As you may well know, we are based at Fambridge Yacht Haven; a charming location on the River Crouch, set in the beautiful Essex countryside. Fambridge Yacht Haven have recently joined the RYA Active Marina Programme which aims to encourage Berth Holders and their crew to make the most of life with their boats. With the support of West Wick Yacht Club and local training centre First Class Sailing East Coast, the RYA are launching a new programme of free marina-based training workshops and social meet-ups. We were happy to be the broker that recently sold First Class Sailing East Coast one of their training yachts. There are a number of fun events scheduled throughout the summer, starting off with the programme launch and WWYC Open Day on 19th May. Boatshed Essex will be at the open day and all berth holders and their crew are invited.

RYA recognised training centres provide practical and shore-based workshops at marinas that are aimed at increasing competence and confidence out on the water. They also organise cruising in company, to encourage people to extend their cruising horizons with the added bonus of the camaraderie of a small flotilla. These events are about learning and sharing experience and knowledge, but they are also a chance to socialise and meet like-minded people.

The launch day kicks off with a free bacon roll; Then it’s ‘Have a Go’ Safe Boat Handling with qualified RYA instructors; Dinghy Sailing; RNLI Sea Safety Road Show with a free lifejacket and boat safety checks; Tenant Stands & Demonstrations. In the afternoon there’s a free hog roast, a sea shanty band, police jet ski’s and much more.

Is your next boat waiting for you at Fambridge Yacht Haven? About 30% of our boats are at Fambridge and berths or moorings are almost always transferable to new owners, for relevant fees.

Search for boats for sale within your price range and then plan this summer’s social calendar around the dates below!

19th May 2012 – RYA Active Marina Launch & WWYC Open Day
23rd June 2012 – First Ladies Day – basic boat handling for ladies
14th July 2012 – Passage Planning Workshop & Trip to Whitaker Buoy
21st July 2012 – National ‘Push the Boat Out’ Day – to support the Olympics
18th August 2012 – Fambridge Yacht Haven Berth Holders Party (berth holders only).
8th September 2012 – Cruise to Tollesbury Marina

Have a great season!

If you have a boating or sailing story to tell contact us: we’d be happy to share it on our blog.

Peggy Melmoth

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