| Questions | Answers |
| I'm interested in sailing but don't have a dinghy. | No problem. The club has 2 Laser dinghies and a GP14 available for people just like you who want to try sailing before committing to buying a boat.
We also have an optimist sailing dinghy which is ideal for children. |
| I've been along to the clubhouse once or twice, but it's always been locked up. | The full sailing programme for this year is included in this starter pack. It details when sailing will be taking place. Normally club members start to rig up their boats about an hour before the times given in the start column. Come along and introduce yourself. We also have the sailing timetables on this site |
| I'd like to try sailing but am not interested in racing. | No problem. Several of our members just come along to potter. Members sail anything from catamarans to sailing canoes and even rowing boats (Thas is if you can sail a rowing boat). Everyone's welcome. |
| I'd like to learn to sail. | The club is organising some sessions where beginners can sail with more experienced sailors and learn the basics. Look out for our training days this year - designed especially for new members |
| I've sailed before and have a dinghy. Can I keep it at the club? | Yes contact one of the committee members for details. |
| Is there a social side to the club? | Yes. Various events are organised throughout the year and include a pre-season get together, summer barbecue and end of season trophy night. |
| How much does it cost? | This year the individual membership fee is only £35. You would however, at some point, have to invest in a lifejacket. (We do have several children's lifejackets available for borrowing). |
| How do I join? | Complete the enclosed application for membership and bring it along to the club or forward it to the treasurer. |