here is our Sailing Calendar for this year, packed with something for everyone. Whether you like racing around the Cans or fancy a bigger challenge like our new Lonely Rock Race, there’s something here for you!

RWYC Lonely Rock Race 2020 – Entries Now Open!

The Royal Western Yacht Club of England in Plymouth is excited to announce the RWYC ‘Lonely Rock Race’ 2020. In association with The Royal Victoria Yacht Club, this biennial Race will start from the vicinity of Ryde in the Eastern Solent. The course will leave the Isles of Scilly to Port, round the Fastnet Rock to Port, pass the Isles...

Captions please..

We think this is a brilliant photo of Club members Robert Fletcher and Roger Irvine manning our safety boat for a recent event, and we would like a fitting caption to accompany it. Suggestions please (clean ones only) to [email protected]  There will be a prize for the best one.

OSTAR entrant pops in!

OSTAR 2020 competitor Tom Amory visited the club last week, seen here at the bar with (l to r) Neil Dunkley, Tom, Committee member Iain Smith, Commodore & Race Director, Chris Arscott. Tom has just completed a transatlantic trip to deliver his boat to Queen Anne’s Battery in advance of next year’s OSTAR. We were delighted to welcome him to...

The British Keelboat League Results – 20/21 July

We were delighted to have hosted the British Keelboat League last weekend (20/21st July).  11 boats made up a  very competitive fleet, who were treated to champagne sailing conditions and top quality race management. RESULTS: PLEASE NOTE:  RTYC were 2nd and SSC were 3rd overall on count back. Established in 2016, the BKL was introduced with the aim of increasing...

OSTAR entrants visit Club

Last week we had a visit from some of the sailors that have just finished the AZAB and are now preparing for the OSTAR TWOSTAR 2020. From left to right – Rupert Holmes, Neil Dunkley (RD OSTAR TWOSTAR), Kass Schmitt, Jesse, Ertan Beskärdes and Susie Goodall.

Conrad Humphreys regrets the TRANSAT move to France

In an interview published in Tip and Shaft, Conrad Humphreys expressed his disappointment at the move of the Transat start to France.  The Transat was part of Plymouth’s 400th anniversary celebration of the sailing of the Mayflower. It was to link Plymouth to Charleston which in turn is due to celebrate its 350th anniversary and its links to England. Some...

OSTAR and TWOSTAR remain in Plymouth

The Royal Western Yacht Club of England, the organizing authority of the OSTAR and TWOSTAR confirms that it will again run its transatlantic races in 2020 as it has done every four years since the first race in 1960.  These Races from Plymouth to Newport Rhode Island will continue to be sailed as originally envisaged by Cockleshell hero Blondie Hasler,...

PRESS RELEASE – 01/05/19

Worldwide Entries and Interest for the OSTAR and TWOSTAR 2020   It is now only a year until The Royal Western Yacht Club of England celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first OSTAR (The Original Single Handed Transatlantic Race), this being the first organised singlehanded transoceanic race.   2020 is 16th edition of the OSTAR and the 7th edition of the...

OSTAR competitor pops in!

OSTAR competitor Ertan Beskardes visited the club today ahead of the race next May. He’s currently in Plymouth preparing for the AZAB race which starts on 1st June this year. Ertan (the tall one) is seen here with Neil Dunkley, Race Director, Iain Smith, Assistant Race Director and Vianney Searle, PR & Marketing Executive.

Crewing Opportunity

For those wishing to take part in the Triangle Race there is an opportunity to crew onboard yacht Gem, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 40.3! The Triangle Race is a 3 day race, sailing from Plymouth to Falmouth, Falmouth to Fowey and then Fowey to Plymouth.   For more information please contact [email protected].

Plymouth Race Week

Due to the various clashes with other events, out of the area, we have decided that this year’s PRW will concentrate on the MOCRA Nationals only. We will therefore not be running any racing for other yachts over that period. With the 2020 celebrations next year, we will have an opportunity to run something along the same lines as had...

First entry for Mocra Nationals

We’ve have received our first entry to the MOCRA Nationals being held in May. Hissy Fit ( GBR 788M) a Dazcat 1495 is the first to enter!    

