Autumn Winners

Published 14:45 on 9 Nov 2026

Although Shotwick Sailors are well into their Frostbite racing series, there is still time to look back at the winners of the Autumn Series. 

And what a great Autumn morning and afternoon series we have had, said Dave Thomas. With mixed conditions throughout from drifting around the buoys to racing being cancelled due to nobody fancying breaking the rig, bodies or boats in really stormy weather.

Both series have been well attended. The morning series having 50 different boats competing throughout the series, with up to 22 boats taking part in a race. The afternoon series saw 29 boats competing overall with up to 13 boat fleets racing. This was a great increase on previous years so you must be enjoying it. The afternoons are a great way to join in without the mad start line of the mornings so if you are tempted to give racing a go then sign-up for next year.

Many clubs would be envious of the turnouts we get for our racing, so hopefully that means we are doing something right. Personally I think a large factor in the turnout is the fact that Shotwick is very much an inclusive club where everyone is willing to help and give any advice that you may need.It is really great to be part of the Friendly Club.

Results (full results can be found at  https://www.shotwicksailing.org/page/race-results)

2026 Autumn morning series 
1.Jeremy Cooper
2. Mark Nield
3. Ian Duncan

2026 Autumn afternoon series
1. Mark Nield
2. Ian Duncan
3. Dave Thomas

Photo by Jonathan Davies of Commodore Jeremy receiving his trophy from Dave. All presentation photos can be seen on the Club Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ShotwickLakeSailingClub

Last updated 14:45 on 9 November 2026