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Notts County Sailing Club Winter Series 2026 Preview Original
Notts County Sailing Club Winter Series 2026 Preview by David Eberlin 16 Oct 13:40 BST We know of one or two local clubs in the East Midlands have very little water, so we bought they may like to know Notts County has lots. Winter series starting this weekend at lunchtime (after the RS Open) Sunday 18th Oct (after that start at 1100) to 20th December. We have a daily or whole series fee, the whole series fee includes keeping your boat at club. Poster has PY numbers we can accommodate.
Junior and Youth open meeting 2026 at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Junior and Youth open meeting 2026 at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 8 Sep 13:09 BST The Notts County sailing Club Youth and Junior Open took place on 5th Sept there was a good turnout of talented individuals, including two Hansa dinghies, Toppers, an RS400 and ILCA. It was notable how the standard of sailing and racing has improved since last year, which is a credit to our training and racing pathway and Para Pathway.
40th Anniversary Regatta at Notts County Sailing Club Original
40th Anniversary Regatta at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 20 Jul 13:12 BST The 2026 regatta was sponsored by Nautical Training and Dynamic Boat Works, 58 craft sailed. It is 40 years since the club moved from the River Trent at Stoke Bardolf to Hoveringham Water. Since moving the club has built and extended the clubhouse, built slipways and pontoons giving us some superb facilities and we now have around 450 memberships or just under 1000 members.
Large turnout for the Hansa Travellers' Trophy at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Large turnout for the Hansa Travellers' Trophy at Notts County Sailing Club by David Snutch & David Eberlin 7 May 12:20 BST The Hansa TT (Travellers Trophy) saw an excellent entry of 25 boats with entrants from clubs as far afield as Bray SC Ireland, along with a good contingent from Frensham Ponds, and entries from Whitefriars, Rutland, Newhaven, Chesil, Carsington and of course Notts County, who have just taken delivery of another Hansa with generous help from the RYA Foundation.
County Cooler 2026 at Notts County Sailing Club Original
County Cooler 2026 at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 28 Jan 13:01 GMT The 2026 Notts County Sailing Club County Cooler had a good entry with over twenty dinghies and ten windsurfers. It was cool but not freezing and there was a light to moderate wind, and that rare commodity on Saturday of sunshine (most of the time). Martin Hayhoe the Race Officer set a double beat course with reaches and near runs giving a good variety for a handicap fleet, the results show the variety at the top.
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race 2026 Original
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race 2026 by David Eberlin 2 Jan 18:35 GMT The Notts County Sailing Club's annual First of the Year Race on 1st January 2026 had a good turnout of 32 dinghies 4 windsurfers in aid of Children's Bereavement Centre (Newark), and around £400 was raised from entry fees and donations; thanks to all who contributed. John Sears the race officer got the racing under way on time with a windsurfer fleet, fast and slow handicap.
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race 2026 Preview Original
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race 2026 Preview by David Eberlin 21 Dec 19:57 GMT Notts County Sailing Club has an annual First of the Year race, a well known tradition going back decades. The race day started at Stoke Bardolf, the clubs original home and has been held ever since for at least 60 years, nearly 40 of which are at the clubs present home at Hoveringham.
Solo Open at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Solo Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 27 Oct 11:29 GMT The Notts County Solo Open attracted 18 entries from both the home club and many visitors, including from Hickling, South Staffs, Northampton, Shurestoke and Chase. Race officer Rebecca Ogden aided by an all women team managed to fire the warning signal at 11am in spite of a last minute wind shift. The wind shifted all day and was a light to moderate breeze, if slightly cool. There was even some sunshine.
Junior and Youth open meeting 2025 at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Junior and Youth open meeting 2025 at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 24 Sep 15:24 BST The Notts County Youth and Junior Open had a good entry from sailors aged 8 to 14. Most were in Toppers, but RS Teras, a Laser and 420 entered. Notts County SC was one of the first RYA Pathway clubs, the aim being to increase participation and racing for juniors, feeding some through to squads, but also instilling a lifelong love of the sport.
