General Information – Page 2 – Shotwick Lake Sailing

Meet Our New Commodore!!

April 10, 2022 Jeremy Cooper

As we head into yet another sailing season the club would like to introduce Jeremy Cooper as club commodore, Jeremy has recently taken over the role from Tim Bowden who held the role of commodore for many years. For those members old & new who have yet to meet Jeremy,

Renew ’22

March 2, 2022 John Purdie

For those of you who weren’t able to attend this years AGM, first a quick introduction. My name is John Purdie, for those of you who aren’t familiar with me, I have sailed at Shotwick since about 2009 when I moved over from Chester and, more recently, can be found

The New Season 2022

February 22, 2022 Jeremy Cooper

Welcome to the 2022 season, let’s all hope the COVID-19 regulations ease even more than 2020 and 2021 seasons although as I type the first day’s sailing is cancelled due to storm whoever!! So far this year we have already seen some great turnouts for Work Parties which have been

First Aid Courses

February 2, 2022 John Purdie

The last first aid course on 15th January was received very well. the course include A.E.D. resuscitation training too. the next course is 5th March – please email training@shotwicksailing.org to enrol.

AGM 2022

January 26, 2022 Paul.Newman

We invite members to the Annual General Meeting of Shotwick Lake Sailing. This will take place at 7:30pm on Tuesday 22nd February 2022. The meeting will take place online via Zoom and the link will be emailed to the registered email address for members. AGM Agenda 2022 AGM Minutes 2021

June Racing Roundup

June 27, 2021 Gaz Henshall

After a long winter lockdown racing finally began in May with the Spring “Covid” Series comprising just two back-to-back races on Sunday mornings. The same restrictions are in place as last year and we have been fortunate to have lost only one weekend when the wind exceeded the 20 knot

First Results of the Season!

May 2, 2021 Gaz Henshall

Today, Sunday 2nd May, was the first opportunity to race at the lake this year and attracted the maximum number of competitors permitted under the current restrictions. The wind proved particularly challenging for both the Race Officer and participants! Provisional Results below:

Wales Lockdown

December 20, 2020 Paul.Newman

Dear Member Members will be aware of the recent changes to Welsh Government Regulations regarding Covid 19 that has changed to alert Level 4. Unfortunately we have no alternative but to close the club. At least at the moment the weather is not particularly good and we will advise as

RYA Community Awards

October 21, 2020 Paul.Newman

RYA shines spotlight on boating’s unsung heroes The RYA Community Awards are given across three categories: Lifetime Commitment, Outstanding Contribution and Youth and are presented to outstanding individuals for their commitment and services to boating at club or grassroots level. One winner to be awarded a Lifetime Commitment Award for

RACE ON !!

August 2, 2020 Gaz Henshall

Race on!! The much awaited return to racing was successfully managed on Sunday 2nd August. It has taken much time and effort by our committee to interpret and comply with all the latest government advice and it was just reward that the organisation on the day went so smoothly. It