the royal lymington yacht club

• ☰ Menu
• Wining and Dining
• Accommodation
• Book online
• Reciprocal Clubs
• Cowes Classics Week
• The Royal London Collection
• Reale Yacht Club Canottieri Savoia
• Royal Bermuda Yacht Club

Royal Lymington Yacht Club

• Army & Navy Club
• Royal Thames Yacht Club
• Royal Southern Yacht Club
• Societe des Regates du Havre
• Royal Netherlands Yacht Club
• Royal Perth Yacht Club
• Yacht Club de France
• Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
• Seawanhaka Corinthian YC (USA)
• Royal Cornwall Yacht Club
• Royal Brighton Yacht Club
• Royal Melbourne Yacht Squadron
• San Diego Yacht Club
• Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club
• Cruising Yacht Club of Australia
• Yacht Club of Greece
• The East India Club
• Royal Irish Yacht Club
• St Francis Yacht Club
• Royal Malta Yacht Club
• Royal Motor Yacht Club
• Yacht Club Adriaco

Bath Road Lymington SO41 3SE +44 01590 672677 www . rlymyc.org.uk

Last updated 10:44 on 6 February 2024

• AMERICA'S CUP
• CLASSIFIEDS
• NEWSLETTERS
• SUBMIT NEWS

Royal Lymington Yacht Club celebrates centenary in 2022

Related Articles

• AMERICA'S CUP
• CLASSIFIEDS
• NEWSLETTERS
• SUBMIT NEWS

Boats for sale

• Latest videos, from 2024

• Meet the Team
• Shoreside Facilities
• Weather & Tides
• Marina Directory
• Visitor Berthing
• Annual & Seasonal Berthing
• Dry Berthing
• Winter Berthing
• Berthing Rates
• Club Membership
• Boat Club FAQ
• Boatyard Services
• Boatyard Bookings
• Boatyard Rates
• Contractor Registration
• Our History
• Get on the Water
• Cruising Destinations
• Explore Lymington
• Getting Here

Royal Lymington Yacht Club celebrates centenary with Royal visit

On Saturday 18th June, Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited the Royal Lymington Yacht Club (RLymYC) for an impressive Regatta Day celebrating the Club’s centenary.

The Princess Royal has taken a particular interest in young people's sailing and training, as well as sailing for disabled people. She most recently visited Royal Lymington in 2019 to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Wednesday Junior Sailing, the Club’s community sailing programme, which is in many ways the “Jewel in the Crown” of the Club’s achievements. This unique project was started by a group of members to benefit local children interested in learning to sail who might otherwise not have the opportunity and the project has been proudly supported by Lymington Yacht Haven for over 35 years .

The Centenary Regatta Day and ‘Après Sail Festival’ brought together members of all ages, their families and friends for a glorious celebration of one hundred years on the water. Flotillas of yachts, dinghies, motor boats and paddle craft took part in a wide variety of events during the day. Afterwards, members returned ashore for food, drinks, live music and fun activities including a Centenary Haybale Games on the green adjacent to the clubhouse.

RLymYC Commodore, Phil Lawrence, said: “We were honoured that our Patron, HRH The Princess Royal, was able to join over 800 members of all ages for our Centenary Regatta Day. We celebrated one hundred years of the Royal Lymington Yacht Club with a packed day of activities afloat and ashore.”

"Out on the water Princess Anne reviewed our fleet of members’ yachts and powerboats, many of which were dressed overall to celebrate the day. Keelboats raced for our prestigious PotterShip Trophy and the dinghy fleet raced in the boisterous conditions. Many of our junior sailors were delighted to meet the Princess as she watched them learning the joys of boating.”

"Back ashore, dozens of Club volunteers delivered a tremendous festival with food and drink, live music and fun activities on the green. It was fantastic to see so many members with a shared passion for boating - from the very youngest to those with over 50 years of membership enjoying the celebrations.”

“We were delighted to showcase to Her Royal Highness the enormous range of varied activities and excellent facilities the Club has to offer. Whether your passion is motor cruisers, yachts, dinghies or paddle boards, junior sailing and training or a thriving social scene, the Royal Lymington Yacht Club has something for everyone.”

Patron of the Club since 1979, the Princess was welcomed by Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Mr. Nigel Atkinson, New Forest District Council’s Vice-Chairman, Councillor Neville Penman, Mayor of Lymington, Councillor James Hoare, and the Club’s Commodore, Phil Lawrence.

The Princess Royal was introduced to Club’s Flag Officers, Centenary Regatta organisers and a number of young sailors, before heading out on the water in a RIB to tour the Regatta.

A spectacular fleet of members’ yachts dressed overall in nautical flags and motor cruisers anchored in lines on the Solent adjacent to the Club’s Starting Platform for a Fleet Review by Her Royal Highness.