Cruising Dinner

The Cruising Dinner was a great success! With a very interesting talk about Isobel and Bob’s Joce’s cruising in Greece as they came close to a ‘real life’ humanitarian experience! It was a really enjoyable evening, Great talk,  Photo Quiz  and delicious food (and drink) too! This year the prestigious Drake Trophy was awarded to Mo Joce, this trophy is...

Club Member wins UPYC Open Match Racing Event

Six teams competed at the weekend for the University Yacht Club Open Match racing event. Strong winds on Saturday meant the first day was cancelled but Sunday saw a fabulous day of sailing with a real mixture of weather conditions! The event was won by club member Ben Dodwell and his team. Well done Ben! Results: 1st: Dan Ellis &...

VPRS to replace Port Handicap

Get your local rating – quickly! Following feedback from the Sailors’ Forum, RWYC has decided to adopt VPRS as a replacement for the Port Handicap. This will take effect from the 1884 series and will be used for the Triangle race. Those boats sailing under IRC ratings are not affected, but are encouraged to also seek a VPRS rating enabling...

OSTAR – First lady entry for 2020!

We are delighted to be able to announce that we have today received our first lady OSTAR entry! To coincide with International Women’s Day, OSTAR veteran Kass Schmitt has entered with her Humphreys designed yacht, ZEST. This is the 8th entry for this iconic race which starts on Sunday May 10th 2020.

Burns Night

80 people attended our Burns Night celebrations on Friday 25th January.   We were treated to a three course feast to include cock-a-leekie soup, haggis and traditional Scottish dessert, cranachan. The haggis was piped in by our piper, Keith Lacey-Nichols and we were entertained by Master of Cermonies, Paul Foran who gave the Ode to the Haggis. Our Vice Commodore,...

7th OSTAR entry received!

We have today received our seventh entry for OSTAR 2020! Markus Moser from Switzerland has entered with his Luffe Yacht 45 – LIFGUN. Entrants so far: Peter Bourke – RUBICON – Outbound 44 Mervyn Wheatley – ARETHUSA of YEALM – Bowman 40 Richard Lett – VELOCITY GIRL – Koopmans 32 Krystain Szypka – HALLELUJAH – Delphia 46DS Ertan Beskardes –...

Royal Western Members Walk

Today was the Second club Thursday walk,-  14 people and 3 well behaved dogs attended.  The weather was good, although cold it was sunny and dry,  and the views glorious, we walked approx 4 miles past Vixen Tor, Pew Tor and made our way back to the car park at the top of Peak Hill. We then drove to the...

Mervyn Wheatley enters 2020 OSTAR

Mervyn Wheatley has confirmed his entry for the 60th anniversary edition of the Original Singlehanded Transatlantic Race (OSTAR) departing Plymouth for Newport, Rhode Island, on the 10th May, 2020. This race celebrates the anniversary of the first OSTAR sailed in 1960, a race conceived by Cockleshell hero Blondie Hasler and run by the Royal Western Yacht Club of England (RWYC),...

Royal Western Members Winning Streak

It’s been a brilliant summer with great racing results for some Royal Western members. The RWYC triumphed at the Trebeurden Race. Club member Dan Flanagan with his Mumm 36 Sunburst, and member Adam Littlejohn with his Jeanneau 36.2 Flying Colours, came top in the IRC and PHN classes. Member Andrew Sinclair won the RORC Commodore’s Cup as part of the...

OSTAR & TWOSTAR 2020

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Classic boats leave Plymouth in a blaze of sunshine!

Over 30 classic boats set sail for La Rochelle at the start of their race on Saturday morning. The committee boat manned by RWYC volunteers started their race in light conditions and glorious sunshine. 

La Rochelle Classics

  Every 2 years, this great race revived by Yacht Club Classique, brings together an exceptional fleet of classic yachts to race across the Channel and along the Atlantic coast of France. The first race in 2012 was a great success with 18 boats entered, and that success has continued with the 2014 and 2016 editions with 45 boats entered...

