Author: Andrew Dowley

12 boats took part in our socially distanced first Pursuit Race today. Another four boats headed out for a casual sail – despite the decidedly unpromising weather conditions for mid July! Everyone enjoyed getting back out on the water and, in particular, being able to get out on the water with support boat cover provided and with the opportunity to go for a race. The racing boats were split into two fleets with Gary heading off first in his Topper – later joined by Karen and Julie in their Toppers. He was followed by Hannah in a Laser 4.7, Jason,…

COVID-19 Update from MSC Board CLUB NOW CLOSED – Please do not visit Marconi Sailing Club, stay at home. The measures we are taking, with effect from Saturday 21st March 2020 are as follows: All Organised Club sailing activity is curtailed until 30th April. The Board will be reviewing all club activity in mid to late April and then on a regular basis dependent on government/RYA advice and members will be kept informed. To clarify; curtailed organised club sailing activity includes: Launching club boats, moorings and race marks Inspecting and laying moorings.  (4/5 & 10-13.04.2020) Cruiser Launching (to be reviewed…

The new Nacra 15 class has recently been introduced competitively over the past few year as a youth class pathway boat prior to stepping up to the full foiling Olympic Nacra 17 professional adult class boat. Of all the British Youth Sailing Team pathway boats, the Nacra is quite an elite class. The class is still in development and currently there are only 6 active competing boats in the whole of the UK. With such a small fleet, the racing is very close and competitive with lots to learn every time they hit the water. Recent changes in Olympic double…

East Coast Piers Race weekend once again a success with 86 entries taking on the long distance racing challenge. East Coast Piers Race (ECPR) is a weekend of sailing held at Marconi Sailing Club in Essex, with all funds raised from entry and weekend activities going to chosen charities the Cirdan Sailing Trust and Essex Air Ambulance. ECPR 2019 was part three of the Allen Endurance Series. We’re pleased that so many boats pre-entered this year, it makes organising such a complex event much easier. The weekend kicked off early, with many competitors arriving onsite Friday to claim the best…

If you’re looking for a sailing club to join this year then make sure you come and see us at Marconi Sailing Club on the 25th May. Marconi offers sailing, windsurfing, rowing and paddle sports in a safe and family friendly environment. The River Blackwater offers some fantastic adventures for you, your friends, or family, no matter what age or ability they are at. Our location half way down the estuary gives us a major advantage over other sailing clubs on the River Blackwater. We have access to the water even at the lowest tides which means you won’t be…

At Marconi Sailing Club we’re extremely proud of what we’ve built together as a membership. Marconi is a self-help club and provides a family friendly, fun and safe environment with different pathways for you to explore the River Blackwater and build your skills whether you want to sail, row, windsurf or just relax in our beautiful location. The club is based on the River Blackwater in Essex, half way down the estuary opposite Osea Island. Why not pop down to the club over a weekend and see us in action? Once of our friendly members will be able to show…

Marconi Sailing Club, also known as Larkoni Sailing Club, look forward to welcoming the Lark fleet once again on the 5th and 6th May for our annual open meeting. Registration will be open Saturday evening and there is camping available on site all weekend. On Sunday morning the briefing will be at 10.30am for a start at 11.24am. Documents Notice of Race – Marconi-SC-Lark-Open-NOR2019 Sailing Instructions – Marconi-Lark-Open-SIs-2019 For further information please contact Dave Russell 07740 421665 or drussel7@live.com

With the sailing season very nearly here our thoughts turn to mooring laying and making sure our tackle is all order ahead of laying. It all starts with C row this weekend, here are the other row mooring laying dates and times for the start of the season. MOORING POSITIONS LAYING DATE TIME TEAM LEADER AVAIL. DATE TIME C2-C16 30th March 10.00 Tom Clayton 23rd March 12-00 C17-C32 31st March 12.00 Tom Clayton 24th March 12-00 B2-B13 13th   April 09.00 P Ward 7th April 14.00 B14-B24 14th  April 10.00 P Ward 13th April 14-00 A1-A12 D22-D24 27th April 09.00 P. Clayton 22nd  April 14.00 A13-A24 D25-D27 28th April…

Marconi are pleased to be hosting the Sprint 15 fleet again in 2019 for the first event of the Sprint 15 Summer TT series which takes place on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th April. New to Open events?  Please come along!  This is a friendly and welcoming event and everyone will be happy to lend you a hand or answer any questions.  Attached is a general guide so you know what to expect. We are pleased to advise that Windsport International will be supporting this event – so if you need any new equipment, get your order to them in good…

It’s now not long until the 2018 Marconi SC Harkers Yard rowing gig event being held on the 28th October. Below you will find links to the notice of race, rules and registration form. Notice Of Race – 2018 Marconi Harkers Yard Gig Race Harkers Yard 2018 Winter Series Rules Rowing Gig Registration Form Marconi SC 2018 Essential Supporter Information – Know Your Gigs Race Times Ladies – 12.30 Men – 13:15 Mixed – 14:00 How to Find Us Marconi Sailing Club Stansgate Road Steeple Essex CM0 7NU http://www.marconi-sc.org.uk/about-marconi-sailing-club/find-us/ We look forward to welcoming you to Marconi SC once again for…