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Roger Barnes of the DCA visits the club
On a rare sunny afternoon on Saturday 28th February 2026 we were honoured by a visit from Roger Barnes, the President of the Dinghy Cruising Association . The moderate westerly winds provided perfect conditions for James Woolgrove to take Roger for a cruise in our own Wayfarer, Cassiopeia. As a boy, Roger had spent many happy family holidays sailing from Blake Holme, across the lake from us. Roger runs
Published 19:20 on 1 Mar 2026
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SWSC Open Day - Discover Sailing!
SWSC will be holding an open day with taster sails on Saturday, 16th May 2026, from 10am to 3pm. This is part of the RYA's Discover Sailing initiative. All ages are welcome. Advance booking is not required and it is free to attend. Club members will be on site to share more information about all things sailing and our club community. Members will also be on hand to explain rigging and the
Published 22:00 on 22 Feb 2026
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Third 2026 Winter Walk
A happy baker's dozen took advantage of predominantly dry conditions with glimpses of blue sky for the third of this year's programme of winter walks, tackling parts of the West Windermere Way and climbing to High Dam over the course of seven miles. Our fourth and final walk on 8th March starts at 10.30 at Ings on the A591 Grid reference 445988. There is parking just beyond the Watermill Inn (LA8 9PY) Distance
Published 21:54 on 22 Feb 2026
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Winter Walks
While we wait for the start of the club sailing season on 21st March, the club's programme of winter walks is in full swing. At the end of January, nine people accompanied by their five dogs enjoyed a walk in the Uldale Fells from Rawthey Bridge; last weekend the hikers tackled the Hutton Roof Craggs area, over farmland, limestone pavement and through woodland. On 22nd February, we will enjoy a seven mile
Published 12:51 on 12 Feb 2026
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New Years Social
You are invited to join us for our New Year social gathering on Sunday 11th January at the Lakeland Farm Visitors Centre at Ings any time after 11.30, just come for coffee or choose from their lovely selection of lunch time snacks and meals. Their post code is LA8 9QF and don't forget to watch out for the 40mph speed limit as you approach Ings.
Published 22:29 on 19 Dec 2025
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Ready for Sailing!
Thanks to the large number of club members who came to our working party to fix, tidy, clean and otherwise get our site and facilities ready for the season, we are now ready for club sailing activities to begin! First day of racing is Sunday, March 23; first Messing About in Boats is Saturday, March 29. If you are interested in sailing for fun or friendly competition, you are welcome to visit on the
Published 11:32 on 22 Mar 2025
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Annual SWSC Open Race to Waterhead and Back
SWSC's flagship race, the Waterhead, will be held Sunday, 9 June, starting at 11:00 hrs. Come and join us for wonderful day on the water racing from the south end of Windermere to the north and back, (approx 20 miles) while enjoying the many different challenges on the way. Sailing instructions and Notice of Race available here .
Published 20:07 on 7 May 2024
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Discover Sailing at SWSC
SWSC will be holding an open day with taster sails on Saturday, 18 May, 10:30am to 3pm. This is part of the RYA's Discover Sailing initiative so Save the Date! Club members will be on site to share more information about all things sailing and our club community. No advance booking is required. Buoyancy aids are provided for sailing and being on the jetty. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and footwear that
Published 00:00 on 27 Mar 2024
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Community asset designation lost on appeal
South Windermere Sailing Club (SWSC) was disappointed to learn on 23 February that YMCA Fylde Coast has successfully appealed the recent designation of the SWSC area of YMCA North Camp as an Asset of Community Value (ACV). The whole of the North Camp is now designated as an "unsuccessful nomination" of an ACV by the Westmorland & Furness Council. SWSC has sought from the outset to work with YMCA to find a solution which
Published 10:57 on 2 Mar 2024
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Winter walks keep members active!
Fourteen of us enjoyed a dry, if overcast, seven mile wander around the Lune Gorge and Borrowdale on the 28 th January, looking at possible and probable roman roads, 'by appointment' fell ponies, and the influence of railways and motorway on the layout of Tebay and its roads. A walk up the Borrowdale valley and a crossing of the Low Borrowdale Farm moat were followed by a climb and brisk walk along the ridge
Published 10:39 on 30 Jan 2024
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SWSC area of YMCA North Camp designated Asset of Community Value
The area leased and used by South Windermere Sailing Club (SWSC) has been successfully designated as an Asset of Community Value (ACV) by the Westmorland & Furness Council. SWSC had nominated YMCA North Camp to underscore the importance of maintaining the site's community value and access to the Windermere lakefront for community purposes, in light of the prospective sale of the land. SWSC Commodore Sara Speicher stated, "We are very pleased that the
Published 17:35 on 22 Nov 2023
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Club celebrates achievements at Annual Prizegiving
Forty-eight awards were handed out to SWSC members at the club's annual dinner and prizegiving, held on October 21 at the Old School Kitchen, YMCA North Camp. The awards reflected success in races, improvement in sailing, and commitment and support to the club. In the racing awards, Mark Fearnley led the way with ten trophies, with Wyn Roberts collecting six, and Bret Matthews and Bob Eastwood both winning five. Jack Thompson collected four and
Published 17:17 on 5 Nov 2023