Cariberia wins

Cariberia (Stephen and Peter Card/Max Pachot) crossed the finish line at the RWYC Clubhouse just after three this afternoon to take line honours and win the 2018 Round Britain and Ireland Race. They had spent the last two days battling with Hissy Fit (Simon and Matt Baker) in very light winds, with the lead changing hands as they went along. Finally Cariberia caught the wind and finished three quarters of an hour ahead of Hissy Fit. Cariberia’s win is especially significant because they are the only boat to sail the complete RB&I course. The remaining boats decided while in Castlebay that, having suffered slow speeds on the first two legs and faced with further weather enforces delays, they would continue on a shorter course omitting St Kilda and Muckle Flugga.

Start of the Round Britain and Ireland Race

The Competitors had perfect weather for the start of the 14th Round Britain and Ireland Race. Father Sam Philpott fired the starting gun at 1200 and the Competitors followed by many spectator yachts made their way to the Plymouth Breakwater and on to Kinsale, a moderate north easterly wind sped them on their way. The EDGE arrived in Kinsale this...

Round Britain & Ireland Race

Update from Lerwick: The Class 40, CARIBERIA, survived sailing around Muckle Flugga whilst storm Hector howled around them, later describing the journey as ‘awful’. They arrived in Lerwick on Friday evening looking surprisingly well rested. Unfortunately for the Lerwick Race Port Officer and Race Director neither CARIBERIA’s Tracker nor AIS was working. After rounding Muckle Flugga they attempted to shelter...

Yacht Club Porto Rotondo

Club members Mr & Mrs Evans have recently visited the Yacht Club Porto Rotondo in Italy, they were delighted to exchange burgees with the clubs president Roberto Azzi. We are pleased to say we now have reciprocal club arrangements with the Yacht Club Porto Rotondo!

South West Commodores Challenge Cup

Royal Western Yacht Club defends title against teams from across the South West The South West Commodores Challenge Cup was launched 2 years ago by the Royal Dart Yacht Club, a friendly competition between Yacht Clubs, racing under IRC with teams of 3 boats. Racing in Start Bay it was the Royal Western team who took first place to take...

Motor Boat Trips

On Thursday, 10th May, the first RWYC Monthly Motorboat outing of the year took place.  Artemis took a crew of 7 on a round trip from QAB in mainly sunny weather. Once out of the sound and despite a little breeze, the sea was surprisingly choppy with 1.5 metre waves. Calm up the Yealm, we passed David Southwood’s Summerbird showing...

Drake Trophy 2018

The Drake Trophy was presented to club member David Southwood at the club’s AGM on Friday 28th April. This presentation was made in recognition of his outstanding cruising achievement during his transatlantic attempt and subsequent detour to the Azores and back to Plymouth. Well done David – seen here with the Commodore and the outgoing Vice Commodore!

On 25th May this year the Data Protection law in the UK will undergo some significant changes with the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulations (commonly referred to as the GDPR).  In response to this change the Club has published an updated data policy, please click here to view.

Conrad Humphreys joins the OSTAR 2020 as Race Ambassador

Plymouth yachtsman Conrad Humphreys has joined the OSTAR 2020 team as ‘race ambassador’. Conrad competed in the TRANSAT in 2004 onboard the Open 60 Hellomoto before going on to finish 7th in the Vendee Globe race. He recently completed a remarkable feat of navigation as he piloted a 23ft open boat 3600 miles through the Pacific over 60 grueling days...

Cruising Workshop

The Cruising Workshop went well with 30-35 sailors, planning ‘to boldly go’!  A real pleasure to meet the visiting yachtsmen too! A huge thanks must go to Mo Joce and Sue Saunders and their team for organising a very informative (and reassuring) event.. including a delicious buffet! Lots of useful advice and info gained and most importantly… the best restaurants, auberges and...

Safety Harnesses

Members will want to be aware of a safety advisory notice issued by MAIB following a fatal incident in the Clipper Race in which a crew member was lost overboard in spite of being clipped on. The notice can be found at Safety warning on the use of safety harness tethers on sailing yachts – GOV.UK

Prestigious Award For Club Member

RWYC member David Southwood has been awarded the ICC Decanter by the Royal Cruising Club for his own personal challenge in the OSTAR 2017 and his subsequent fight for survival. The decanter was originally presented to the RCC by the Irish Cruising Club in 1989 to be awarded for “a cruise of exceptional merit” and will be presented at the...

