Weekly News - 18/08/26
Published 13:39 on 19 Aug 2026
Drought and Fire Risk
Following the Government's message last night asking us all to reduce the risk of fire, the decision has been taken today to ban BBQs and smoking within the grounds of Spinnaker Sailing Club until further notice with immediate effect. This is to reduce the risk of fire during the current hot and dry weather.
This policy will be reviewed as the weather changes and the fire risk reduces.
Upcoming Club Events
Commodore's Cup and Alice Lisle Tankard Races:
Our final Wednesday evening with two races is 26th August! Join us for two great one-off races (with prizes on the night), followed by fish & chips! Look out for an email on Monday with all the details and the important link for ordering your food!
Blashford Barrel:
If you enjoyed our Club Regatta a few weeks ago then don't forget we have the Blashford Barrel on Sunday 30th August, another day of fun activities and water challenges!
Spinnaker Youth Training Block 3
As we approach the start of the autumn term the final block of Spinnaker Youth Training (SYT) is almost with us. SYT is a fantastic way for any young person who sails to take part in regular coaching sessions with sailors of a similar ability on a Sunday morning.
SYT starts back on 6th September, see all the details and book on here,
Last Chance to Book - RYA Course Vacancies
We have a few spots left on RYA courses in the next few weeks, all of which are open to adults!
- RYA Start Racing Thursday 20th &Friday 21st August
- RYA Start Windsurfing Thursday 27th & Friday 28th
- RYA Level 1 & 2 Dinghy Sailing Monday 31st August to Friday 4th August
Club Duties
As highlighted in last week's newsletter as a member's club we are reliant on our member's supporting the club with their time whether this is through racing duties, time on committees and supporting the maintenance of the club grounds as the three main ways of providing support.
For those who race there is a requirement to do 3 race duties per year (Byelaw 32). Other members are encouraged to volunteer to support our race programme (it's a great way to meet other members and learn more about racing if you want to give it a go). Otherwise member's who do not race are asked to spend some time each year supporting the club in other ways.
For more information about duties please either speak to our Rear Commodore Sailing Robert - rcs@spinnakerclub.co.uk or Operations Manager James - training@spinnakerclub.co.uk.
How to Stay In Touch
Don't forget a really good way to stay in touch with other members is our Whatsapp Community, there are different groups within the community for each of our main classes, as well as the SYT Parents Group and a Kayaking/Paddleboarding Group.
Last updated 13:39 on 19 August 2026
