Ardleigh Sailing Club

Ardleigh Sailing Club Inland dinghy sailing club, based in Ardleigh, a couple of miles to the north of Colchester, Essex. The OK, Solo and Optimist opens are particularly popular.

Ardleigh Sailing Club is a thriving and friendly club situated just outside Colchester, Essex and close to the Suffolk border. The 136 acres of peaceful and secluded water provide an excellent resource for racing, training or, most importantly, just pottering about. There are many facilities for family sailors, racers as well as those who just like to relax and socialise. An abundance of wild life

is attracted to the water due its protected location. The clubhouse includes wet and dry lounges, a galley where we can prepare simple meals, and recently refurbished changing rooms. The clubhouse and boat berths are conveniently close to the water and there are two concrete slipways for easy launching. Racing - competitive racing occurs all year round amongst the many different types of dinghies sailed at the club. Sunday morning and Wednesday evening series are our main events during the Sailing season. In the winter months, the 'Winter' and 'Frostbite' series see a large influx of visiting boats to take advantage of excellent and closely contended racing. During the season a number of Open meetings are held for various classes, drawing in competitors from all over the country. Sailing - there is usually plenty of opportunity on the warmer afternoons for those only wishing to cruise around and hone their skills. Safety boats are usually on the water after lunch on days with pre-arranged events. Access to the water for members is provided at all times of the week. Members are responsible for their own safety arrangements. Training - is given a high priority at Ardleigh. The water is perfectly suited for beginners and improvers, with its easy launching facilities and challenging winds. With an emphasis on safety, the club has three support boats and a number of trained instructors amongst the committee. Courses are run throughout the summer for members only. Ardleigh is affiliated to the RYA and liaises closely on all aspects of sailing. Why not become an Ardleigh member and benefit from many sail training opportunities?

We're hosting a Phanotm open over the weekend of the 18th to 19th of April! If you want to join in or have any questions...
31/03/2026

We're hosting a Phanotm open over the weekend of the 18th to 19th of April! If you want to join in or have any questions contact the comittee on the email address ⛵️

The spring series racing is going well. A bit of a breeze on the water today!
29/03/2026

The spring series racing is going well. A bit of a breeze on the water today!

Lots of action on the pursuit race on Sunday! 🌬
16/03/2026

Lots of action on the pursuit race on Sunday! 🌬

22/02/2026

18/01/2026

32 Boats on the water today for the 2nd weekend of Ardleigh Frostbite series. Sponsored by Fox,'s Chandlery

Come down to the club on Sunday for nibbles after the last race of the winter series .Sign up for the upcoming frostbit...
09/12/2025

Come down to the club on Sunday for nibbles after the last race of the winter series .
Sign up for the upcoming frostbite as well. "

05/11/2025

The club will be observing the 2 minute remembrance silence this week at 11.00. Please join us at the waterside.
Racing will start after this .

Selection of dinghy roadbases for sale . A couple look like wayfarer ones . £100 upwards.
17/02/2025

Selection of dinghy roadbases for sale . A couple look like wayfarer ones . £100 upwards.

09/11/2024

Due to the lack of wind in the forecast this Sundays racing 10/11/24 is postponed to another day.

11/09/2024
15/05/2024

Comments please on moving Start times for Wednesday evenings to 6.30 from next week please.

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Clover Way
Colchester
CO77PT

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