United Kingdom
Broadwater Sailing Club
Participants
15
Boats
15
About the venue
Formed in 1972 Broadwater is an inland sailing club with coastal connections. More than 50 years after its formation, there are still some of the founder members around. A number of these have moved on to develop yachting interests, with cruisers berthed on the tidal waters of the East and South coasts. The Club is affiliated to the RYA and whilst not a teaching establishment, Broadwater has become a club for everyone who enjoys sailing - from youngsters learning the basics in Optimists and Toppers to experienced 'blue-water' sailors. Broadwater now has over 240 family and junior members, which with spouses and children gives a total membership of over 500.Broadwater Lake is situated close to the Grand Union Canal and the River Colne, once a gravel pit it is now a very attractive stretch of water providing one of the largest sailing lakes in the Thames Valley. The sailing area is nearly 1 km long and 3/4 km wide.
Racing takes place throughout the year on Sunday mornings and on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. Entry is open to all dinghy classes; the most popular fleets are Solo, Laser, RS Aero, Enterprise and Phantom.