ILCA open meeting 2025 at Notts County Sailing Club Original
ILCA open meeting 2025 at Notts County Sailing Club by Richard Mason & David Eberlin 14 Jul 19:09 BST A lovely warm and sunny day greeted 26 ILCA sailors at Notts County Sailing Club on 12th of July 2025. The wind was from a steady light south east breeze with occasional 14 mph gusts. Rebecca Ogden led the race team, and set a double beat with slightly different angles to allow for any wind swings, with reaches and runs providing an interesting course.
Notts County Sailing Club Annual Regatta Original
Notts County Sailing Club Annual Regatta by David Eberlin 8 Jul 10:21 BST There was a large entry for the Notts County Sailing Club annual Regatta sponsored by Sailing Chandlery with over 50 dinghies entered to the Commodore's Cup, National 12 Vintage Championships and Novice racing and 50 at the Saturday social evening. The event is aimed at all levels, both the keen racers and the novices, along with activities for children.
Hansa class UK Traveller Trophy Series event at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Hansa class UK Traveller Trophy Series event at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 23 May 07:55 BST The Hansa Travellers Trophy (TT) took place at Notts County Sailing Club on Wednesday 21st May 2025. There were entries from all over the UK and Ireland in both the Liberty class and 303 one and two person boats. The Hansa boats allow many sailors access sailing, they are stable with a weighted centreboard and sails which can be reduced on or off the water.
2025 County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club Original
2025 County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 27 Jan 11:46 GMT After Storm Eowyn on Friday, which undoubtedly put a few off travelling, Saturday was relatively calm and sunny. Apart from being cool it was ideal sailing conditions. The 2025 County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club attracted thirty-four dinghies and seven windsurfers for the two day event, nearly half were visitors from local clubs taking part in the four part Midlands series.
The Midlands Inter-Club series 2025 is about to start Original
The Midlands Inter-Club series 2025 is about to start by David Eberlin 22 Jan 10:46 GMT Whilst there are warnings of wind on Friday, Saturday's forecast is more benign with some sunshine and 6-10mph winds, so ideal for the first off the Inter Club Midland series which starts at Notts County Sailing Club on 25th January.
Notts County First of Year Race 2025 in aid of Bowel Cancer UK Original
Notts County First of Year Race 2025 in aid of Bowel Cancer UK by David Eberlin 2 Jan 14:51 GMT The Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year race is always well attended, but the dire weather forecasts (yellow warnings of wind and rain the previous day) understandably put many off travelling, there were 26 entries, and visitors from many local clubs.
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race Preview
Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race Preview by David Eberlin 23 Dec 08:35 PST Notts County's annual charity First of the Year Race on 1st January at Notts County Sailing Club. NOR, SI and online entry at www.ncsc.org.uk/water-activities/open-meetings. This year the Commodore has chosen Bowel Cancer UK for all entry fees / donations. The racing is open to all monohulls (as NoR) PY 894 to 1369 and windsurfers, briefing is 1030 fist race 1125, two races back to back.
Notts County Cooler - first event of the Midlands Winter Series Original
Notts County Cooler - first event of the Midlands Winter Series by David Eberlin 29 Jan 16:11 GMT The County Cooler lived up to its name with a cool breeze both days, along with sunshine. With 52 entrants from clubs throughout the Midlands there as a good variety of dinghies, along with 9 windsurfers. The dinghy fleet was split into two with a fast and slow dinghy handicap and windsurfers.
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race in aid of RNLI Original
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race in aid of RNLI by David Eberlin 3 Jan 13:07 GMT Notts County Sailing Club's annual First of the Year race is a popular event both on and off the water. This year with it being the 200th year of the RNLI, all donations for entry contributed £311 to the RNLI. There were 45 entries, 41 dinghies and 4 windsurfers. Whilst many were club members there were visitors from local sailing clubs including Nottingham, Staunton, Burton & Attenborough.
NCSC August Bank Holiday Games 2023 Original
NCSC August Bank Holiday Games 2023 by David Eberlin 29 Aug 16:17 BST Last year the Commodore Martin hart instigated the Notts County Games on August Bank Holiday Monday, which consists of fun games on water and shore, nothing too serious and all ages welcome. Around fifty club members entered. The event raised £105 for the RNLI from registrations. The Games are a light hearted event with onshore games, like a water balloon at the Commodore, Jenga, Indoor rowing competition, quoits and much more.
