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Our Commodores Adventure up 3 Creeks with Several Paddles
Read our Commodore's Blog on his experience of the Three Creeks Race organised by Yealm Yacht Club this May. The race involves teams of 4 or 5 who take part in a combination of running and sailing over 2 days from Dartmouth to the Yealm. Each of the running legs must be completed by at least two of the team. Transitions from the boat to the shore must be self-propelled. Paddling/rowing is permitted on
Published 7:26pm on 8 Jun 2026
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Jon Richards Claims Maiden Race Win as Simon Hawkes Takes Overall Honours
Castle Cove hosted a competitive Phantom open meeting as part of the Craftinsure Super Series, with nine local boats joined by three visitors. Despite a smaller fleet following the Inland Championships the previous week, close racing throughout the fleet made for an excellent weekend in Portland Harbour. Saturday's three races were sailed in sunshine and steady breezes. Charlie Sansom won the opening race after a smart move at the first mark, while Nick Orman
Published 6:27pm on 1 Jun 2026
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Pascoe Family Dominates as Castle Cove Smashes 'Fast, Family, Fun' Regatta
The 2000 Class held a highly successful six-race regatta at Castle Cove Sailing Club over the Bank Holiday weekend, triumphing over challenging light winds to perfectly deliver on its "Fast, Family, Fun" slogan. The Castle Cove race management team worked tirelessly to maximize the fading five-knot breeze, providing precision race delivery that allowed a highly competitive, junior-powered fleet to showcase their tactical skills. The event proved to be an absolute masterclass by the local
Published 6:32am on 1 Jun 2026
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CCSC celebrates another successful year on the water
CCSC celebrated the 2025 sailing season with the annual prize giving event in February for the first time! Rob and Sandra Smith once again organised and coordinated the presentation of our historic trophies. We were treated to a gargantuan array of canapés served by our very own Cadet members! The Clubhouse looked magnificent decorated with golden chandeliers and stylish cocktail tables! Congratulations to all of the trophy winners,
Published 11:58am on 15 Feb 2026
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New Pier Deck work started!
The old concrete pier deck has been lifted off and put on the boat park for collection. We now need volunteers to work on the supports, the remaining concrete deck and the new wooden decks. First working party is 11th January at 09:30.
Published 1:52pm on 3 Jan 2026
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Its a YES from us! Vote now for Benjamin!
Benjamin Pasco has been nominated by Seahorse Magazine as 'Seahorse of the Month'.... there's a bit of competition on the horizon... but nothing our Benjamin can't see off! To support Benjamin's nomination click on the link below and vote. VOTE FOR B ENJAMIN
Published 10:08am on 10 Oct 2025
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Castle Cove Sailing Club celebrates member-built slipway
Castle Cove Sailing Club officially opened its new slipway before Sunday morning racing, marking the culmination of a week of intense volunteer labour. More than 70 dedicated members, from seasoned sailors to new recruits, gave their time and energy to complete the ambitious project. Commodore Richard Bowers cut the ribbon, recognising the incredible effort and community spirit that drove the project from start to finish. "It's a brilliant club project that will benefit so
Published 1:10pm on 4 Oct 2025
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Congratulations National Champions Ben and Sam!
Congratulations to Castle Cove's Benjamin Pascoe for his astounding victory at the 2000 Class National Championship at Hayling Island. The nine-year-old helmed his boat to a remarkable win, crewed by his proud father, Sam, in a 59-boat series. After a challenging first day in strong winds, where they finished with a second and a third place, the father-and-son team excelled as conditions became lighter. The pair secured an impressive eight consecutive race wins to
Published 8:30pm on 1 Sep 2025
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From T-Shirts to No. 3 Jibs: CCSC's Epic Sonata Nationals
Following a highly successful event partnered with the WPNSA, Castle Cove Sailing Club congratulates Joe Cross and his crew on their victory in the 2025 Sonata National Championship aboard Duette . A healthy fleet of 26 boats, including 12 from CCSC including a Cadet Team sailing "Third Movement", competed in a four-day championship that saw racing inside Portland Harbour and in Weymouth Bay. The championship delivered a dynamic range of conditions, from light
Published 8:04pm on 28 Aug 2025
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Frazer and Pete's Taser World and European's at Garda
After some club racing last year, I was kindly invited by Peter Bell to come to this years' Tasar World and European Championships in Lake Garda. After persuading my parents to come for support and some training beforehand, we came into the first day of the Europeans with no wind! Not quite what was expected but definitely part of the fun. With still no races completed on the second and last day of the
Published 1:27pm on 2 Aug 2025
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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