The RCYC at Burnham on Crouch hosted their Flying Fifteen Open on the 13th/14th of June sponsored by Waples Wines. It's a unique event in many ways as everyone is greeted with a mug of coffee/tea and a bacon roll.

This year's bulwark trophy was part of a double handed regatta run by Hayling island sailing club that also included the 5o5 class, the Fireballs, and Merlin rockets.

As this event was not paired with the Southern Championships the attendance of visitors was low with only 4 boats from other clubs.

The weather forecast for the event was challenging and in the end the sailing on the Saturday the 6th of June was cancelled due to the force 7 gusting nine winds sweeping the country.

Surrounded by the stunning Pennine hills boats gathered for the annual Dovestone Flying Fifteen open meeting.

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Visitors from as far afield as Plockton and Pembrokeshire make their annual vist to the lakes.

Here is the February edition of the French Flying Fifteen association which includes detaisl of invites to UK sailors to two events in Brittany on consecutive weekends. A great offer if you wish to combine sailing and a holiday.

Justin Waples has been awarded a 2025 RYA Impact Award. The Impact Awards shine a spotlight on the individuals, clubs, and organisations who go above and beyond to make boating and sailing more successful, sustainable, inclusive, and valued – from grassroots efforts to community-wide initiatives.

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