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Budworth status - Lockdown 2
Sadly, there will be no sailing at Budworth until further notice. The RYA newsletter of the 4th November states, "Outdoor sports centres and amenities (which includes sailing clubs and watersports centres) will have to close". It does also state that "Recreational boating from a public outdoor space for single households and support bubbles or with one other person (with social distancing) may be possible." This RYA newsletter was scrutinised by the Return
Published 20:01 on 9 Nov 2020
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Covid-19 Update: Tier 3 Implications
This newsletter has been written following a day of analysis and review of the implications of a Tier 3 lockdown at Budworth given the situation in Greater Manchester and Liverpool. Our advice to you, the members, is based on the Government's general position but supplemented with guidance from the RYA which is specific to our sport and, as a result, far more relevant to the club. As a result, we strongly advise that
Published 12:07 on 23 Oct 2020
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Racing update - 14th October 2020
The sailing at the weekend was extremely enjoyable with good wind and great courses. We had a fantastic turnout with good competitive racing, and I must make a special mention to the Juniors. After a hard morning's training, 10 of the Juniors stayed on for the afternoon sailing and all completed the 3 races. Following the weekend, we've now reviewed the arrangements for the remainder of the Lockdown Series and the upcoming Autumn Series,
Published 10:21 on 22 Oct 2020
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Racing Update
We've just had another fantastic weekend of fleet racing with a very impressive 17 lasers racing on Saturday afternoon. Sunday was another day of champagne sailing and it's great to see so many members getting back on the water. Don't forget that the racing continues this weekend although the fleets will now switch from Saturday to Sunday and vice versa. The RYA have also been busy as they have recently updated their
Published 10:13 on 10 Aug 2020
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Monday Night Sailing
Nice weather allowed some enjoyable sailing on Monday night. View the Facebook post about the sailing for more information and to see some drone video of the sailing.
Published 13:16 on 23 Jul 2020
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Budworth Club Hoodies
Emily is putting together an order for some Budworth Sailing Club hoodies. If you would like to make a purchase, email Emily at junior-rep@budworthsc.org.uk with your hoody size and colour and she will reply with how to pay. There is a range of colours to suit everybody; Budworth Sailing Club is printed on the back with the Budworth logo embroidered on the front. The colours for child sizes and adult sizes are slightly different,
Published 16:55 on 13 Jul 2020
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Covid -19 Update Budworth Starts phase 3 of a return to racing
Phase 3: Let's go racing! First of all, thanks to everyone who completed the recent survey. We received 139 responses with a clear majority in favour of fleet racing (73%) but concerns were raised that many are unable to sail either due to sailing a double hander with a member outside their household (25%) or that they would prefer to have rescue cover (17%). There were also many valuable comments
Published 16:25 on 13 Jul 2020
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Covid -19 Update Budworth Starts phase 2.2 of a return to sailing
With recent announcements it looks like we may be able to remove many of the restrictions from July 4 th and eventually, maybe, possibly, organise racing as we know it with a galley, race officers and rib safety cover. Until then, we are looking to relax as much as possible whilst adhering to the RYA guidance as the club's insurance is dependent on our adherence. In particular, we are conscious that the less
Published 11:17 on 25 Jun 2020
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Covid -19 Update Budworth Starts phase 2.1 of a return to sailing
After another glorious week of sunshine and sailing we are further easing the restrictions on lock down, (whilst building on the arrangements already in place): Still no organised racing unfortunately Slots per sailing session now increased from 15 to 20 Disabled toilet in the clubhouse now available 7 days a week Please ensure the toilet is left in the manner expected as, following the weekend, our cleaner has commented that
Published 10:25 on 3 Jun 2020
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Covid -19 Update Budworth Starts phase 2 of a return to sailing
Following a successful weekend's sailing we are pleased to announce phase 2 of our return to sailing. Although we're not yet ready to officially race (although we are monitoring other clubs in this regard), we wish to continue with the current approach to recreational sailing. Our plans for Phase 2 now look as follows: Sailing will be available for three sessions a day, 7 days a week (the half hour
Published 19:07 on 25 May 2020
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Covid -19 Update Budworth Starts phase 1 of a return to sailing
In line with government social distancing rules and following RYA guidelines, initial recreational "cruising" sailing for members will commence on Sunday the 24 th May and Monday 25 th May 2020. So, we can "stay alert, control the virus and save lives" the phase one activity is limited. Three sessions each of 3 hours are offered to members on each day with a limit of 10 households per session. All
Published 19:14 on 22 May 2020
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Club statement regarding Covid-19
20th March 2020: Coronavirus update The Budworth Committee met last evening, via a video conference, to debate and agree on our response to the current pandemic. You may not be surprised to learn that we have unanimously agreed that the club is closed with immediate effect. All club activities and organised sailing has ceased until further notice and
Published 10:51 on 19 Mar 2020