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President's Cup Race - Report and Results
The results of the President's Cup Race on Saturday 12th September are now on the website. In close racing in tricky conditions the race was won by Richard Martin in Dolma. For the full race report and winners' photographs see President's Cup Race Results : Stour Sailing Club
Published 16:54 on 14 Sep 2026
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Moorings Adjustments ahead of Lift Out
Mooring Adjustments Before Lift-Out? The club is planning to have a number of moorings repositioned before lift-out to improve access to the pontoon. As part of this work, a local mooring contractor will be on site and there may be an opportunity for members to have their own moorings inspected, adjusted, relocated or serviced at the same time. Depending on numbers, a group booking may help reduce costs for everyone involved.
Published 18:48 on 9 Sep 2026
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HYGA Winter Series Round 1 - 27th September
In three weeks time, on Sunday 27th September the Club will once again be hosting the first event in the Harkers Yard Gig Association winter race series. We had to cancel last years event at the last minute for the first time ever due to the weather, so we are hoping that the winds are kinder to us this year The Club Gigs William Rose and Hunter will be taking part with around 20
Published 14:05 on 4 Sep 2026
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September racing update 21 Mile Race and Presidents Cup
It might feel like the summer is drawing to a close, but we have a couple of key club racing events schedules for September. The 21 Mile race will take place on Sunday 6 September, starting at 9:30am and heading down with the tide either around Dovercourt Bay or to Pin Mill (depending on the conditions), before heading back to Wrabness to finish. Details can be found here: If you are looking to
Published 16:02 on 2 Sep 2026
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Compound Conundrums
We have a full compound with a waiting list of members waiting for a space to become free so that they can bring their boats down and sail. At the same time there are boats that have arrived in the compound that are not marked and may not have booked and paid for a space, including some that have passed their sell by date and have not touched the water for far too long,
Published 14:33 on 12 Jul 2026
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Marine Police Visit
It was great to have a visit from the Essex Police Marine Unit on the tide yesterday. It was a busy day with young people from Lawford School on a taster session sailing and Kayaking, and lots of other activity on the water. The Team, who are based at Burnham on Crouch stayed and chatted with people on the shore, listened to concerns about recent incidences of anti-social behaviour around the waterfront area and welcomed
Published 09:47 on 1 Jul 2026
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Ipswich Beacon Marina - Notice of Works
We want to let our berth holders and visitors know about upcoming essential works at Ipswich Beacon Marina. From Monday 13 July 2026, we will carry out refurbishment works to the marina lock gates and surrounding infrastructure. This forms part of a £500,000 investment to keep the marina safe, reliable and fit for the future. To complete this work, the marina lock will need to close for up to 12 days. During this
Published 14:26 on 28 Jun 2026
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Sunken Yacht at Kirby Creek
Visitors to Kirby creek need to be aware of this sunken yacht. The special purposes Yellow Mark is just metres to the north of the wreck. Hull length 22 feet. It is believed the wreck was anchored in this position. Dover Coastguard is aware and broadcasting a local Hazard Warning with their scheduled Safety Broadcasts. The owner of the vessel is in communication with the authorities regarding
Published 14:27 on 6 May 2026
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Micro Spring Regatta Results
Sunday 3 May saw the Micro Spring Regatta with Martin and Jenny Pavey once again doing sterling service as OOD Team. Race report from Martin is that a small but select fleet enjoyed a 4-race series in a West/South Westerly 10 mph breeze. Congratulations to: First: Gazelle (who were chased down in Race 2), Second: Indecision (with a warm up session of open water swimming), Third: Gemmy Dodger (with early race promise
Published 11:21 on 4 May 2026
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'Last Orders' for Debbages
A huge thank-you to Debbages who first did the cranage here over 30 years ago, and have just completed their last lift-in ever. Sadly, they are having to close their business and whatever happens next, it's the end of an era for all of us, and we all definitely felt 'the moment'. It was also quite fitting that David Cleveland's launch, Wyenot Too (of course now owned and looked after by Tim), as
Published 18:22 on 23 Mar 2026
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Local Notice to Mariners; Date: 16/2/26 Dredging Operations
Local Notice to Mariners Date: 16/2/26 Dredging Operations Mariners are hereby advised that Brightlingsea Harbour, in conjunction with dredging contractor Van Oord, will be conducting dredging operations within Brightlingsea Marina and Harbour. Operations are scheduled to commence on Friday 20th February 2026 and are expected to be completed by 1st
Published 09:30 on 20 Feb 2026