Vice Commodore

John (legs) Lewis

John (legs) Lewis Thomas John Lewis (Better known as 'Legs') is Entertainment Secretary and he arranges acts and events to encourage more members to support the club. Legs is CEO of a Mobility company working with Local Councils to help those less fortunate.

Committee Member

Alan Thorne

Alan Thorne My family and I have been members for 13 years, I am currently an active member in a variety of committees. (Fishing section/ social & regatta) I've grown into the overseeing and organising the social committee, and arranging events like, Micheal Buble, Children's Pamto, ABBA night and lot more. My wish is to represent the membership in an already established CoM, I'm keen to help in the growth of all aspects of the club, and bridge the gap between the different sections.

Honorary Secretary

Roger Wallington

Roger Wallington Roger was one of the first appointed Energy Managers in the UK due to his working knowledge of manufacturing processes and environmental engineering systems. He later went on to manage a European Project in the early 1990s developing smart technology to control heating and appliances, a technology now maturing. He also managed the development of computer systems and programmes now used by the privatised electricity industry. On retirement in 1999 he became an Accredited Consultant for the Carbon Trust and assisted industry and commerce throughout the UK understand their energy usage, implement efficient systems and set up energy management operations. He joined the Club in 2010, sails a traditional Memory 19, based on an East Coast Oyster Dredger, and has pursued the development of the TARS and Gaffers sections. He is also the club’s Energy Manager.

Committee Member

Nick Hankins

Nick Hankins I've been a CBYC member for 24 years. I started sailing at an early age, racing yachts and dinghies on the Solent, competing at Nationals, Europeans and Worlds. Having spent a number of years involved in the club keelboat racing and more recently the dinghy section, i've been a Dinghy Com member for past 4 years and current Dinghy Chair. I have a professional career in aerospace at senior management level for a large multinational. Currently I'm self-employed running an aviation consultancy and marine limited businesses. I believe I have a good knowledge of the club and the correct business and social attributes to help all sections of the club to thrive.

Commodore

Huw Bumford

Huw Bumford I have been a member of CBYC since 2003. Served on the CoM as Membership Secretary, Acting Rear Commodore and Vice Commodore. Oversaw the refurbishment to the Quay Bar, organised the redecoration and upgrading of communal areas. Acted as Senior Flag officer on the last 2 Regattas and also acted in the Commodores role when he was on extended holidays during 2023. I have attended nearly all Monthly CoM meetings in the last 4 years and regularity attend weekly flag officers meetings. I have an excellent working relationship with the staff and have the time to commit to this challenging role. I would be proud to be elected to the position of Commodore

Membership Secretary

Andy Willmott

Andy Willmott I hope I can continue Claire's good work providing a welcoming face to current, new and prospective members. Over the last two years I have enjoyed my time at the club and have made use of the opportunities available to members through fishing, rowing, dinghy and cruising section of the club. I hope I will be able to work with members and staff to promote the opportunities available and help more members enjoy the benefits of their membership. I hope I will befriend many diverse members whose feedback I can use to help balance Com.

Training Centre Principal

Matt Sayer

Matt Sayer To build and continue the excellent work that has happened at the training centre within the last few years. To create a training centre for ALL CBYC members: -Adult and junior courses tailored to the boating needs of the members. -Junior race coaching that helps our young talent take the first and next steps into racing. -To work closely to deliver the above in co-ordination with all CBYC sections, including the new race coaching section. -Close financial management to deliver the above on a cost neutral bases.

Honorary Treasurer

James Dwyer

James Dwyer James grew up sailing on Sydney Harbour and first arrived in the UK in 1989. He moved to Cardiff in 2002. where he first joined CBYC sailing a 22ft Scanper called Essen and chartered a J80 for his final season in 2008 where he sailed in the J80 world championships in Kiel amongst other major events. James also set up Sailability Cardiff at this time which he subsequently assigned over to Cardiff Watersports. James returned to Australia in 2008. For the next ten years sailed Dragons (incl the 2012 world championships in Melbourne) and his sports boat Emma Peel which he brought over to Cardiff upon his return in 2018. He won he Shanghai Cup in 2019 and has also sailed with other members of the cruiser racing fleet including sailing the 2019 Fastnet with Tony Rayer on Ca Va. James initially trained as an accountant and worked for 14 years as a finance manager in Telecoms. He has also worked as a general manager in medical software in Australia and also owns businesses in social care (UK) and invoice finance (Australia).

Vice President

Idris Dibble

Idris Dibble I have enjoyed 58 years of membership at CBYC, and have been pleased to have been involved in many projects and committees over the years. My present interest is in being race officer for the Thursday afternoon race series (TARS) here to serve my club and its membership in any way I can.

Rear Commodore

Peter Askew

Peter Askew Peter first joined the club in 1970 competing in 505’s, Scorpion, Laser and Solo dinghies. For the last 12 years he has focused on racing and cruising ½ ton class yachts. Founder member of Coniston Sailing Club. Now retired after an international career in the jewellery industry he likes to bring his experience to help others.

Committee Member

Paul Akerman

Paul Akerman Paul Akerman was presented with lifetime membership for his hard work and dedication to the club over many years, a well-deserved honour. He is Angling Membership Secretary

Harvey Preston

Committee Members

Mike Kenrick

Mike Kenrick I have been a member of CBYC, formerly PMBSC, for 35 years, having started racing in J24s and crewing on various boats owned by both past and present members. I transitioned to cruising when my daughters were born and have since owned three boats: an Achilles 24, a Starlight 30, and, most recently, I’ve been a part-owner of Segeta, a Beneteau 393. I look forward to continuing my contribution to the club and hope to add value through the experience I’ve gained both within the club and through my professional background in large corporations.

Committee Member

Simon Gadsby

Simon joined the club in 2022 with an extensive sailing background, having raced Toppers, ILCAs, and 29ers. He also team raced while at Newcastle University. Drawing on his racing experience, Simon has instructed and coached within the training section. He currently sits on the Dinghy Committee and actively encourages youth engagement across all areas of the club.