Late May Bank Holiday 26th, 27th,28th May
The Gloucester Big Bash and Shanty Festival
AT Gloucester historic docks.
13th, 14th, 15th July
Welsh Coast Rally + international food & drink festival
AT Mermaid Quay Cardiff.
17th, 18th, 19th August
English Coast Rally + Amazing Fireworks Display
AT Watchet Marina
1. Do not overfire
2. Ensure no leakage of fumes into boat
3. Keep any combustible materials well clear of the fire as excessive heat can cause combustion.
This photo was taken in Dale on Monday but beware, its not over yet ! "Storm Brian" is building for Saturday. This coincides with spring tides so it could have quite an impact on The Bristol Channel !
Boat thieves are about. An outboard was recently stolen from a boat afloat at Chepstow and District Yacht Club. The thieves arrived by sea. Police have asked the BCYA to raise awareness !
Yacht Racing really is the ultimate adrenalin rush. 12 knots downwind on one of these feels like 300mph on a formula 1 car.....only formula 1 cars cant do 300mph !!!
Sailing More
Flying down wind with Melges NED 827 !
TO get you in the mood - Some dates for next years sailing diary. 3 BCYA unmissable events each offering Zero entry fee - Heavily discounted berthing - Free drinks reception.
As the cold weather approaches, boaters are reminded to be safe with wood-burners.
Just a fabulous BCYA English Coast Rally in Watchet over August Bank Holiday weekend. The Marina was full to capacity. The music was great, the hog roasts fantastic and the fireworks were amazing. Next BCYA Rally will be "THE GLOUCESTER BIG BASH AND SHANTY FESTIVAL" at the end of May Bank Holiday ! Usual discounts, Free drinks reception and great entertainment.