Please take a note of the notice on our website in regards to COVID-19, which has just been amended to read as follows: COVID-19 A Message from the Commodore and Committee It is important to keep everyone participating in BWBC events safe. We will be putting out a cruising and social programme this year and […]
February Boat Show – Places filling up – Book your place with Peter Harold now!!
This trip is building to be one of the most exciting for the BWBC programme of 2022. A coach trip down to Birmingham, spending a day amongst like minded people, all about boats. Followed by a fantastic meal at the Forge in Leicester on the way back, try out the guest beers and have a […]
VHF Radio pitfalls and how to avoid them
It’s easy to just turn on your VHF radio and hope for the best, but knowing how to get the best out of it can make a big difference. Read the latest article from yachting monthly
City breaks: 10 of the best by boat
City breaks by boat allow sailors to get a unique perspective as they sail into the coastal cities of Great Britain and Ireland. Yachting Monthly experts reveal their favourites. Check them out here
2021 AGM Minutes available
Thank you to everyone who attended the AGM this year, please find the minutes on our AGM minutes page
Santa visits Burton Waters
Last Sunday The Burton Waters Residents Group arranged for Santa to visit Burton Waters by boat for the first time ever. We are pleased to say that the Boat Club were happy to help Santa’s serene progress around Burton Waters by supplying the crew, thus becoming Santa’s little helpers. The boat “Trixie” was supplied by […]
Gluhvine & Mince Pie Success
Last Saturday we held our final event of 2021 at our clubhouse, Quayside Coffee. Of course, although coffe was certainly available, it was the Gluhvine, Mulled Cider and Mince pies that went down so well. We give our sincerest thanks to Beccy and her staff who looked after us so well. […]
Wells Cruise 2022 – sign up now
Cruise to Wells next The Sea, July 2022 Depending upon the numbers of boats interested, the Boat Club is planning an open sea cruise to Wells next the Sea 23rd to 31st July 2022. Although we will be cruising in company, this cruise is only suitable to boats and skippers who are able to navigate […]
A new boat show comes into life – save the date for a BWBC organised trip in 17th Feb 2022
“BOATLIFE LIVE A new pre-season Boat Show is being launched at Birmingham NEC in February 2022. BoatLife Live takes place 17-20 February 2022, occupying 3 halls and over 20,000sqm.The event will showcase boats up to 45ft including RIBS, powerboats, sailboats, inland craft and watersports – plus a range of equipment and holiday companies. Live […]
Leeds Via Keadby Lock – July 2022
IMPORTANT CHANGE TO PROGRAMME Please note that the Leeds via Keadby Cruise will now take place between Saturday 16th July & Saturday 23rd July. Anyone wishing further information should contact Ian Cottam [ian cottam@talktalk.net]