RYA Pathway Club

We have recently been recognised as one of four RYA Cymru Wales Pathway Clubs. You'll see our new plaque next to the front door of the clubhouse.

 

Read about how this new inititive works: https://www.rya.org.uk/news/cw-pathway-clubs-announced


New Club Flag

Under glorious sunshine, our Commodore, Huw Bumford, and Rear Commodore, Peter Askew, proudly raised our new Club Flag!


RYA CW Regional Junior Championships 2025

Last weekend, June 21/22nd, saw sailors from all over Wales take to the water to compete in the RYA CW Regional Junior Championships. The event serves as an selector event for those looking to gain a place in the RYA CW Welsh Sailing Squads for the year.

 

CBYC Sailors

Coached Regatta Fleet

Elle Bourke - 10th overall

Emrys Agius - 11th overall

Link to results: https://www.sailwave.com/results/Welsh%20Regional%20Junior%20Championships%202025%20-%20Coached%20Regatta%20Fleet.htm

 

ILCA 6

Alexa Atkins - 5th overall

George Davies - 9th overall

Topper 5.3

Griff Attrill - 4th overall

Max Attrill - 5th overall

Rhys Doyle - 8th overall

Dafydd King - 11th overall

Optimist

Tomos Martin - 1st overall

Hugo Thomas - 2nd overall

Ayla Griffiths - 3rd overall

Roisin Epstein - 4th overall

Eleanor Hughes - 5th overall

Sienna Watts - 6th overall

Xenia Hudson-Evans - 7th overall

Jack Harding - 8th overall

Sam Bourke - 9th overall

Martha Hughes - 10th overall

 

Link to results: https://www.sailwave.com/results/Welsh%20Regional%20Junior%20Championships%202025%20-%20Single%20Handers.htm


RYA Cymru Wales Impact Award!

We’d like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Rob Ingram, who has received an RYA Cymru Wales Impact Award! Rob’s support at CBYC and with the Sea Cadets has been invaluable, and we’re thrilled to see his dedication recognised. 


IOCA Early Summers 2025

Last Weekend, June 14/15th, Brightlingsea Sailing Club hosted the IOCA Early Summer Championships. As a part of the Optimist class' rolling ranking system, the event draws lots of competitors keen on improving their standings in the national ranking. Over 3 fleets there was a total of 124 boats attending.

CBYC Sailors

Coached Regatta Fleet

Elle Bourke - 9th overall

Logan Allsopp - 10th overall

Link to results: https://iocauk.ourclubadmin.com/docs/276/Coached_Prov_R6.html

 

Regatta Fleet

Martha Hughes - 14th overall

Link to results: https://iocauk.ourclubadmin.com/docs/276/Regatta_V9Final.html

 

Main Fleet

Gracie Allsopp - 13th overall

Tomos Martin - 32nd overall

Roisin Epstein - 40th overall

Hugo Thomas - 44th overall

Sam Bourke - 59th overall

Eleanor Hughes - 73rd overall

Link to results: https://iocauk.ourclubadmin.com/docs/276/Main_Fleet_R7_Final.html


Three Rivers Race

A well-deserved congratulations to James Dwyer and Kevin Rolfe, who finished in 27th position last weekend at the 64th Yachtmaster Insurance Three Rivers Race — winning their division! 🏆⛵

Out of 108 boats that started the race, 74 crossed the finish line. We’re absolutely chuffed for you both!

Find out more about the race Click Here!


Shanghai & Nimrod Cup 2025

Over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, the club was buzzing with activity both on and off the water as we hosted the second leg of the Shanghai & Nimrod Cup 2025.
Saturday brought varied sailing conditions, with shifting wind speeds testing the competitors’ skill and adaptability.
The Clubhouse provided the perfect setting for the prize giving, as well as a lively atmosphere for visitors and members to enjoy food, drinks, and entertainment!


Llandegfedd Dragon Series 2025

Last Saturday, May 24th, Llandegfedd Sailing Club hosted the second part of the South Wales Dragon Series. The forecast showed that it would be a cloudy day with a building wind. With the conditions in mind, the Training fleet were given their own course and were supported by the RYA CW coach throughout the day. All fleets managed to complete 5 great races.

CBYC Sailors

Training Fleet

Eleanor Hughes - 1st overall

Martha Hughes - 6th overall

Xenia Hudson-Evans - 7th overall

Optimist Fleet

Elle Bourke - 3rd overall

Topper Silver Fleet

Emily Kinsella - 1st overall

Dafydd King - 2nd overall

Topper Gold Fleet

Rhys Doyle - 3rd overall

General Handicap Silver Fleet

George Davies - 3rd overall

Sam Bourke - 7th overall

General Handicap Gold Fleet

Dan Powell - 1st overall

Alexa Atkins - 2nd overall

 

Link to results: https://www.llandegfedd.org.uk/results/2025/llandegfedd-sailing-club-dragons-2025