Round Britain & Ireland Race 2018

The Royal Western Yacht Club is pleased to announce that the Round Britain and Ireland, two handed race, will start from Plymouth on Sunday 3 June 2018. This will be the 14th running of the legendary four yearly yacht race which was established in 1966 by the Cockershell hero Major Blondie Hasler. The race comprises five legs totalling approximately 2000...

UPYC/UPSPC Christmas Dinner

Over 100 guests attended the University of Plymouth Yacht Club & Sailing Club Christmas Dinner on Friday 1st December. There was plenty on Christmas spirit all around and a good time was had by all, guests included Commodore Charlie Thomson & his wife Babs!

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A very warm welcome to The Royal Western Yacht Club of England which is internationally known as one of the worlds premier yacht clubs and for its major contribution to the development of short handed ocean racing.

The Plymouth based Club is also recognised as one of the finest yacht clubs in the South of England providing the best possible facilities, overlooking Plymouth Sound, for all generations to enjoy both afloat and ashore.

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RWYC is aware of the responsibilities imposed on it by the current pandemic and will not act in any way to promote or encourage anyone to take part in activities that break Government instructions or advice. The club will also follow the guidance issued by the RYA, which covers the many issues with returning to boating in general.

Royal Southampton Yacht Club

A warm welcome awaits you at Royal Southampton Yacht Club, the friendliest yacht club on the Solent.

Located on the Beaulieu River in Hampshire in an area of outstanding beauty, the RSYC’s Clubhouse at Gins has easy access to The Solent and boasts a unique riverside clubhouse with outstanding views and excellent facilities.

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We are accepting new members and joining couldn’t be simpler!

If you already know some members of the RSYC, they can be named as your proposer and seconder on your application form.  Once processed and approved you will become a Full Member straight away.

If you are new to the Club without a proposer or seconder, simply complete the form without this information and you will become a Provisional Member. At the next scheduled House Committee your membership will be put forward for election to Full Membership.

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• 23 Mar Open Day
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• 26 Mar Pilates Class
• 27 Mar Ladies Lunch – Coco Chanel
• 28 Mar Pilates Class
• 29 Mar Easter Rally
• 2 Apr Pilates Class
• 4 Apr Pilates Class
• 6 Apr Royal Southern Yacht Club J/70 Grand Slam 1
• 9 Apr Pilates Class
• 11 Apr Pilates Class

The RSYC is renowned for its year-round racing in Southampton Water, The Solent and beyond, offering opportunities for both Fully Crewed and Double Handed series. Members also benefit from organised rallies, cruising with friends, free use of dinghies and paddle boards from the Clubhouse, and a free year round water taxi service to and from the walk-ashore pontoon.

Meet. Eat. Drink. Relax.

RSYC, one of the oldest yacht clubs in the UK, and is renowned for its friendly and welcoming ambience. Visiting yachtsmen and motorboating guests can enjoy the peace and tranquillity of our pontoon or a mooring overlooking areas of wetlands with an abundance of wildlife, and views out to the Solent. If you are lucky you may see the sea eagles, kites or marsh harriers, or our resident seals. We have all the facilities for visitors and a welcoming bar and restaurant area to relax and dine. Our bosun offers an all-year-round water taxi service.

The origins of the Royal Southampton Yacht Club go back to the  West Quay Amateur Regatta Club  in  1858 , and which was renamed the  Southampton Amateur Regatta Club  in  1862 . Frequent races were held in the waters opposite the old West Quay, before the extensive development of the Southampton waterfront.

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About the Royal Mersey Yacht Club

The Royal Mersey Yacht Club was founded in 1844 in the reign of Queen Victoria, its first patron, making it one of the longest established Royal Yacht Clubs in the UK. For over 170 years the Club has promoted yacht racing on the River Mersey and adjoining waters.

The Club focuses on one-design keelboat racing, serving 3 distinct fleets, and enjoys what is virtually the only stretch of sheltered deep water on the west coast of England – the combination offering a unique sailing environment. There is an intensive programme of racing from April to October offering both weekday evening races and events at weekends. The Club also hosts handicap racing for cruisers and organises or participates in regattas and other events, including the Menai Straits fortnight .

