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Youth Sailors Take on MKBYSA Regatta at Stewartby!
Saturday 14th June saw perfect sailing weather at Stewartby Water Sports Club: warm, sunny, and windyjust the way we like it! Sailors aged 10 to 18 from all over Milton Keynes and Bucks came together for three exciting races. Race officer Colin and his volunteer team did a great job setting exciting courses, making sure everyone enjoyed challenging, competitive sailing. In Race 1, Aidan Harris sailed brilliantly in his Laser, taking first place.
Published 12:09 on 16 Jun 2025
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Join Us This Saturday For Our Annual Discover Sailing Day
Join us this Saturday for our annual Discover Sailing Day a free, family-friendly opportunity to get on the water, try sailing, and experience the clubs welcoming community.
Published 21:30 on 8 May 2025
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This weekend at SWSC Camping, Sailing, and Special Races
We're heading into our second camping weekend of the year , and there's loads happening at the club from Friday through Sunday! Find camping information here . Friday Squids & Sharks - 17:30 - 19:30 A great junior session for kids aged 7 - 15. Find out more here . For any questions, contact Richard Hargreaves on richard.hargreaves@stewartbywatersportsclub.co.uk or via WhatsApp. Saturday
Published 20:35 on 24 Apr 2025
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Sailing & Powerboat Course Dates at Stewartby
The 2025 Sailing School Calendar is now live and available to book! Whether you're looking to brush up your sailing skills, take the next step with an RYA qualification, or you know someone eager to try sailing for the first time - theres a brilliant selection of courses running throughout the season. Here's what's on offer: RYA Sailing Courses
Published 21:14 on 23 Apr 2025
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First Camping Weekend of the Year Full Weekend of Sailing & Social Fun!
Dear member, The weather is looking amazing for our first camping weekend of the year , and we've got a brilliant line-up of activities planned. Here's what's happening: Saturday Social Sailing Saturday: relaxed, informal sailing for all levels. Find out more here Camping overnight: bring your tent or van and stay the night! Find camping details here Bar will likely be open at
Published 08:31 on 10 Apr 2025
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OLD GAFFERS/TRADITIONAL BOATS DAY 2025
This years fun day for traditionally rigged boats is scheduled for Saturday July 12th, so by rights the weather should be more favourable. This is also a camping weekend for the sailing section. Similar format to last year with an evening meal of chicken or veg curry followed by crumble. A Ceilidh band will be playing jigs for you to work up an appetite or shake your dinner down.
Published 10:13 on 23 Mar 2025
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Sailing Warm-Up Wednesday sessions - you're invited!
As we near closer to the start of the 2025 sailing season, we wanted to provide you with some opportunities to kick-start the year with some training! So, the committee have organised a series of events across March as part of our "Warm-Up Wednesday's". These include: 5th March - Race Officer Briefing 12th March - Officer of the Day (OOD) Briefing 19th March - Safety Briefing 26th March - Rules
Published 21:35 on 24 Feb 2025
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Young Sailors Make Waves at MKBYSA Series Opener at Stewartby
Stewartby WSC hosted the MKBYSA series opener, with young sailors competing in exciting races, close battles, and a great day on the water.
Published 12:09 on 18 Feb 2025
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Sailing Working Party - 23rd Feb
As is traditional, on the Sunday of the AGM, this year held on the 23rd February, morning racing is replaced with the first Working Party of the year. This working party sets the section up for the rest of the year, with it being the first opportunity to review the boats and assets across the club. We have a number of jobs to complete and are looking for volunteers to help support! The list
Published 09:40 on 16 Feb 2025
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Important Boat Park Update Action Needed by 24th February
Dear Member, We've made some important changes to improve boat & trailer identification in the park. Recent flooding and caravan park works highlighted a big issue - many boats and trailers had no identification , making it difficult to contact owners when necessary. NEW: Aluminium Foil ID Stickers We are replacing the old yellow tags with durable, discreet aluminium foil ID stickers (3cm x 7cm).
Published 21:29 on 11 Feb 2025
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Sailing AGM Agenda Confirmation
All proposals have now been confirmed for the Sailing Section AGM. Your can find more details on the calendar event linked below. If you are going to attend the AGM, please familiarise yourself with the agenda item and any proposals. If you are unable to attend but wish to vote on any of the proposals, please complete the proxy voting form provided in the calendar event and send to sailing.secretary@stewartbywatersportsclub.co.uk by end of day
Published 11:03 on 10 Feb 2025
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Join us on the 12th Feb for our first Games Night!
Continuing our social calendar across the off-season, we are excited to invite all Sailing members and their guests to our Winter Wednesday games night on the 12th February at the clubhouse! Come along for 19:00 where there will be food, drink, and plenty of entertainment! Food will be Caribbean Curry, either chicken or veggie, at £5pp. We are asking members that are planning to come along to bring their favourite games with them
Published 14:36 on 26 Jan 2025