2017 Sir Alec Rose Trophy Report
This is perhaps the oldest and premier, members annual regatta. This year saw 45 boats entered, representing 17 different classes and 59 members, in a two race handicap event. This was also our annual charity event raisung money for “the Andrew Simpson foundation” (Barts Bash) and the Kent Air Ambulance. A total of £335 was raised. The day was fine with a light and shifty westerly wind, sometimes from anywhere else. Two races were held with the members meeting held [...]
2017 BBSC Seasonal Supper & Prize Giving
Saturday 9th December 2017 6.30pm for 7.30pm £15.00 per person Book & pay in advance or for more details contact Tracy or Mark in The Galley Email: tracyroyle93@gmail.com For the benefit of those who have not attended before, it is a fairly casual social affair aimed at enjoying the company of fellow sailors and having a good meal at a reasonable cost. Children welcome. This year our Caterers, Tracy & Mark have agreed to provide a feast for us. They [...]
BBSC Juniors at Medway Topper Travellers 3rd Sep 2017 (BY FRANCES DAUBENY)
On the 3rd September 2017, Bough Beech youth members Frances, Luka, Joe and Casper visited Medway Yacht Club to take part in a Topper Traveller series event. The day started with us arriving and rigging our Toppers. Then it was a quick change before the briefing at 10 o’clock. After everyone had memorised the course, rules and had a bacon sandwich, it was time for final checks then off to the slipway! The first race went well for us all. [...]