The Club House is located at Rock Ferry on the Wirral, and is a few yards from the jetty that is used by the Club for access to the River. A short distance from the Mersey Tunnel and with fast links to the M56 and M53 motorways, the Club is within easy access to members in Lancashire, Cheshire, Greater Manchester and beyond, as well as to local members on Merseyside.

There is a very active social programme centred in the Club House. From the regular suppers that are served after racing to the more formal dinners and the occasional ball, the Club offers members ample opportunity for post-race relaxation and many occasions for inviting guests to social events. The Club House is also available for private functions.

Deep water moorings are organised by the club for class boats. A fleet of safety boats operates a boarding service from the jetty on all race days. Winter storage is available for members’ boats in the Club boat-yard.

Experienced yachtsmen and interested novices are particularly welcome at The Royal Mersey, and we run a series of taster & training events to establish and develop new members within the club. Visitors normally sail with a member for a few occasions before being invited to apply for membership .

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April 6th: Members’ Evening – Introducing some of our new wines

April 12th: Fish & Chip Friday

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The aim of the RDYC is to provide a warm and welcoming environment for sailors, their families and friends. We cherish a high reputation for quality, Locally sourced food available in a casual bar and terrace environment as well as in a more formal lunch and dining tradition. We believe we are a favourite destination for sailors visiting the South West, racers and cruisers alike. We offer a comprehensive training programme for sail and motor, open to members and non-members. We offer the region’s premier junior sailing programme and are proud of our close association with the Royal Dart Youth Sailing Trust which provides access to sailing for local young people. The RDYC is an active supporter of the local environment and has an ambition to safeguard and protect the marine environment.

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Not far from the M3 and M27, the Club is conveniently situated in Hamble village in its own extensive riverside setting. Being centrally located in the Solent, the River Hamble provides an ideal location for sailing inshore to the Isle of Wight, along the south coast or offshore to The Channel Islands, France and beyond.

We aim to have as much fun off the water as on. We pride ourselves in offering a relaxed, yet professional environment to support our members’ boating needs.

We offer our Members walk-ashore and mid-stream moorings, courtesy launches, active sailing and social programmes, dinghy and outboard storage, maintenance berths, laundry, showers, parking, full bar and catering. Through our affliation with Hamble River Sailing Club, our members are able to use the RYA Training offered by that club at member rates, see HRSC Training

Anyone is welcome to book our Clubhouse accommodation and enjoy our event facilities in our waterside grounds. Please browse our web pages, contact the office to arrange a visit to the club or watch this short video….

At the inaugural meeting, Calshot Station Commander, Group Captain H R Nicholl CBE, was elected the first Commodore and the annual subscription was set at £1. A room in Calshot Castle was used as the headquarters. Subsequently, two wooden huts on the foreshore were acquired. The Club and members’ yachts were moored in the creek, and dinghies were ‘parked’ on a flying boat slipway. Members enjoyed many happy sailing adventures until the onset of WW2, when the club was, out of necessity, disbanded.

In 1947 at the Royal Air Force Club in Piccadilly, the few original surviving members met, and Air Marshal Sir Arthur Conningham was elected Commodore. The Air Ministry presented him with the contents of the ‘Wings Club”, which had been established for wartime airmen visiting London. The furniture was moved to the two huts on the foreshore at Calshot, reclaimed by the Club Secretary, now Group Captain AM Carey.

The Club was in business once again, and one of the first tasks was to bring back the Windfall yachts from Germany; these prizes of war, had been built, for use by the members of the Luftwaffe. The whole fleet was sailed back to the UK by the three services, with the RAFYC having responsibility for the RAF allocation to Calshot.

During the next few years, little thought was given to development of the Club, and membership was static until Group Captain E F Haylock (Retd), the editor of Yachting World, became Commodore in 1951. He persuaded the Committee that the Club would always struggle to develop at Calshot, and would need to move to a more accessible location to succeed. Many schemes were mooted but, by chance, he heard that Riverside House had been purchased by Port Hamble to enable it to increase its foreshore holdings.

