Dinghy sailing in Spalding for 75 years
About us
The Welland Yacht Club has been sailing on the River Welland in Spalding, Lincolnshire, for over 65 years with an active membership which holds dinghy races every Sunday from April until December.
The club is a fully recognised RYA Training Centre. Guests are always welcome, whether regular sailors or those interested in taking up sailing for the first time.
The Welland Yacht Club has been sailing on the River Welland in Spalding, Lincolnshire, for over 65 years with an active membership which holds dinghy races every Sunday from April until December.
The club is a fully recognised RYA Training Centre. Guests are always welcome, whether regular sailors or those interested in taking up sailing for the first time.
Martin Cook - Commodore
Latest news
Planning for the Club's Open Day on Sunday 8th June is now well underway and online booking for the free 'taster sessions' is now open. Full details can be found on the 'Open Day' page
RYA Level 1 and 2 courses are being organised for members and non members and details can be found on the training page, Powerboat 2 courses can be organised to work around peoples' needs. Please message the trainers for more information.
Training
The Club, based in Spalding Lincolnshire is an RYA training centre and organises regular courses including: Dinghy sailing courses, RYA levels 1 to 3, Seamanship and Powerboat 2.
Courses are scheduled around members needs but if you would like to register an interest for a 2023 course please click the follow the read more about training link below.
Thinking of Joining?
The Welland Yacht Club has lots to offer: Dinghy racing, cruising, coaching and an active social calendar. Racing takes place every Sunday between April and November, with a winter series from November until Boxing Day
The club has a number of club boats, ranging from RS Visions to Optimist, that are available for members to use. The club is now a recognised RYA training establishment and offers a variety of sailing and powerboat course.
Social
In addition to sailing, the club has an active social calendar of events for members and guests. These include social nights and fundraisers held throughout the season plus an annual camping weekend which includes the Lowland Regatta with features a series of novelty races.
The club recently held a race night fundraiser which raised neatly £1,000 to by a Defibrillator.
