Sun, Sea and Sizzle.
Calling all skippers, crews and friends.
Fancy a sail, food and a free overnight stay?
Then don’t miss out on our Glenarm BBQ 21-22 July 2023.
BBQ will be held on Friday evening 21st July.
Glenarm BBQ
Helen’s Bay Picnic Postponed
The Helen’s Bay Picnic has been Postponed to a later date due to the weather forecast.
50th Anniversary of the Ruffian 23
2023 is the 50th Anniversary of the Ruffian 23, a one-design class developed and manufactured originally in Portaferry from 1973 by the famous Brown brothers, Billy and Dickie. Over the years the Ruffian fleet extended to Dun Laoghaire, Baltimore and Galway, with many crossing the Irish Sea to England and also further afield to Hong Kong where a strong fleet continue to race competitively.
To celebrate this Golden Jubilee, the entire Carrickfergus fleet of 9 Ruffians headed off to Portaferry on Thursday 15th June to meet up with Ruffian friends sailing up from Dun Laoghaire and resident in Portaferry. In total, 17 boats participated in the weekend programme of events.
Continue reading “50th Anniversary of the Ruffian 23”South Loch Gin VX One National Championship at Royal Forth Yacht Club
Trevor D’Arcy and Alan McClernon had a (mostly) successful weekend over at the VX One UK National Championship at the Royal Forth Yacht Club.
Helen’s Bay Picnic for Junior Sailors
Bob Harper
We are delighted to announce that Bob Harper has been awarded an MBE for Services to Disabled Sailing in Northern Ireland in the King’s Birthday Honours. Congratulations Bob!!
Social Events coming up in May
Upcoming Social Events
Look out for some great social evenings coming up this month.
Speakers Night – Rules of Racing – Thu 9 March
Spring Series
The Spring Series starts shortly with racing for Dinghies and Keelboats