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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
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What an Evening!
On Saturday 24th January it was the 90th Anniversary of the formation of Stour Sailing Club (and also when the design of our Club Flag was decided!) So many members turned up to help celebrate with supper and memories in the Club, and it was an amazing evening. Thank you to everyone who came along, and especially those who helped to organise and cater! There will be may more opportunities to celebrate our 90th
Published 11:51 on 29 Jan 2026
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Stour Sailing Club 90th Anniversary
Saturday 24th January marks the 90th Anniversary of the founding of Stour Sailing Club in 1936. There will be celebrations throughout the year but this anniversary is too important to miss! So join us in the Club Bar from 6 on Saturday 24th January 2026 to celebrate - there will be food, there will be decorations and the Bar is well stocked. See you there.
Published 10:04 on 22 Jan 2026
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Time to Shift Your Boats!
Sadly another summer sailing season is reaching its end, and it is time to get moving. On the plus side we are planning our first 'Laying up Supper' in more than a while so watch out for a social events update. In the meantime - The West Compound cruiser 'lift-out' takes place on the 4/5th Nov 2025. Before this, as you may be aware we have the HYGA Harker's
Published 10:16 on 11 Oct 2025
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Micro Worlds 11th & 12th October
Next weekend it will be 2025 Micro-Worlds at the Club. On Saturday 11th - HW is 15:45, the Race Briefing is 12:45 and the First Start is 13:45. On Sunday 12th - HW is 16:30, the Race Briefing (if required) is 13:30 and the First Start is 14:30 The Notice of Race and the Sailing Instructions are included below.
Published 10:25 on 5 Oct 2025
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Micro Race 7/9/2025
Brilliant race today in slightly testing condition - quite windy!! Huge congrats to Andrew and Alex, our latest Micro owning team, who managed a very respectable third place and didn't get that wet, well during the race at least!! Maybe we need to keep an eye on them!! Looking forward to the Micro Worlds!
Published 14:57 on 7 Sep 2025