RN&SYC – STARS
(Support Team Assisting Races at Sea)
35 members and friends attended our first meeting of the STARS group on the last Wednesday of October. Chris Merren showed us slides of the Newcome Sands and showed us how he surveys our racing area each Spring and puts the data together to make the chartlet that we all use for sailing. It was fascinating – I never thought it was easy, but we all sat enthralled as Chris described what he and his team do each year. There were plenty of questions afterwards. We continued the evening with a discussion about transits and landmarks and finished off with a sociable supper.
A good evening was had by all!
Our next meeting is on the last Wednesday in November, the 27th at 6pm, followed by supper.
This time we will look at the marks and buoys we use for racing, how to lay them in a particular position and how to set and retrieve them from the RIB and from Skylark. Everyone is welcome, even if laying marks is unlikely to be your thing! If you have friends who might feel they would like to help us, please let me know. The more we spread information and knowledge, the more people feel able to volunteer and support our races at sea.
We plan to finish in time for supper at 7pm. This time you can pre-order either Chicken Thai Green Curry with Rice or Fish and Chips to make life easier in the kitchen.
Please let the club know that you will be joining us along with your food choice.
We will be delighted to see you.
Jenny Riley
RYA TRAINING Winter Training Courses at Sail and Powerboat Training
RYA First Aid course – Tuesday 26th November – £120
RYA VHF Radio course -Wednesday 27th November – £95 (plus RYA exam fee £70)
RYA Powerboat Level 2 – Tuesday & Wednesday 26 – 27 November – £310
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased navigation course – Monday to Friday 2 – 6 December – £425
2025
RYA Day Skipper Shorebased navigation course – Monday to Friday 10 – 14 February – £425
RYA Yachtmaster Coastal/Offshore Shorebased navigation course 17 – 22 Monday to Saturday March – £450
RYA Powerboat Training Level 2 and above – available most weeks throughout the winter (minimum 2 people) – £310
Note 10% discount for RN&SYC members
Please book online at www.sailpowerboattraining.com or call Sarah Davies on 07775581912.
CLUB NEWS
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
All Club, Society, Social and Work Parties are welcome to book.
December dates are available to book including some Fridays & Saturdays
please call 01502 566726 for enquiries
Private Dining Room
Throughout December we will be offering our festive Christmas Party Menu to all pre-booked tables. Book for either two or three courses followed by tea and coffee
Our menu is available to view HERE
SOCIAL EVENTS
ACORN LADIESWEAR “POP-UP”
THIS Thursday 14th November 10.30
As we head into winter and our thoughts turn to our winter wardrobe and Christmas , we are delighted that Julia from Acorns Ladies wear is coming with a selection of ladies’ wear and accessories including hats, gloves, scarves and loungewear and Jewellery.
She will be bringing a selection from winter clothing collections include Olsen, Bianca ,Rabe, Tuzzi, Pinns & Yest and for those of us after a bargain she will also be bringing a sale rail.
Acorns Ladieswear like to create a more informal relaxed shopping experience and we will have an area available for you to try on clothing before buying.
Join us from 10.30 for Coffee and browsing and maybe a little cake. Why not meet friends and other Members and stay and enjoy lunch and a chat.
Looking forward to seeing you
QUIZ NIGHT
Wednesday – 20th November Quiz Master- Charlotte Clarke
Food available from 18:00
First Question 19:30
£1.00 Per Person – Come on your own or bring friends,
Great fun evening and a way to meet new Members
Maria Pennington- Talk On Diamonds
Tuesday 26th November 2024
Tea & Coffee 10.30,Talk Start 11.00, Followed By Lunch £15.00 Per Person,
Menu can be viewed HERE
Talk only £5
Wine School run by Laithwaites Wines.
12 -1 on Friday 29th November.
Cost £5
An hour tasting run by WSET-trained hosts
• Six sensational wines
• Complimentary Goodie Bags
• Tasting Glasses to take home
• Fun quizzes and prizes
• Discounts on wines
Lunch menu to be confirmed shortly
DATES FOR THE DIARY
Sunday 15th December – Club Christmas Lunch
Saturday 21st December – Club Christmas Dinner
Sunday 22nd December – Children’s Christmas Party
Wednesday 1st January – New Years Day Brunch
TES FOR THE DIARY
REGULAR EVENTS
BRIDGE CLUB
Every Thursday . New Members are always welcome. Contact the Club if you are interested in learning or refreshing your Bridge knowledge.
DINING AT THE RN&SYC
A reminder below of the sumptuous offerings the Club has for its Members, Family , Friends & Guests. Please book with the Club Office
CLUB BREAKFAST
Every Saturday & Sunday 08:30 to 11:00
A selection of freshly cooked breakfasts to suit everyone.
For the breakfast menu please click HERE
SUNDAY LUNCH
Why not take the hassle out of preparing a Sunday Lunch and let us do all the work for you.
Roasted Cuts served with traditional accompaniments including Pan Gravy,
Roast Potatoes, Yorkshire Pudding, Freshly prepared vegetables including Cauliflower Cheese
followed by a selection of Desserts prepared at the Club.
Smaller portions are available
WINTER BAR & CATERING HOURS
Mondays – CLOSED
Tuesdays – Bar Service 10- 14:30
Food Service 12- 14:00
Wednesdays – Bar Service 10- 14:30. 17:00- 21:00,
Food Service 12:00- 14:00, 18:00 to 20:00
Thursdays – Bar Service 10- 14:30. 17:00- 21:00,
Food Service 12:00- 14:00, 18:00 to 20:00
Fridays – Bar Service 10- 14:30. 17:00- 22:00,
Food Service 12:00- 14:00, 18:00 to 21:00
Saturdays – Bar Service 10- 22:00,
Food Service – Breakfast 08:30 to 11:00,
Lunch 12:00- 14:30, 18:00 to 21:00
Sundays – Bar Service 10- 16:00,
Food Service – Breakfast 08:30 to 11:00, Lunch 12:00-14:30
Teas / Coffee and Bar Service are always available at times during office hours
Available on Sundays 12:00 to 14:00
Please contact the Club Office on 01502 566726 to book your table |