News
-
Enterprise Open Meeting postponed to Saturday 13th April
The event was postponed twice due to river conditions and lack of wind. It will now take place in the morning of Saturday 13th April
Published 17:45 on 18 Mar 2024
-
Racing Sunday 10th March
Report by Marcus Chavasse Photos by Chris Wade The Environment Agency seemed to have gone away for the weekend. The last measurement for the flow rate at Kingston was at 08:00 on Friday before the gauge came unstuck. The stream had reduced to an estimated 150m3/s by Sunday morning. However the wind was still rather light from the East. OOD Marcus decided to give the Blue Race a go. After half an hour
Published 17:38 on 18 Mar 2024
-
Ros Brings South America to Tamesis
Around forty members and friends were entertained with an excellent meal and talk at the club last Thursday 7 th March Jean-Michel treated us to Chicken and Mango curry with rice followed by a sumptuous fruit salad. Ros Warwick-Haller then spoke about her travels in South America last December. Three friends and herself started in Rio de Janiero spending a few days getting a feel for the buzzing city. They then
Published 17:30 on 11 Mar 2024
-
Supper and Talk Thursday 7th March
Please book meal with Nicky Johnson on nickyjohnsontamesis@gmail.com
Published 10:52 on 2 Mar 2024
-
Tamesis Sunday 3rd March
Unfortunately racing on Sunday was cancelled. The decision was made after looking the strength of the stream - at the time the decision was made the flow was over 300m3 per second at Kingston Bridge. There wasn't much wind forecast, and there wasn't much wind on the morning. However, all was not lost as sailmaker Frank Rowsell spent most of the day with merlin owners looking at their sails,
Published 10:48 on 2 Mar 2024
-
Annual General Meeting. Sunday 25th February
This report was taken from Commodore Marcus Chavasse's words in Tammy Matters. Some 50 plus members gathered in the clubhouse after an excellent hot lunch provided by Jean-Michel and his team. Changes to the line-up of officers were endorsed. The Commodore thanked in particular Peter Johnson who was stepping down as Vice Commodore for all his support, and was delighted that the club will be retaining his input in his new role
Published 18:50 on 28 Feb 2024
-
Racing Sunday 25th February Cancelled
Racing had to be cancelled again due to the strong stream and adverse wind. The only occupants of the hard was the family of Egyptian Geese/Ducks. Members slowly gathered in the club house for a coffee and many enjoyed a delicious hot lunch of Cottage Pie, Green Veg followed by Lemon Drizzle cake or a tasty sandwich. All washed down by drinks from the bar. Thanks to Rupert Fletcher
Published 11:23 on 25 Feb 2024
-
Racing Sunday 18th February
The club was able to hold racing on Sunday, albeit the 1030 Blue series had to be cancelled due to the strength of the stream, and uncertain wind strength. The White Series races took place from 1130 helped by a stronger Westerly with some North in it, over a very short course loop course set in sight of the club. Turn outs were lower than usual. Seven Merlins started and finished, some
Published 12:30 on 22 Feb 2024
-
Uffa Spoon Finds New Holder
The Vice Commodore's Dinner was held on Saturday 17th February. Fifty plus members turned out to be treated to an excellent three course meal, and amusing speeches. Vice Commodore Peter Johnson introduced the main proceedings by giving a brief account of the origins of the Uffa Spoon. The spoon itself is a very dirty rusty large serving spoon, found in a member's garden. At the time members were presented with
Published 12:24 on 22 Feb 2024
-
SUNDAY 11TH FEBRUARY RACING CANCELLED
Unfortunately we have had to cancel the racing this week. The stream is too strong due to the heavy rainfall over the past few days. However, don't let that deter you - there will be lunch in the clubhouse, and the bar will be open.
Published 12:02 on 10 Feb 2024
-
VICE COMMODORE'S DINNER - SATURDAY 17TH FEBRUARY
The Uffa Spoon is presented to the person or persons who have committed the silliest gaff in the year since the last Vice Commodore's Dinner. Dinner followed by presentation of the Uffa Spoon. Find out how Uffa (the designer of a plethora of dinghy classes, and top sailor) came to be involved. This is a fun evening - the dinner of the year. Menu: Starter: Smoked
Published 10:30 on 6 Feb 2024
-
Racing on a Blustery Sunday 4th February
This Sunday there was a good wind across the river. Race Officer Charles Fox set a dogleg course with some good lee-bowing action in front of the Club. In the Blue Race the Enterprise Captain managed a 'stupid' capsize when attempting to roll tack whilst in contact with the top mark. He was very disappointed not to compete in the White Race. The conditions brought improved turnouts in all fleets. In the Blue Races
Published 10:21 on 6 Feb 2024