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Jon Emmett Wins ILCA 6 at 2025 EurILCA Master in Belgium
Castle Cove Sailing Club congratulates Jon Emmett on his outstanding victory in the ILCA 6 Class at the 2025 EurILCA Master BEL, held in Ostend, Belgium. The event, hosted by the Royal North Sea Yacht Club and Ostend Sailing Club, saw three days of intense competition in challenging North Sea conditions. Strong winds and rough seas tested sailors and race organisers alike. Saturday's racing featured gusts up to Force 6, with dramatic wind shifts
Published 2:09pm on 13 Jun 2025
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Simon's K1 Success
Simon Hawkes, a seasoned sailor from Castle Cove Sailing Club, claimed victory at the 2024 K1 Inland National Championships held at Carsington Sailing Club on 1718 May. Despite light and variable winds, the 24-strong fleet completed multiple races, with Hawkes showcasing exceptional skill and consistency throughout the weekend. Ahead of the event, Hawkes led a well-received training session, sharing valuable insights with fellow competitors. On the water, he demonstrated tactical brilliance, adapting expertly to
Published 5:42pm on 4 Jun 2025
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Celebrating Rosemary Spicer Mayor's Community Award Recipient
We're proud to share that long-standing CCSC member Rosemary Spicer has been honoured with a Mayor's Community Award in recognition of her exceptional service to our club and local community. For the past 23 years, Rosemary has led the CCSC exercise class with unwavering dedication and energy. Her sessions not only help members maintain their physical health but also foster a strong sense of community and connection. Her thoughtful planning and commitment have made
Published 2:05pm on 22 May 2025
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Musto Skiff and K1 Open
The 11th and 12th of May saw CCSC host an open meeting of the Musto Skiff and K1 Classes. As always CCSC made our visitors very welcome and provided them with some excellent racing, which was appreciated by all of the competitors, one even travelled from Aberdeen to take part! Well done to all of the members who helped out this weekend, on and off the water and to our members
Published 1:52pm on 22 May 2025
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Dinghy Park Change Over 2025
Friday's the Day! 9.30am the time for the Dinghy Park Changeover... then let the sailing season start in earnest! Members looking for this year's Dinghy Park Plan will need to sign in and it can be found HERE ACTIVITES/ Dinghies / Boat Park The sailing season is here at last!
Published 7:35am on 15 Apr 2025
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Celebrating 23 Years of Rosemary's Dedication to CCSC Exercise Classes
For an impressive 23 years, Rosemary Spicer has led the CCSC exercise class, which continues to thrive with excellent attendance. Her dedication and the extensive preparation she invests in each session are deeply appreciated by all. Participants also look forward to the social time afterward, enjoying a delightful selection of coffee, tea, biscuits, and, on special occasions, cakes.
Published 3:38pm on 11 Apr 2025
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Warning - Substantial change of course will be required!
Old Castle Road (from Belle Vue Road down to the railway bridge at Sudan Rd) will be closed for the full ten days from 6th to 16th May 2025, as there are extensive works to be done on the pavement and in the road. Access to CCSC during this time will have to be via Khartoum Rd or Clearmout Rd coming under the railway bridge!
Published 6:14pm on 24 Mar 2025
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Sam and Benjamin's 2 Big weekends in a Ovington Fire Fly
With the 505 still in the container coming home from AUS I needed a boat to sail for the Ovington inlands. Jono Pank very kindly offered the new Ovington class demo Fire Fly. I have to admit it is not my normal style / speed of boat. That said though I jumped at the chance and dived head first in We had done some work with Jono boat late last year so I
Published 10:34pm on 18 Mar 2025
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Book your place on Inspire to Race 2025
Spring has arrived, our thoughts turn to sailing, what better way to begin the new season than to book into Adam Bowers inspirational sessions. The first of the "Inspire to Race" lectures took place on Monday 17th March. The sessions include both shore based and on water sessions, it's not too late to pre-book your tickets for the remaining 5 sessions via the website. These sessions are suitable for sailors of all crafts.
Published 10:27pm on 18 Mar 2025
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First Fifty Years Of CCSC In Print
The First Fifty Years book written by Margaret Holmes covering 1923 - 1973 is now published on our website. If you would like to find out more about the history of CCSC then this is a good place to start. To find the PDF document click on THE CLUB tab and look for History in the menu on the right hand side. The image in this news item is taken
Published 8:42pm on 10 Feb 2025
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A Fantastic Fundraising Quiz Night at CCSC
Last Friday, CCSC hosted a wonderful quiz night in memory of Bill Barker, raising over £700 for charity! The funds will be split equally between Blood Cancer UK and the CCSC Cadets. The evening brought together members from Cadets to Cruisers, celebrating Bill's incredible legacy. It was a fantastic opportunity to enjoy great company, fun challenges, and a lively atmosphere. Club member Alan Sampson shared his appreciation: "Thank you to everyone
Published 8:29pm on 10 Feb 2025
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Dorset Triangle Dates Announced
For many years our Club has participated in the Dorset Triangle which is an inter-club sailing competition. The first event in 2025 will be held at Sutton Bingham Sailing Club and we are encouraging anyone who has not travelled to sail before to consider taking part. If you are a member who would like to take part but do not have the means to trail your boat, then please let us know and
Published 7:25am on 30 Jan 2025