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Learn to Sail in 2025

At Elton Sailing Club we offer you a quick, easy and safe way to learn to sail. We provide a range of courses to help you progress and make the most of your time afloat, whatever your age, ability or aspirations. Taster Sessions are available throughout the summer.

We are a recognised RYA training centre, all courses are run by fully qualified RYA instructors. Our courses are for members only and run throughout the summer. Dates are published on the calendar and bookings are can be made for each course once the event is open to book. Why not join us?

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Latest news

Elton SC at the 24-Hour Race West Lancs (13th-14th Sept 2025)

Elton Sailing Club is gearing up for one of the most exciting endurance sailing events of the year the West Lancs 24-Hour Race! Taking place from Saturday 13th September to Sunday 14th September 2025, this legendary race will see teams from clubs across the country competing in an intense, non-stop sailing challenge. What is the 24-Hour Race? Hosted by West Lancashire Yacht Club, the 24-Hour Race is a true test of skill, endurance, and teamwork. More »

3 Apr 2025

Club Policy Updates: Berthing & Club Boat Usage

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a fair, structured, and well-managed sailing environment, we have updated our Berthing Policy. These revisions align with our new sailing club manager system, ensuring consistency and clarity for all members. Updated Berthing Policy To improve the allocation and management of our limited berthing spaces, we have formalised a new Berthing Policy. This policy establishes clear guidelines on how berths are assigned and the More »

1 Apr 2025

New Members Evening 23rd April

We are thrilled to invite all our new and recently joined members to our New Members Evening on Wednesday, 23rd April at 19.30 in the club's lounge. Whether you're a seasoned sailor or new to the sport, this evening is designed to help you feel right at home at Elton Sailing Club and make the most of your membership. Here's what you can expect: Meet Key Members We'll introduce you to More »

30 Mar 2025

Elton Painters Exhibition Supporting Bury Hospice

Throughout the winter months, Elton Painters gather at the club on Wednesday evenings to create artwork in watercolours and acrylics. This April, we are delighted to showcase a selection of our paintings in the main club room, starting on Wednesday, April 2nd, to coincide with the first evening sailing session of the season. Some paintings and greeting cards will be available in exchange for a small donation to Bury Hospice. Keep an eye out More »

30 Mar 2025

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Upcoming events

Apr 5	12:00pm - 2025 Saturday Club Improvers Sessions » Upwind Sailing Improver Session 1 Mastering Upwind Sailing
Apr 5	12:00pm - 2025 Saturday Social Sailing » Saturday Social Sailing 1 Social Sailing Including Safety Cover
Apr 5	7:30pm - Launching Supper Join us for an evening of great food,
Apr 6	12:00pm - 2025 Sunday Early Spring Handicap » Day 2 Join us for the  Early Spring Handicap Series , a
Apr 8	7:00pm - Council Meeting
Apr 9	6:40pm - 2025 Wednesday Spring Pursuit Series » Race 2 This is a series which consists of 6 races on a
Apr 10	9:00am - Junior Open Day A full day of taster sessions, for potential new Juniors
Apr 12	9:00am - Elton Sailing Club Open Day This is the First of the Clubs Open Days