There will be no RMBC meeting on Monday 28th next week. The gap across the River Trent into Saddlesall Lake has silted up again after the usual 5 years. This makes sailing dinghies with centreboards between the lakes impossible, in the increasingly shallow conditions. The dredging contractors have arrived today with 3 articulated lorries carrying an enormous pontoon with a big excavator to go on top. This week they will ensure that the silt is removed that has been deposited by the River Trent, preventing access to Saddlesall Lake only. On Monday all the silt spoil will be taken off […]

While the light will fade quickly by 20.00, we still want to get the Df95 yachts back on the water for the Summer evenings, after the hour goes forward. It will be friendly and helpful sailing from next week. All are welcome and we will have the spare club Df95 No26 ready in the green cabin for eventualities and newcomers. Also lots of spare parts on hand and assistance with tuning. Please let me know if you are joining. I can add you to the Whatsapp group.