The Princess Royal then took the opportunity to watch the prestigious PotterShip Race, an annual event where members compete for the glittering PotterShip Trophy, given by the Club’s founder, Major Cyril Potter, in 1937.

After watching the start for the XOD boats, which have been raced out of the Club throughout its one hundred year history, the Princess Royal was treated to an impressive ‘fly-past’ by young Club member, Hattie Rogers in her foiling Waszp dinghy, in which she was recently crowned SailGP Inspire Female World Champion. Hattie said: “The Centenary Regatta was a complete celebration of all types of racing and cruising. To sail in front of Her Royal Highness was an honour and very memorable.”

Whilst out on the water, Her Royal Highness was introduced to the race and safety officials and watched the dinghy racing, where junior, youth and adult sailors were racing in windy conditions a lot stronger than originally forecast.

The Princess Royal then had the opportunity to watch the Club’s youngest sailors in more sheltered water closer to shore; a colourful display of pottering Lymington River Scows brightening up the grey sky. Her Royal Highness waved to the youngsters and showed a great interest in the Club’s adventure sailing ‘Shipmates’ and ‘Mariners’ fleets and enjoyed seeing the two Club Boatmen, dressed as ice creams, handing out ice lollies to the delighted children.

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club is one of the most active ‘Royal’ Clubs, founded in the hopeful days after the first World War. Royal status was bestowed on the Club in 1936, which complemented the Royal patronage of the Club since 1925. The First Patron was HRH Prince Henry, Duke of Gloucester, the uncle of HM The Queen.

Since becoming Patron of the Club in 1979, HRH The Princess Royal has made numerous working visits to the Club, including joining the crew in the ladies championship event, participating in RIB support of junior racing, and attending key events in the life of the Club, such as the commissioning of the new pontoon in 2016. The Princess Royal has been an enthusiastic visitor to the Club’s special occasions and for a while kept her yacht on the river close to the Club.

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club is considered very much a home of yachting, dinghy sailing and motor boating - bringing together likeminded people with a love of the sea. Find more information about the Club at rlymyc.org.uk. The Club continues to welcome new members, contact [email protected] or call 01590 672677.

Photo courtesy of Sportography

Generated at 2024-09-24T11:02:26.8094744+00:00

HTTP_HOST : www.yachthavens.com

HTTP_X_FORWARDED_HOST : www.yachthavens.com

X-Forwarded-For : 66.249.64.20, 185.80.149.115, 147.243.52.134, 147.243.253.81:55692

X-Forwarded-Proto : https

X-Forwarded-Host : www.yachthavens.com

Home  News  Historic Detroit Yacht Club Gears Up to Host the Prestigious 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship 

Historic Detroit Yacht Club Gears Up to Host the Prestigious 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship 

Host Spotlight: Detroit Yacht Club – 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship  

As Detroit Yacht Club (DYC) gears up to host the 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship, Event Chair, Roy Lamphier, shares insights into what makes this historic venue an exceptional choice for this distinguished event. Founded in 1868 by Detroit sailing enthusiasts, the DYC has been a steadfast advocate for the sport of sailing for over a century and a half.   

DYC offers an extensive range of amenities, including a marina with over 300 boat wells, a harbor that accommodates vessels up to 100 feet in length, tennis courts, and a fitness center. The club also boasts an Olympic-size swimming pool, dining facilities, and a full calendar of social events, making it a hub for both sailing and social activities. It’s a vibrant community where members can enjoy the sport of sailing, as well as various recreational activities year-round.  

The club is no stranger to hosting major sailing events, having previously hosted the Mallory Cup back in 2000. The decision to host the championship again comes from the club’s commitment to promoting sailboat racing and fostering competitive excellence. “With a rich history in the sport, the DYC has been a leader in advancing sailboat racing through its vibrant racing programs, top-tier facilities, and deep-rooted tradition of supporting sailors of all levels,” says Lamphier.  

 Hosting the U.S. Adult Sailing Championship is a chance for DYC to showcase its commitment to sailing and its unique sailing environment. Lamphier advises other clubs considering hosting similar events to “embrace the opportunity to showcase both your club’s commitment to competitive sailing and your unique sailing environment. Focus on the strengths of your venue, from your facilities to your local waters, and highlight how your club fosters a strong culture of racing and sportsmanship.”  

For Lamphier, one of the most rewarding aspects of hosting such events is the energy and camaraderie it brings to the club. “There’s something special about watching talented sailors from all over come together, share their passion for the sport, and compete at a high level. It’s inspiring to see the blend of competition and sportsmanship, and it’s incredibly rewarding to be part of creating memorable experiences, both on the water and off.”  