Notts County Sailing Club Regatta 2023 Original
Notts County Sailing Club Regatta 2023 by David Eberlin 18 Jul 20:00 BST The annual Rooster Notts County Sailing Club Regatta is a popular event, mixing racing for all levels and a social along with children's activities.
Notts County ILCA Open
By BVMSports Team By David Eberlin & Sarah Mason via sail-world.com, ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin & Sarah Mason 10 Jul 05:25 PDT 9 July 2023 On Sunday 9th July twenty-nine ILCA dinghies turned up at NCSC for the Rooster sponsored Midlands GP Open event at Notts County Sailing Club. Rebecca Ogden, the Race Officer, had an interesting job as the wind swung and shifted, but... Read more on Publisher's website
ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club Original
ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin & Sarah Mason 10 Jul 13:25 BST On Sunday 9th July twenty-nine ILCA dinghies turned up at NCSC for the Rooster sponsored Midlands GP Open event at Notts County Sailing Club. Rebecca Ogden, the Race Officer, had an interesting job as the wind swung and shifted, but at least it was dry in the morning.
Snakebite Team Racing organised by the University of Nottingham Sailing Club
Details on writing and sending reports to us can be found here Snakebite Team Racing organised by the University of Nottingham Sailing Club by David Eberlin 13 Feb 14:22 GMT 11-12 February 2023 The University of Nottingham Sailing Club organise the annual Snakebite at their home club Notts County Sailing Club over the weekend of 11th & 12th February.Snakebite Team Racing organised by the University of Nottingham Sailing Club - photo © David Eberlin The event starts early - around 9.Snakebite...
Snakebite Team Racing organised by the University of Nottingham Sailing Club Original
Snakebite Team Racing organised by the University of Nottingham Sailing Club by David Eberlin 13 Feb 14:22 GMT The University of Nottingham Sailing Club organise the annual Snakebite at their home club Notts County Sailing Club over the weekend of 11th & 12th February. The event is a well organised and popular event, with over 130 competitors or 22 teams this year.
Notts County Cooler
Notts County Cooler by David Eberlin 31 Jan 22:15 PST The Notts County Cooler dawned calm and grey, but this didn't deter 50 dinghies and 9 windsurfers from signing on. The entrants were local from the East Midlands. The Midlands mini series started as an inter club race and now takes place at four clubs round the region.
East Midlands Winter Mini Series 2023 Original
East Midlands Winter Mini Series 2023 by David Eberlin 6 Jan 06:51 GMT With the advent of better clothing technology, many sailors want to sail throughout the year. The annual East Midlands Winter Mini Series was born several years ago for those that wished to race locally in January & February. The series has now grown from an inter-club event to four venues, each providing a weekend of winter racing, with individual weekend and series results.
Notts County SC First of the Year Race in aid of Young Lives vs Cancer
Notts County SC First of the Year Race in aid of Young Lives vs Cancer by David Eberlin 2 Jan 08:03 PST The annual First of the Year race at Notts County Sailing Club had well over forty entries with from all over the Midlands. The Geoff Parker Memorial trophy and Phil Davies Memorial Trophy, along with a Junior and Windsurf trophies were up for grabs. The entry was a donation to charity the Commodore chose Young lives vs Cancer and over £350 was raised on the day.
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race Preview
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race Preview by David Eberlin 8 Dec 04:30 PST Entry is online or you can enter on the day. All proceeds go to Young Lives vs Cancer charity. The Briefing is at 10.30am, first start 11.30 am. More details at www.ncsc.org.uk/water-activities/open-meetings
Notts County Sailing Club Regatta 2022 Original
Notts County Sailing Club Regatta 2022 by David Eberlin 18 Jul 17:48 BST The 2022 Rooster sponsored Notts County Sailing Club Regatta was held on a July summer weekend rather than the normal May Bank Holiday, partially due to the Jubilee celebrations. With over a hundred social tickets and over fifty six boats entered it was set to be a good weekend. The Regatta is a lighter hearted affair with some good racing for the more experienced, but also novice races.
ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club Original
ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 11 Jul 13:10 BST The Notts County SC ILCA Open attracted 26 entries from all over the Midlands. Whilst the sunshine was welcome it was hot, with a very fickle wind. James Logan, the race officer, had to postpone the first start several times, as the wind kept swinging ninety degrees, and dropped away to nothing then filled in with a very light breeze. After about half an hour the wind settled, and it was game on.
