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Sailing at ESC

The Club provides sailing opportunities for members of all ages and abilities, e.g. competitive dinghy racing, yachting (both cruising and racing), training to learn or to improve sailing or powerboat driving skills, social sailing in company (with patrol boats), but all with the emphasis on having fun on the water.


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Latest news

Speaker Supper by David Barrie, Author of 'Incredible Journeys: Thursday 21 May, 19:00 hours

Speaker Supper by David Barrie, Author of 'Incredible Journeys: Exploring the Wonders of Animal Navigation' Join us for an engaging talk by award winning author David Barrie. He'll explore how animals, from ocean-crossing birds to tiny beetles, navigate with remarkable skill, and what science is revealing about these abilities. David will also touch on human navigation, from indigenous wayfinding to modern reliance on electronic aids, raising thought-provoking questions for sailors today. A More »

20 Apr 2026

Blake Fund stories from New Zealand

Henry Chandler writes: Thanks to the NZ Sailing Trust and my Captain pulling off some shrewd negotiations, I was incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to race onboard Steinlager II and what a boat she is. A dream to helm, with beautifully balanced weather helm and power that shouldn't be underestimated. The race itself was hugely enjoyable, and More »

16 Apr 2026

Upcoming RYA training for ESC members

Upcoming RYA training for ESC members. More »

8 Apr 2026

Clubhouse capacity update

Continued thanks for your patience through the east wing improvement building works. Please always check the website for updates on occupancy numbers and access. During the Easter weekend and weekends going forward , t he clubhouse will be back to normal occupancy as we will have use of the front door as a fire exit. Access to the stairs, office and downstairs toilets will be More »

27 Mar 2026

RYA First Aid Course - Saturday 25 April 10:00 - 17:00 hours

Book your place on the course here. More »

27 Mar 2026

RYA lifejacket and buoyancy aid advice

We recommend all our members check out this article and advice from the RYA regarding the use and care of lifejackets and buoyancy aids. More »

27 Mar 2026

Tides on your calendar

Alex Gawley has updated last year's tide calendar to include 2026's More »

27 Mar 2026

RYA Guidelines for cold water shock

In preparation for the 2026 season, take some time to read and understand the guidelines provided by the RYA regarding cold water shock. Visit the site here . More »

27 Mar 2026

Upcoming events

Jan 1Dec 31

Online Resuscitation Course

Thank you for purchasing an online resuscitation course. Within
Apr 21

15:30 - Rowing - social

Social Row - the outing will take into consideration crew
Apr 21

19:00 - General Committee » General Committee

Apr 22

09:30 - Private Function

Apr 22

14:00 - Rowing - training

Training Rows - open to all whatever your experience, these
Apr 23

17:00 - Rowing - training

Training Rows - open to all whatever your experience, these
Apr 24

17:00 - Rowing - social sundowner

Social Row - the outing will take into consideration crew
Apr 24

17:30 - 2026 Oppie Friday » Oppie Friday

Apr 24

17:45 - Blois Johnson - 2026 » Blois Johnson 1

Points series for open fleets, sailed around fixed racing and
Apr 24

18:00 - Ollie's Fish Night » Ollie's Fish Night

Come and join Ollie and his team
Apr 24

18:15 - 2026 Tera Race Coaching » Tera Race Coaching

Tera Race coaching for RS Tera sailors who are keen
April 25-26

Solo, Europe, Finn Open (HISC)

Apr 25

06:30 - Rowing - Mindful (new)

Mindful row - a new approach aiming to
Apr 25

09:30 - RYA First Aid

A one-day course covering all the usual first aid subjects,
Apr 25

10:00 - RYA First Aid course

A one day course designed to provide essential first aid
Apr 25

18:00 - Rowing - race training

Great river race - non-bookable
Apr 26

08:30 - Rowing - social

Social Row - the outing will take into consideration crew
Apr 27

07:30 - Rowing - race training

Hamble river raid - non-bookable
Apr 27

09:30 - Rowing - training

Training Rows - open to all whatever your experience, these
Apr 27

18:00 - Rowing Working Group meeting

Tide predictions for Chichester Harbour (entrance)

Tuesday

21 April 2026

HW 02:39 4.80m
LW 08:00 0.69m
HW 15:14 4.69m
LW 20:23 0.98m

Wednesday

22 April 2026

HW 03:29 4.58m
LW 08:47 0.93m
HW 16:10 4.49m
LW 21:15 1.28m

Thursday

23 April 2026

HW 04:25 4.32m
LW 09:44 1.23m
HW 17:12 4.28m
LW 22:24 1.60m

Friday

24 April 2026

HW 05:29 4.06m
LW 11:06 1.51m
HW 18:17 4.09m
LW 23:55 1.78m

Saturday

25 April 2026

HW 06:37 3.86m
LW 12:29 1.61m
HW 19:31 4.00m

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