As Detroit Yacht Club prepares to welcome sailors to the 2024 U.S. Adult Sailing Championship, the club looks forward to a thrilling event that will not only challenge the competitors but also continue to foster a sense of community and sportsmanship in the sailing world. For results, more information, and to follow the action in Detroit, please visit https://www.ussailing.org/competition/championships/2024-u-s-adult-sailing-championship/  

Copyright ©2018-2024 United States Sailing Association. All rights reserved. US Sailing is a 501(c)3 organization. Website designed & developed by Design Principles, Inc. -->

Become a Member

New members are always welcome, join royal lymington yacht club, the home of yachting, dinghy sailing and motor boating.

There are so many benefits of being a member of RLymYC!

The Royal Lymington Yacht Club offers a breadth of benefits to its valued membership, including:

Excellent Waterfront Facilities

• Moor overnight on our private pontoon with electricity and water(subject to availability)
• Lift your boat at a discounted rate
• Use our launch service to access your river mooring or borrow a tender
• Store your dinghy in one of our two dinghy parks (subject to availability)
• Our expert boatmen are always on hand to help

Exhilarating Racing

• Keelboat and dinghy racing from March to November
• Organised racing for J/80s, XODs, Cruiser Racers, Nordic Folkboats, Scows and dinghies
• Team racing for all abilities
• Crewing opportunities for beginners and experienced sailors
• Weekly junior racing and annual Junior and Youth Regatta Week

Enjoy our Fabulous Bar and Restaurant

• Affordable and family-friendly with discounts for members
• Experience first class cuisine in our restaurant and enjoy our all-day menu in our bar or on our sun terrace, with stunning riverside and Solent views

Exciting Adventures

• Shipmates' adventures for under 8s and their families
• Mariners' adventures for competent young sailors
• Club dinghies and paddleboards for members to hire
• Regular yacht and motor cruises in the Solent and beyond
• Comprehensive chart room for members to use

Exceptional Training and Coaching

• A respected RYA Training Centre for power and sail, children and adults, including beginners courses and women-only courses
• Outstanding coaching for junior and youth sailors in Optimist, RS Tera, RS Aero, Laser, RS Feva, 29er and 420, led by a dedicated Head Coach
• Discounted rates for members

Enticing Social Programme

• Social events and activities for all ages throughout the year
• Choose from cycling, rowing, walks, book club, art, photography, yoga, pilates, dance, language classes, cookery lessons, wine tasting, winter talks, suppers, quizzes, kids movie nights and more!

Hear from some of our Junior and Youth sailors...

Categories of Membership

• Full and Family Membership
• Provisional Membership
• Junior Membership
• Full members can vote and are entitled to all privileges of the club and its facilities
• We are keen to encourage families to join the club and our family subscription offers free membership to any children under 18 years of age when parents join as a couple
• To support your application, you must be personally well known by two Full Members, of two years standing, who can support your application and vouch for you "being, or having been, active on the water"
• Where two appliants wish to have voting rights, they can apply to be Linked Full Members, paying the cost of 2 Full Members minus a discount of 12.5%
• Available to help those applicants who do not know any club members well enough to act as proposer and seconder
• Also available to those who wish to gain experience on the water.
• Provisional membership is available for up to one year. We hope that during this period you will get to know other club members who will support your Full Membership application
• Provisional Members, do not have any voting rights and have the opportunity to become Full Members after one year or cease their membership
• Provisional Members have full use of the club’s facilities

How to join Royal Lymington Yacht Club

• Decide on the type of membership which bests suits you 
• Complete and return our application form
• Your name(s) will appear on our membership noticeboard for 28 days
• Depending on membership type you may be asked to attend an informal membership meeting or be allocated a Member Buddy. This is a good opportunity to ask any questions you might have. 

For more information, please contact Maria, our Membership Secretary on 01590 672677 or by email [email protected]

Frequently asked questions

Our bar and restaurant.

Affordable and family-friendly bar and restaurant with spectacular views!

We host regular keelboat and dinghy racing, Club events and large-scale National and International regattas.

For those who travel in a more relaxed manner afloat, our cruising section boasts a fine and varied selection of activities.

Motor Boating

Join our growing power boat section on regular motor cruises.

Member Benefits

Join our extensive social programme of activities ashore!

Reciprocal Clubs

Junior and youth sailing.

Join our regular coaching, racing and adventures for children of all ages!

A prominent RYA Training Centre for sail and power.

Join our Powerboats, Cruiser Racers, J/80s, Dinghies, XODs, Nordic Folkboats and Lymington River Scows!

Crane Services

Our expert boatmen provide a range of crane services, at discounted rates for members

Comprehensive resources to help our members plan adventures!