Welcome to Our Sailing Club
Experience Sailing in a Family-Friendly Environment
Enjoy the unique opportunity to sail on an Anglian Water reservoir reserved exclusively for our club members. We offer the perfect setting for all types of sailing enthusiasts, whether you are keen on learning to sail, participating in dinghy racing, or simply enjoying pleasure sailing. The reservoir spans 140 acres and provides approximately one mile of sailable water.
Training and Equipment
As a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) registered training centre, we offer comprehensive training in both dinghy sailing and Powerboat Level 2 courses. Members have access to an excellent fleet of dinghies available for loan, including Topper’s, RS Quest, and Wayfarers, ensuring that everyone has the right equipment to enjoy their time on the water.
Not Just Sailing....
We take pride in fostering a welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere, maintaining a relaxed and informal approach across both our social gatherings and sailing activities. Our club supports a vibrant community spirit, making it an ideal place for sailors of all levels to connect and unwind. Members can paddleboard, canoe or join our affiliated groups-sculling and model boat racing.
Discover Sailing Days
If you are new to the sport of sailing, we invite you to join our 'Discover Sailing' Days. These special events are scheduled on selected Saturdays throughout the summer and are designed to provide pre-bookable sailing experiences that are suitable for the entire family. It is a fantastic opportunity to get out on the water and see what sailing is all about in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Taster Sessions
For those who are considering learning to sail but would like to try it first before committing to a course, we offer 'taster sessions' on Tuesday evenings. These sessions give you the chance to experience sailing firsthand and help you decide if you wish to pursue further training.
Membership Information
If you are considering joining our club, we warmly invite you to visit us and have a chat with our members. Our club is open on Sundays from March to December, Saturday afternoons from April to November, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings from May to September. Please refer to our sailing programme to confirm our current opening hours.
Get in touch.
...with our Membership Secretary - Sue Jones, if you need any help or have a query. Or call into the club when we are running organised racing.
What will it cost?
We have a comprehensive and competitive membership fees which can be viewed here.
Sign-up
We use 'WebCollect' to administrate all our membership details. With Webcollect you can also book courses, hire boats etc.
Junior & Youth Training
Following the RYA sailing scheme, the youth pathway provides a guide for your children to take them from complete beginners through to competent racing sailors. The first step is to complete your "Stage" courses, you can then move on to more advanced courses to hone your skill set.
Find out more here. Junior Training
Duties
Membership at HSC involves more than the payment of fees; it is built upon the active contribution of time and effort from every member. Each individual is required to dedicate a MINIMUM of two full days each year performing club duties. This collective spirit enables the club to offer a comprehensive programme of activities throughout the year.
HSC operates as a club that is entirely managed by its members. Every element of the club’s functioning, including maintenance, financial management, catering, and the provision of sailing instruction, is overseen and carried out by volunteers drawn from within the membership.
It is a fundamental requirement that ALL those that use the water contribute to the club's workload during planned sailing activities. This ensures that the club remains vibrant, successful, and, above all, SAFE for everyone involved.
Find out more about duties here. Duty Information
