A Warm Welcome to Woodbridge Cruising Club on the River Deben from the Commodore.

Our primary objectives are to promote and facilitate the sport of boating and to offer an active social programme for members.

We have a proud history of being a self-supporting club and feel this is why new members and visitors from far and wide find us such a friendly bunch. Whatever gets you afloat, whatever the size of your boat, whatever the means of propulsion, whatever your skills or ambitions, you are most welcome here.

Located in the Valley of the Anglo-Saxon Kings on the banks of the Deben at Woodbridge, our clubhouse is in a stunning setting close to the iconic Tide Mill. It is from here that we organise Club cruises that run throughout the season to destinations that cater for all abilities and aspirations, both locally and abroad.

If you need help learning the ropes or to tick the boxes that give your skills formal recognition, we are an accredited RYA Training Centre. We offer shore-based classes for Yachtmaster, Day Skipper, VHF and the all-important International Certificate of Competence should you be planning to go to Europe and beyond.

We are a very sociable club. Our bar is open throughout the year on Saturday and Sunday lunchtimes and in the summer there are often BBQs on Wednesday evenings. We welcome visiting yachtsmen. Also, by prior arrangement, visiting Clubs are welcome to use our BBQ facilities and enjoy the use of our clubhouse and bar.

During winter months we have all the traditional yacht club events such as formal dinners, suppers, rambles and talks. We run a Monday afternoon social group, a ukulele group and a maintenance party that ensures our clubhouse is kept to the highest standards.

The Club is affiliated to the RYA. Members are represented on several local and national organisations, such as the Harwich Area Sailing Association, the Cruising Association and the River Deben Association.

The Club has been operating and will continue to do so within Government guidelines during the Covid-19 pandemic. The members’ safety is our priority. Please see our website for current information and our risk assessment policy. We have recently upgrade our heating and ventilation system to meet the latest Government standards.

Whatever the time of year, there is never a shortage of activities at the Woodbridge Cruising Club. I hope you enjoy exploring our website.

For more information please use our contact page.