THE world’s oldest yacht club, the Royal Cork Yacht Club, will be opening its doors to the public on Saturday March 29th from 2pm to 4pm, inviting anyone interested in sailing to experience first-hand what the historic club has to offer.
Nestled in the picturesque setting of Crosshaven, the club will offer visitors the chance to meet members, learn about various sailing opportunities, and explore the wealth of facilities available.
Whether a seasoned sailor, a complete beginner, or simply curious about life on the water, the open day will have something for everyone. Visitors will hear about the history of the club and will have an opportunity to view the artefacts and archives which will be on display.
Exclusive club merchandise will also be available for purchase.
One of the key messages the club wants to share is that sailing is now more accessible than ever, and you don’t need to own a boat to get involved.
Annamarie Fegan, admiral of the Royal Cork Yacht Club, explained that many club members are looking for crew to support them on the water.
‘If you’d love to get out on the water but don’t know where to start, we would really encourage you to come and chat to us. Our members are always looking for crew. There’s only one owner of a boat, and they need eight to ten crew to support them, even if it’s just body weight to keep the boat flat. It’s a great way to get involved in sailing.’
She also highlighted the wider benefits of sailing, from fitness and fresh air to learning valuable life skills and forming lifelong friendships.
The club will also be answering common questions about how to get kids involved in sailing, membership fees and instalment options, event hire for weddings and private functions, and year-round access to club facilities.
Annamarie concluded by saying: ‘We are so lucky to have access to this incredible stretch of water, particularly from the vantage of the club here in beautiful Crosshaven.
We want people to avail of all the club has to offer and experience the enjoyment of sailing, boating, and socialising in this magnificent setting that is so special.’
For more details visit www.royalcork.com or follow the club on its social media pages.
