On Sunday 18 June, Twickenham Yacht Club will host its Open Day from 11am to 4pm, one of the many events planned during Twickenham Festival 2017.

This annual event sees the club open its gates on Twickenham Riverside, offering the community a chance to experience sailing on the Thames between Eel Pie Island and Marble Hill Park, or just admire the view from its historic clubhouse, originally the boathouse for York House.

Club members will be on hand to acquaint visitors with the variety of family oriented activities the club offers, including racing and cruising programmes, RYA practical and shore-based training courses, and social events throughout the year. At the Open Day Cake Stall, 'award-winning' cakes, cupcakes, tartlets, and fancy biscuits from the TYC Bake-off will be available, along with tea and coffee.

Open throughout the year, Twickenham Yacht Club welcomes for membership anyone with a passion for boats, the river, and a friendly social environment. Families are encouraged, especially learning to sail together.

Two newly acquired RS Quests, funded by Sport England, are available to train both adults and children safely in modern sailing dinghies. The active cruiser section offers the opportunity to enjoy cruising in company and individual cruising, with a full and varied programme, including Friday evening cruises and cruises to Hampton Court and further afield. The year culminates with the Yacht Club Annual Ball and Prize Giving - held locally at an impressive venue.

Stop by on Open Day – TYC would love to meet you! For more information and location go to our website - http://www.twickenhamyc.org

Article supplied by Steve Williams