On Saturday 16th April, the organisers are expecting between 30 and 50 boats. However, being the first one, they will not know the exact number of entrants until the day. This is the first time Welton has had the opportunity to run this event. It is open to young people aged 18 and under and is for single handed sailing. It is supported by the Royal Yachting Association (RYA).
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The Treasurer of Welton Sailing Club, Diane Porter is very excited: "We are delighted to be holding the first event on the Yorkshire and Humberside circuit. This event is being sponsored by East Riding Council, Kildale Marine and Wet and Wild, and we're looking forward to a very successful event." Welton Sailing Club is situated on the banks on the Humber near Brough. It is a vibrant club with approximately 60 members, plus a number of support parents etc. As well as this competition, they hold regional qualifiers for a youth RYA powerboat competition. They have ten qualified dingy instructors and run regular training sessions for juniors and adult members. They have many juniors who regularly qualify in national events. Welton Sailing Club, Common Lane, Welton, Brough, North Humberside, HU15 1PT. |