WELCOME TO HAMPTON COURT MODEL YACHT CLUB
Rick Pond, Hampton Court Park
Rick Pond, Hampton Court Park
We sail in the beautiful surroundings of Hampton Court's Home Park on the Rick Pond, which has been the venue for model yacht racing since the 1890's. Why not come down and join us! The programme can be seen here.
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CANCELLED - DUE TO FROZEN LAKE
CHARITY OPEN IOM EVENT SUNDAY 4 JANUARY
On Sunday 4 January we are holding our annual charity IOM open meeting. Full details and Notice of Race plus entries can be seen here.
CHARITY OPEN IOM EVENT SUNDAY 4 JANUARY
On Sunday 4 January we are holding our annual charity IOM open meeting. Full details and Notice of Race plus entries can be seen here.
News for Members:
Sailing Conditions and Programme
The Rick Pond has now thawed (as at 14/01/2026) so sailing can take place in accordance with the programme for the first quarter of 2026, which has been emailed to all members by the Secretary and can be seen here.
The Rick Pond has now thawed (as at 14/01/2026) so sailing can take place in accordance with the programme for the first quarter of 2026, which has been emailed to all members by the Secretary and can be seen here.
Charity IOM Event - CANCELLED - SADLY - DUE TO FROZEN LAKE
On Sunday 4th January we are hosting our annual Charity IOM open meeting. This event is always well supported and members are encouraged to race, it’s a friendly way to experience racing with sailors from other clubs.
In order that we can run the event successfully, we need members to volunteer to help and it is very useful to know who will be available. If you can be part of the race team, please let either the Secreatary or Colin Trower [email protected] know. The more volunteers, the better. Full details here.
On Sunday 4th January we are hosting our annual Charity IOM open meeting. This event is always well supported and members are encouraged to race, it’s a friendly way to experience racing with sailors from other clubs.
In order that we can run the event successfully, we need members to volunteer to help and it is very useful to know who will be available. If you can be part of the race team, please let either the Secreatary or Colin Trower [email protected] know. The more volunteers, the better. Full details here.
Leen Buurman
It is with sadness that we report that Leen passed away in his sleep on 6 December after a long illness and our condolences go out to his wife Judith and his sons. Leen's funeral took place in Hersham on Monday 22 December. We have made a donation to the RNLI in his memory. Before he died Leen very generously donated his boats and equipment to the club and the proceeds of their sale is being put towards the roof fund.
It is with sadness that we report that Leen passed away in his sleep on 6 December after a long illness and our condolences go out to his wife Judith and his sons. Leen's funeral took place in Hersham on Monday 22 December. We have made a donation to the RNLI in his memory. Before he died Leen very generously donated his boats and equipment to the club and the proceeds of their sale is being put towards the roof fund.
Club DF95 Championship
On Sunday 30 November the club held its Club DF95 close Championship. 11 boats came to the line and 10 races were completed in favorable conditions. Congratulations to Julia Hancock for emerging a clear winner. Results below:
On Sunday 30 November the club held its Club DF95 close Championship. 11 boats came to the line and 10 races were completed in favorable conditions. Congratulations to Julia Hancock for emerging a clear winner. Results below:
AGM - The club AGM was held on Saturday 8th November in the Clubhouse. This was quite well attended and there was useful discussion of a number of issues.
Roof Repairs - Whilst we continue to seek funds to replace the clubhouse roof, we found a roofer able and willing to undertake some interim repairs. Work was carried out in March, when 15 tiles were replaced together with work to address issues with the ridge and eaves, and so far this seems to have solved the immediate problems of leaks!
Flag Iris Removal - On Wednesday 12th February, Eleanor Evetts, The Home Park Head Ranger, organised another session with her volunteer workers to remove more of the flag irises from the lake margins. We managed to match the number of Eleanor's volunteers, even though it seemed that half our membership were out of the country! and with the additional help of the Palace digger a large quantity of irises were removed from the lake. Many thanks to all those who took part - progress has definitely been made in tackling the iris problem.
New Page on "Introduction to Radio Sailing"
A new page has been added to the menu under "About Model Yachting" which provides answers to some of the basic questions people ask about our sport. It is based upon a page on the Poole Model Yacht Club site - plagiarized with their permission! Let us know what you think.
A new page has been added to the menu under "About Model Yachting" which provides answers to some of the basic questions people ask about our sport. It is based upon a page on the Poole Model Yacht Club site - plagiarized with their permission! Let us know what you think.
A Good Book
If you are at all interested in the theory of sailing a good book is "The Physics of Sailing Explained" by Bryon D Anderson - it is an A5 paperback, only about a centimetre thick, that explains how the hull, keel and sails work plus some of the physics of weather for sailors. I have a copy you can borrow if you want to have a look.
If you are at all interested in the theory of sailing a good book is "The Physics of Sailing Explained" by Bryon D Anderson - it is an A5 paperback, only about a centimetre thick, that explains how the hull, keel and sails work plus some of the physics of weather for sailors. I have a copy you can borrow if you want to have a look.
MYA Promotional Video
The MYA have issued a new promotional video which can be seen here.
The MYA have issued a new promotional video which can be seen here.
"HCMYC General" WhatsApp group
If you would like to be added to the "HCMYC General" WhatsApp group please let Mike Wilkie know - contact details here.
If you would like to be added to the "HCMYC General" WhatsApp group please let Mike Wilkie know - contact details here.
Defibrillator - A reminder to members that if anyone should be unfortunate enough to have a heart attack at the club, we have a defibrillator that is kept in the race box. It is very easy to use and you are encouraged to look at a short YouTube video on its operation here so that you are prepared in the event that one of your fellow members needs it.
Roof Fund - For the latest on efforts to raise funds to replace the clubhouse roof go here.
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Updated: 25/11/2025 - Update to Home Page & Racing News.
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