Open Events

The Waterhead Race Race date - 01/06/07. This is SWSC's Premier Event held annually in June. It is open to all dinghies (including keeboats) with a PN of less than 1180. (Separate starts may be given for each fleet.) The race starts at Newby Bridge at the South end of the lake and heads North for approximately 10.5 miles to a turning mark at Waterhead. The finish is back near the Clubhouse. Briefing 10.00am, start 11.00pm. This is a charity event, all entry fees go to the chosen charity. The race is well sponsored by local businesses, which donate a variety of excellent prizes. So if you fancy a long distance race in beautiful surroundings, make a note of the date.
The Belle Isle Race Race date - 24/08/07. An open event for all dinghies (including keeboats), PN less than 1180, competing for the Belle Isle Cup. The race starts in the South lake and goes North leaving Belle Isle to port and returning to the finish near the Club. Briefing 10.00am, start 11.00pm. This race offers ample opportunity for navigational errors round the islands, conflict with ferries / various pleasure craft and grounding for the unwary. A challenge for anybody and everybody!
The Frostbite Series - October/November racing The annual Winter Series of 8 races (5 to count) around buoyed courses at the South end of Windermere for the Martin Shepherd Memorial Trophy. The event is open to all dinghies (including keeboats) with a PN less than 1200. There is an entry fee of £25, which includes boat storage for 8 weeks on site. Racing starts at 13.00h. Race Dates 2008- October - 12th, 19th, 26th November - 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th Notice of Race & Sailing Instructions See Race Results for 2007 If you would like further details of any of the races please contact the Sailing Secretary.