Further persuasion convinced Air Marshal Sir Leslie Hollingworth that the Royal Air Force should have a clubhouse and facilities to rival other Service Yacht Clubs. The Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Sir John Slessor, agreed and authorised a long-term loan. Extra expenses and legal fees of £1000 arose; however, a generous RAFYC member, H S Whiteside, (who owned ‘Skaggerack’, a 100 ton yacht built for Goering) settled these bills.

On 10th of May 1952, Sir John Slessor opened Riverside House. It proved to be popular! Membership increased, and RAF Calshot donated one of the original huts to assist with providing much needed extra space. In later years Riverside House itself has been extended.

From these early days, the club now warmly welcomes non-service members who continue to support the Club’s development, most recently in 2015, with the development of walk-ashore moorings within the Prince Philip Yacht Haven. An early club handbook can be viewed  here.

The club actively seeks records and pictures to help capture and build on the history of the Club. Please contact the  office(I am sure you can figure out what goes here)rafyc.co.uk  if you have items or information of interest to share.

Images above courtesy of  Hampshire Airfields .

Club Constitution & Protocols

We would like all members to feel comfortable knowing what they can expect. So, to help you, here you will find more detail about the Club’s Articles, Rules and Bylaws, etiquette and protocols observed by members of the Royal Air Force Yacht Club.

• Memorandum and Articles – updated December 2022
• Rules & Bylaws – updated December 2022
• RAFYC Code of Conduct – updated 2019

Royal Warrant, Club Burgee and Battle Flags

Abridged from the Club’s Byelaws: As a privileged yacht club, the RAFYC has been authorised to fly a defaced Blue Ensign from its own premises and for those members who comply with the terms of our Royal Warrant. Those terms require that permits under the warrant may only be issued to full members who are boat owners and that boat is not operated commercially. The defaced ensign should be raised and lowered at the times specified by the warrant and may only be flown with the permit holder aboard.

A Club Burgee can be flown by full and temporary members. Club burgees must be flown when the Ensign is flown and are normally flown from the starboard cross tree or the highest part of the mast that is reasonable. Some Club Officer positions attract a unique burgee to signify their role.

A Battle Flag may be flown by members on rallies.

Other Protocols

Dress code in the Club is normally clean, tidy, shore-going wear with tailored shorts being allowed 1st May to 30th September and in the winter during the day only before 1900 hrs. The rules also state no bare feet or oilskins, coats or sea boots in the bar, dining area or lounge. (these items can be secured in the locking racks outside the changing rooms).

For organised events, the dress code is normally signified by (C) Casual, (J&T) Jacket and Tie for gentlemen, (F) Formal wear.

Guests are welcome in the club and grounds, in your company and you must first sign them in the guest book.

We do ask that your consideration is given to the proper use of the car park as outlined in Bylaw 1.8 (updated in 2021). Only members’ cars issued with the current permit may use the facility. Should you be absent for a long period, you may wish to leave your keys securely with the office in the event that your vehicle needs to be moved. Improper use of our car can cause a significant detriment to fellow members.

Guests aren’t entitled to use the parking facilities unless prior permission was granted. Please contact the office in advance for any such request to be considered.

From time to time, non-members for example, people who have booked our events facilities, may be granted use of a specific number of spaces, at times that the club is generally not busy.

Prince Philip Yacht Haven

To ensure the mutual convenience and enjoyment of our newly opened, walk-ashore facilities in the Price Philip Yacht Haven, access to and use of are subject to a set of rules, which can be found below.

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Club objectives.

The Club has some long–standing and constant objectives, which are reviewed and discussed from time to time. The most recent full review yielded the below content. We review our activities and make our decisions in context of our objectives and we share that with members in forums such as the AGM and in the Half-Year review which generally takes place in April or May.

Charities & Trusts

List of RAFYC supported or recognised charities and trusts.

Trust Created by RAFYC Members - administered by HRSC

• Frontline Children

The RAFYC members provide charitable support for the Hamble Lifeboat over many years.

The RAF Association.

Reciprocal Clubs

The RAFYC has a number of clubs with which we reciprocate, this means that as a member of this Club you will be made welcome there. In most cases you should call ahead to confirm availability.

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Welcome to RDYC

The Royal Dee Yacht Club was founded in 1815 as the Dee Yacht Club and is the second oldest yacht club in the UK. On November 1st 1847 the Club was accorded Royal Patronage to become The Royal Dee YC.

