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January 8, 2023

Benfleet Yacht Club celebrates its 100th Anniversary

Today, it is active in terms of dinghy and cruiser sailing, with an active coastal rowing section. Dinghy sailing and coastal rowing mainly take place in the sheltered waters of Benfleet Creek, whilst for ...

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By admin@whatboat

January 8, 2023

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Celebrating the successes of East Region sailors – John Redding

John, aged 92 years-old, is a former RAF pilot who lives in Wroxham, and still takes his boat out on the Norfolk Broads. He has been a member of the Club for the past ...

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January 6, 2023

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RYA Affiliates webinar – A case study on incorporation

The RYA will be co-hosting a case study focussed webinar with Christchurch Sailing Club at 7.30pm on 30 January. The webinar, ‘A case study on incorporation,’ will consider the process that Christchurch Sailing Club ...

By admin@whatboat

January 4, 2023

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Office for Product Safety and Standards announce the recall of Life Jacket 150N

The Office for Product Safety and Standards have announced the recall of Life Jacket 150N over safety concerns. The product has been identified as presenting a serious risk of drowning to the user if ...

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By admin@whatboat

December 20, 2022

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Breaking down barriers – Active Thames funding for The Ahoy Centre and Sports Works

Routine used to be everything for one 17-year-old boy. A year ago, the teen would walk away from sports, not willing to get involved because of his learning difficulties and his desire not to ...

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By admin@whatboat

December 20, 2022

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1) Try a new watersport If you’ve ever fancied swapping sail for power or a board for a foil, there’s no better excuse than a new year to embrace a fresh challenge. Our easy ...

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By admin@whatboat

December 20, 2022

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RYA Northern Ireland gets ready for Cruising Conference

The Conference, which includes an interesting line-up of speakers, will take place on Saturday 28 January 2023. Tickets prices are £30-£35 and include a two-course lunch. On the day there will be sessions with ...

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By admin@whatboat

December 20, 2022

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Spotlight Feature Jack Kennedy

He understands what it’s like for those who are joining the sport for the first time and has made it his goal to tailor training to their needs. In a special feature, Jack reflects ...

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December 20, 2022

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European Council to lift border controls with Croatia

The European Council have announced that from 01 January 2023 checks on persons at internal land and sea borders between Croatia and the other countries in the Schengen Area will be lifted. Checks at ...

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December 20, 2022

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40 years of the European Boating Association

Founded in 1982, the European Boating Association (EBA) has been marking its 40th anniversary with a look back on some of its achievement and milestone events. From maritime tourism to the future means of ...