Topper Midland Championships at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Topper Midland Championships at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 13 Jun 11:06 BST The Topper Midland Championships took place at Notts County Sailing Club over the weekend of 11/12th June. The wind was gusty on Saturday, but for the most part it was sunny and warm, Sunday saw lighter winds, but still sunshine at times.
High winds and drama at the Notts County Sailing Club Cooler 2022
High winds and drama at the Notts County Sailing Club Cooler 2022 by David Eberlin 2 Feb 09:09 GMT 29-30 January 2022 The storm warnings were out and there were mild conditions at the first of the Midlands mini series events, the County Cooler. The Midlands mini series is also calling at Burton (12/13 Feb), Staunton (19/20th Feb) and finally Ogston on 26/27th Feb (details on clubs websites). The events are open to all, and its not to late to join in, members of participating clubs enter for free.
The Midlands mini series is back, starting at Notts County SC at the end of January
The Midlands mini series is back, starting at Notts County SC at the end of January by David Eberlin 12 Jan 06:19 PST January - February 2022 The Midlands mini series is back © David Eberlin After a Covid gap the Midlands mini series is back. The inter club event encourages members to visit other clubs and provide some winter sailing at a venue nearby. The first one is at Notts County at the end of January.
The Midlands mini series is back, starting at Notts County SC at the end of January
The Midlands mini series is back, starting at Notts County SC at the end of January by David Eberlin 12 Jan 14:19 GMT January - February 2022 The Midlands mini series is back © David Eberlin After a Covid gap the Midlands mini series is back. The inter club event encourages members to visit other clubs and provide some winter sailing at a venue nearby. The first one is at Notts County at the end of January.
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race 2022
Notts County Sailing Club First of Year Race 2022 by David Eberlin 2 Jan 22:09 PST 1 January 2022 After an absence in 2021 due to Covid the Notts County Sailing Club First of the Year Race for the Geoff Parker Memorial trophy and Phil Davies Memorial trophy took place on a very warm New Year's Day (14'C). The entry fee was donation to charity for Nottinghamshire Mind over 40 boats entered, which raised £350.
Laser / ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club Original
Product Feature Harken Cam-Matic Cleat - 150 Laser / ILCA Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 6 Jul 13:38 BST 4 July 2021 The Notts County SC Laser / ILCA Open attracted more than 25 entries and, what a change from the day before when the lake was like a mirror, there was a relatively steady breeze with occasional planing, but light most of the time. There was even some sunshine and it was warm at 21°C.
2021 Hansa TT at Notts County Sailing Club
2021 Hansa TT at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 10 Jun 14:04 BST 9 June 2021 Liberty fleet close racing with David Durston leading during the Notts County Hansa TT © David Eberlin The Hansa TT series runs round the country and provides competition for sailors of all abilities. The semi keel boats lean over, but vary rarely capsize due to the heavy dagger-plate. When sailing you are seated and steer with a stick in most cases.
Notts County Sailing Club Charity Race Original
Notts County Sailing Club Charity Race by David Eberlin 2 Jun 06:18 BST 31 May 2021 First race slow handicap start at Notts County Charity race © David Eberlin Notts County Sailing Club replaced its regatta with a charity race on bank holiday Monday in some light and variable winds. Covid meant planning was to difficult and so we ran our usual summer weekend sailing and added on the annual Charity Event to keep us all active on Monday.
Easter Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club
Easter Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 6 Apr 02:36 PDT 4-5 April 2021 Like many clubs, the relief of getting back out sailing is palpable. Whilst casual sailing started on Monday, there were plenty wanting to get back out racing. On Sunday 4th there were just under 50 dinghies and windsurfers out racing at Notts County, in some superb conditions, a light to moderate breeze, sunshine and 14'C - what more could you want out of an Easter Sunday.
Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta
Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta by David Eberlin 26 May 05:46 PDT 18-19 January Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta © David Eberlin Notts County Sailing Club have like many clubs been closed completely till recently, we are now open for casual sailing, so the annual Spring Regatta had to be cancelled. However the club organised a Virtual Regatta through VirtualRegatta.com via the RYA offer to clubs.
Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta
Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta by David Eberlin 26 May 13:46 BST 18-19 January Notts County Sailing Club Virtual Spring Regatta © David Eberlin Notts County Sailing Club have like many clubs been closed completely till recently, we are now open for casual sailing, so the annual Spring Regatta had to be cancelled. However the club organised a Virtual Regatta through VirtualRegatta.com via the RYA offer to clubs.
East Midlands mini series continues with the Ogston Wooley Jumper next weekend
East Midlands mini series continues with the Ogston Wooley Jumper next weekend by David Eberlin 2 Feb 12:46 GMT 8-9 February 2020 County Cooler 2020 © David Eberlin The East Midlands mini series of three events started well at Notts County with over 40 entries at the County Cooler. The next event is this weekend (8/9th Feb) at Ogston Sailing Club, near Clay Cross a short distance off the M1.
County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club
County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 21 Jan 08:00 PST 18-19 January County Cooler 2020 © David Eberlin The County Cooler had a cool start but a good turnout with over forty boats hitting the water for a prompt 11.30 start. Race Officer Paul Reynolds had a race before lunch then two back to back after. The County Cooler is part of a three venue mini series in the East Midlands, with Ogston on 8/9th February and a final at Staunton Harold on 22/23rd February.
County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club
County Cooler at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 21 Jan 16:00 GMT 18-19 January County Cooler 2020 © David Eberlin The County Cooler had a cool start but a good turnout with over forty boats hitting the water for a prompt 11.30 start. Race Officer Paul Reynolds had a race before lunch then two back to back after. The County Cooler is part of a three venue mini series in the East Midlands, with Ogston on 8/9th February and a final at Staunton Harold on 22/23rd February.
Three events for Midlands 2020 mini series
Three events for Midlands 2020 mini series by David Eberlin 13 Jan 05:07 PST 18-19 January, 8-9 & 22-23 February 2020 Notts County SC County Cooler 2019 © David Eberlin Three clubs in the East Midlands are running their mini series this year. The series attracted eighty two boats last year and nine different clubs took part at the three venues round the East Midlands.
Three events for Midlands 2020 mini series
Three events for Midlands 2020 mini series by David Eberlin 13 Jan 13:07 GMT 18-19 January, 8-9 & 22-23 February 2020 Notts County SC County Cooler 2019 © David Eberlin Three clubs in the East Midlands are running their mini series this year. The series attracted eighty two boats last year and nine different clubs took part at the three venues round the East Midlands.
Notts County First of Year Race
Notts County First of Year Race by David Eberlin 3 Jan 15:31 GMT 1 January 2020 The first of the year at Notts County Sailing Club on 1st January 2020 was cool (5'c in and out of the water), overcast, but at least there was a light breeze. The wind was swinging up to 30' so Race Officers Nadina Lincoln and William Jeffcote decided on a double beat with two slightly different beats to allow for any swings.
Notts County First of Year Race
Notts County First of Year Race by David Eberlin 3 Jan 07:31 PST 1 January 2020 The first of the year at Notts County Sailing Club on 1st January 2020 was cool (5'c in and out of the water), overcast, but at least there was a light breeze. The wind was swinging up to 30' so Race Officers Nadina Lincoln and William Jeffcote decided on a double beat with two slightly different beats to allow for any swings.
RS400 Rope4Boats Northern Tour at Notts County Sailing Club
RS400 Rope4Boats Northern Tour at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 10 Nov 13:24 PST 9-10 November 2019 Flood warnings, cold weather, and on Saturday morning fog and light winds - nothing seemed to put off the 30 boats that arrived at Notts County Sailing Club on 9th / 10th November for the RS400 Open, part of the RS400 Northern Championship. Competitors travelled from Shoreham on the south coast, Bassenthwaite, Lochaber, and many other areas in between.
Solo Open at Notts County Sailing Club
Solo Open at Notts County Sailing Club by David Eberlin 29 Oct 06:12 GMT 26 October 2019 The Notts County Sailing Club Solo Open was held in wet, miserable conditions, with a little wind and it was cold. Given the conditions it was great to see half the fleet as visitors coming from all over the Midlands, including Sheffield Viking, Draycott, Ogston, Earlswood, Carsington and Liegh on Lowton and of course there was a good turnout from the home Notts County fleet.
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