The Royal Dee has been involved with the organisation of many sailing events in the Irish Sea, often in collaboration with such organisations as ISORA and RORC.

2015 saw the 200th anniversary celebrations spread across the year and included a formal dinner at Eaton Park, Cheshire and a more casual cocktail party at Cadnant Gardens on Anglesey during the Menai Strait Regattas.

We also support the Volvo Dun Laoghaire regattas, the Menai Strait regattas and the Welsh IRC championship. More recently we have launched our Sailing trust that is supporting young sailors in the North West of England, North Wales and Ireland. Click the Sailing Trust link above for more information.

The latest beneficiary of the Royal Dee Sailing trust, receiving help and support, is Laura Hampton (pictured left). Within the Clubs aim to get young people into Offshore sailing, we are helping her in her quest to race around the Globe aboard "UNICEF", one of the entrants in the Clipper Round the World Race.

Laura will be periodically sending us snippets from her adventure as her journey around the globe continues.

Follow the links above to more information about the trust and to read more about Lauras' adventure.

Laura Hampton and skipper Dan Body aboard the Clipper Round the World race yacht 'UNICEF' deploying one of the eight drifter buoys during Race 5.

These buoys are designed to provide data such as ocean temperature, currents and air pressure to aid forecasting and other research.

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The windy Russian autumn weather might be a little bit tricky for sailing, but it doesn’t stop brave yachtsmen from all over the world from flocking to Russian capital in the beginning of September when the Moscow Yacht Show commences. The main Russian Yacht exhibition gathers professional and amateur yacht lovers together under the wing of The Royal Yacht Club.

This year it took place for a fourth time already. The exhibition is considered the principal event on the sporting and social calendar. The Moscow Yacht Show 2010 united in one area three of the largest Russian yachts distributors: Ultramarine, Nordmarine and Premium Yachts.

A wide range of yachts were on display for a week. An exhibition showcased yachts both from Russian manufacturers and world famous brands: Azimut, Princess, Ferretti, Pershing, Riviera, Doral, Linssen, etc.

It was a real feast for seafarers as visitors of the show had a unique chance not only to take a look at the newest superyachts before they hit the market, but also to evaluate their driving advantages during the test drive. The show provided an excellent opportunity for yacht enthusiasts to choose and buy a new boat for the next season.

The event started with the grandiose gala evening. It included grand dinner, the concert and professional awards ceremony for achievements in Russian yachting industry. The guests also enjoyed the annual regatta.

Special guest Paolo Vitelli, Azimut Benetti Group president, opened the evening.

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Sunrise Yachts, a luxury yacht building company which is based in Turkey, has been made a main sponsor of next year’s 2011 Moscow International Boat Show (MIBS). The four-day Russian yacht show event is currently scheduled to run from April 14-17 at the Moscow’s Crocus exhibition centre.

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MIBS is organised by the ITE Group and it is one of Russia’s leading boat shows and is an internationally recognised superyacht event. The show covering everything from small parts and accessories to large superyacht with over 9,000 people and 178 exhibitors attended the last year show.

The Paolo Scanu-designed Sunrise 45 yacht is an ocean-going cruising yacht that was released in 2009 to much acclaim at this was the group’s first-ever model.

Sunrise Yachts was founded in 2007 by the German entrepreneur Herbert P Baum along with the French-British yacht builder Guillaume Roché. The luxury yacht group is based in Antalya, Turkey and utilises a 10,000sq m shipyard facility. Sunrise has two sheds measuring 100m (328ft) x 16m (53ft), as well as a 70m (230ft) x 16m (53ft) fully acclimatized paint shed that can accommodate new-build and refit projects up to 65m (213ft) in length and 1,200 tonnes displacement.

The sunrise 45m superyacht by Sunrise Yachts

Along each side of the yacht-building facility, space is available for long-term sub-contractors with the latest equipment and logistics capabilities, along with air-conditioned storage, ventilation and extraction plants. The shipyard is organized as an “assembler,” based loosely on the car industry’s model, with a small, yet powerful project management team charged with running all the in-house long-term sub-contractors.

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