
Mid November News
Draycote Dash There are 109 entries for this weekend’s Draycote Dash and the weather conditions look superb. Thank you to
Since the Club started, a regular printed newsletter has been given to members with updates and information on events, racing, social activities etc. The newsletter was later rebranded as ‘Draycote Unshackled’ and, as digital communication has become more popular, has since become an annual round up of Club activity.
Draycote Dash There are 109 entries for this weekend’s Draycote Dash and the weather conditions look superb. Thank you to
Join us this coming Wednesday evening to hear about the annual update of the Club and plans for the coming
The Autumn 2023 edition of our Club Unshackled magazine is now available.
Draycote Dash Dates – Volunteers Required Yes, it’s that time again! We’re looking for people to help out at the
Although recent temperatures might lead you to think otherwise, summer is officially done, and we are heading into a busy
A few photos from a fantastic fleets prizegiving evening last night. Unfortunately no final sailing, but a beautiful sunset, delicious
It is with great sadness that I have to report that Roger Pritchard, Past Commodore, passed away on Friday 14th
The latest edition of our Club’s Unshackled magazine is now available.
SOLAR PANELS We’re thrilled that the solar panels have finally been installed and a week of winter sun is already
It won’t be long until the new season starts and we have a few courses coming up to help you
Merry Christmas! Thank you to everyone who attended the recent Christmas Party. It was lovely to see the Club festive
STW Dam Project Update We are pleased to say that stage 1 of the Hensborough dam works project is nearly complete
This Sunday is Remembrance Sunday and club racing will be delayed by 15 minutes for us to observe a 1
Thank you to everyone who attended last night’s AGM, there was a good turnout. We’re thrilled to announce that Malcolm
Many of you will have seen the board at the front of clubhouse which explains the work that Seven Trent
All Members are welcome to come to our AGM. It’s a great time to hear how the Club is shaping
Dear Member, Our AGM will be held at the Club on Wednesday 2nd November. It is your opportunity to hear about
Club Improvements Solar Panels As the busy summer training season comes to a close we can turn to jobs and
As the summer season draws to an end, we can celebrate huge success at all levels by many of our
The summer training courses and sailing groups will gradually be coming to an end soon and we turn to Open
Sailing Successes It’s been fantastic reading how well Draycote sailors have been doing at national and international events. It’s hard
HELP PROMOTE THE CLUB IN JULY There are two opportunities which are coming up in July for us to promote
RIB Engine Theft Back in the middle of May we had 3 RIB engines stolen during the night. The thieves
RACE TEAM INSTRUCTIONS Following input from ODs, the Race Team Instructions have been tweaked as follows: When starting the sequence: – Start
We hope everyone has settled in the the sailing season and managing to get some time on the water. We
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are in urgent need of more sailing and windsurf volunteers this Saturday for the Discover Sailing &
Please send the below invitation and booking link to friends, family, classmates, colleagues, clubs/groups etc. to book their places. The day
TRAILER TAGS The first survey of the trailer park has been done and there are still lots of expensive trailers
Great news from Wednesday’s Rugby Sport Awards, DWSC won the Sports Club of the Year! This is a recognition of
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Thank you to everyone who has renewed already. If you usually pay by bank transfer, please check your
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL The new membership year is coming up shortly and we’re looking forward to the summer season starting. If you
We’re looking to recruit bar staff with flexible shifts available. You must be over 18 and have your own transport
The latest edition of Draycote’s Unshackled is here! Read all about our amazing sailing successes and how we’re building a
Would you believe it, spring is officially here! The days are getting longer and soon the clocks will go forward,
MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL The new membership year is coming up shortly, it’s a fairly seamless task these days with WebCollect doing
Members! Make a difference this summer by being an Improver Group Guide. Our ‘Improvers’ completed a sailing course last year
CHRISTMAS RACES REPORT Boxing Day Brass Monkey Pursuit A forecast that looked like it would spoil the day may be
Wishing all our Members a wonderful Christmas! All events are planned to go ahead as scheduled. Should the government announce
The groundworks around the club are moving nicely. Progress was slowed a little by storm Arwen and then last week’s heavy
Sunday afternoon saw the bar and lounge bustling with Christmas cheer as we hosted the annual Christmas Party. The entertainer
On Saturday 20th November, Harry & Annetta Sayers went to London for the 2021 RYA Volunteer Awards. Harry was nominated
It is now mandatory for masks to be worn in the shop, and we also recommend they are worn throughout
On Friday we welcomed our local Mayor, Cllr Deepah Roberts, to open the refurbished ladies changing rooms with our Junior
We are delighted to announce that our President since 1998, Harry Sayers, has been awarded an RYA Lifetime Achievement Award
COVID CONSCIOUS In the light of the current relaxation of restrictions, we’ve taken down all the Covid signage at the
As summer comes to a close we near the end of our training courses and sailing groups. Winter training sessions
On Wednesday 8th September five elite sailors (four genuine seniors and one honorary) from the Club’s Laser Fleet braced themselves
WEDNESDAY RACE STARTS This coming Wednesday 25th August and 1st September are the last 2 dates of the summer series
It is with immense sadness I report the sudden but peaceful passing away of my father, Terry Pye on 16th
Club development plan update, upcoming pursuit race and autumn dates for the diary
Covid law changes from July 19th and how it will impact our Club
Dear Member We have, finally, reached Step 3 in the government’s roadmap out of lockdown! The committee has agreed significant
As we prepare to reopen our bar and wetbar we are looking for staff to work with us. Please send
We are delighted to announce that details to form a Y&J Committee have been finalised, and we are very keen to
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALJust a reminder that membership renewal has been delayed until 1st June. We will be sending out specific reminder
Dear Member How wonderful it was to open the Club site on 29th March and welcome our members back! There was
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