Although most boats are now lifted out for that essential winter maintenance, and sailing is at a minimum, there is still an active social on shore programme and members are currently enjoying Wednesday suppers and weekend lunchtime bars. Club members are lucky to have a well ventilated hall, where all functions can safely take place.
Woodbridge Cruising Club members celebrated the festive season in style with the Commodore’s Christmas Party. Members enjoyed a sumptuous three course meal, with duck, followed by a choice of nine delicious home-made puddings. Many thanks to Janet Sparrow and her wonderful team who arranged such a lovely evening, and the choir who provided such fun entertainment. The New Year’s Day walk was well attended by both members and dogs, and was an enjoyable stroll around Woodbridge organised by Bram, followed by welcoming, homemade hot soup.
The last talk of 2021 was by Paul Bragg on Biscay Harbours, this was an amusing and illuminating talk; very inspiring for those who have not yet visited the Biscay Ports and bringing back fond memories for those who have. Paul gave a personalised view of sailing the west coast of France, the best ports and anchorages, with numerous helpful hints, from weather apps to the best boulangeries.
The Sunday talk programme of 2022 is well under way, with talks on the Eat Anglian Sailing Trust and Anglo Saxon ship building. Additional activities include Jetsam, the ukulele band with a Beatles concert in aid of the very worthwhile Woolverstone Project.
Members are already looking forward to cruises for 2022, and Andy the cruise captain is working hard to arrange these. Planned ports include well-loved favourites such as Walton Backwaters, Ramsgate and Southold. Cruising in company is one of the best reasons for joining the club.
If the activities sound intriguing, then please have a look around this website New members are welcome, whether you own a motorboat or yacht, or are keen to start sailing. If you are new to sailing (or need to brush up your skills), then the club’s training officer runs RYA courses. Again all details are on this website.
