MIDDLE NENE http://www.middlenenesc.co.uk
Location: Middle Nene Sailing Club, Thrapston, Northamptonshire. Tel. 01832 732871.
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Water: 140 acre lake lying next to River Nene offering unobstructed sailing and an almost constant water level.
Surroundings: The Club owns almost 200 acres, including the lake, in the Nene Valley. Beautiful unspoilt area, actively managed by the sailing club for the enjoyment of sailors, anglers and walkers.
Facilities: Excellent!. Attractive clubhouse with galley and bar, also comfortable changing and shower facilities – all built by members over the years. Extensive workshop facilities, also chandlery. Ample car parking and waterside camping area.
Launching: By slipway to marina moorings for those FFs which are kept afloat. From 2002 options of “dry sailing” is available – secure and convenient boat parking is provided.
Racing: Class racing every Sunday mid-March to end-October. Mixed handicap racing Saturday afternoons and Thursday evenings in summer. Social sailing on a Tuesday evening, although sailing allowed at any time during daylight hours. frostbite programme is run during November and December.
General: FF fleet now 30 boats. Boats must conform to BIFFA “Classic” definition, and can be wet or dry sailed. The club has a good, well-supported social programme throughout the year. An enthusiastic band of club members work hard to improve the facilities and manage the estate during the Winter season. Visitors always welcome.
