June 2024 Newsletter
Published 11:53 on 28 May 2024
St Mawes Sailing Club
June 2024 Newsletter
It is good to see increasing numbers of boats out on the water, and we hope to see many more of you taking part in Club and other sailing events. The full racing calendar is on the Club website together with the Notice of Race and Sailing Instructions.
In June we look forward to a gathering of pilot cutters for the Pilot Cutter Review which starts on the 30th May in Fowey with racing in our local waters on the 1st and 2nd June. Then from 2nd to 6th June we will be treated once again to the beautiful spectacle of a fleet of classic and modern superyachts in Falmouth Bay and Carrick Roads for the Richard Mille Cup.
On the social side, a fundraising event for the RNLI is being organised by Club members Debbie Brown and Juilette Leach. Its on Wednesday 29th May starting at 1030 hrs. Bring your friends along to enjoy the view, a hot drink and lovely home-made cakes. RNLI merchandise will be available and a raffle with very generous prizes from local businesses.
A fun quiz night was recently organised by JA to raise funds for the newly refurbished Recreation Ground building. Thanks to everyone's support we were able to donate over £500.
There are a number of events being organised in and around the Roseland and Falmouth in early June to mark the 80th anniversary of the D Day landings. American troops embarked at Turnaware for the crossing to Omaha where thousands were killed and injured. See below for links to more information.
From Rear Commodore Sailing: Club Open Day Saturday 8th June
Please tell anyone you think might be interested.
The Clubhouse will be open from 1000hrs. Complimentary coffee, tea and biscuits will be available from 1030hrs. The bar will be open from 1200hrs and a BBQ will be available from 1300hrs. Come and have a look at the Club, enjoy the view from the terrace and chat to current members. This is open to everyone - you don't have to be a member! There will also be the opportunity to have a trial sail in a variety of boats, including the following:
To book one of these sailing taster sessions click on this link (if you are not a Club member you will need to create an account). There is no charge and buoyancy aids will be provided. This is a great opportunity if you have ever fancied trying out sailing but have not known how to get involved. Many of our boats require crew from time to time during the season so there may be additional opportunities to get afloat. If you have any queries please phone/email the Club office on 01326270686 office@stmawessailing.co.uk
From Rear Commodore (House)
Booking of Club for events/meetings: Club members are reminded that, whereas any private functions or bookings must be approved in accordance with rules 5-8 of the Clubhouse Bye-laws, any requests for the use of the club for special functions should:
- First, be checked with the Club Administrator for availability
- Second, be checked with the Franchisee for acceptance of ability to service the function as required
- Third, cleared with the RCH for any deconfliction and final approval
Any Club member responsible for the organisation of any Club event covered in the Club diary is responsible for liaising with the Franchisee for any requirements over and above the normal club opening hours. If there is any disagreement between Club Member and Franchisee, the RCH should be asked to deal with any deconfliction and to make final decision.
80th D-Day Anniversary Commemorative Flotilla Thursday June 6th, 2024
Falmouth Town Council, Falmouth BID, Falmouth Harbour Commissioners and the Port of Truro are organising a flotilla to mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
Our ports want to recognise the largest seaborne invasion in history and to honour the service and sacrifice of the Allied Forces, many of whom were stationed in and around Falmouth during the Second World War.
The flotilla of what is hoped to be over 80 boats, will muster at 14.30 at Tolverne pool, north of the King Harry Ferry and make their way down the River Fal at 15.00, passing some of the locations where servicemen embarked before crossing The Channel.
The aim is to motor down the main channel of Carrick Roads and to finish off Gyllyngvase Beach (weather permitting) before dispersal. Anyone wishing to take part MUST upload a copy of their boat insurance document. You will NOT be able to partake if you have not registered. All vessels must be under engine power.
It would be lovely if participating boats could dress overall. You will need to sign in or create a Google account to register. https://forms.gle/DYg6EHVBoT23... For any queries and further information please contact Hayley Nicholson at Falmouth Town Council. hayley@falmouth.co.uk
June Events
30th May to 2nd June Pilot Cutter Review. For further information see: https://classic-sailing.com
Saturday 1st June: Loe Beach Regatta
Saturday 1st June to Thursday 6th June: there are a number of events being held locally to mark the 80th anniversary of D Day. Full details are in the Roseland Magazine
2nd to 6th June: Richard Mille Cup races: https://www.richardmillecup.co...
Thursday 6th June: D Day Flotilla (see details above)
Saturday 8th June: Club Open Day and trial sailing sessions (see above)
14th to 16th June: Falmouth Classics. Parade of Sail on 14th followed by racing in the Carrick Roads on 15th and 16th.
20th to 23rd June: Sigma National Championships
Saturday 22nd June: Point and Penpol Regatta
Thursday 27th June: 1st Working Boat and Sunbeam Thursday Series
Thursday 27th June from 1930hrs: Nankersey Male Voice Choir will be visiting the Club for a pint or two and singing. Make an evening of it. Come along after racing and enjoy a sailors supper as well.
Friday 28th to Sunday 30th June: Falmouth Working Boat Championships
Catering
Sailors Suppers for June will be:
Thursday 6th- bangers and mash with onion gravy Thursday 13th lasagne with salad Thursday 20th fish pie served with crusty bread and garden peas Thursday 27th chicken curry served with rice and a poppadom
Please book by the day before on WhatsApp on the bar phone 07485 938841
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Last updated 11:57 on 3 July 2024