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 for January to June 2023 can be seen here.
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Stunning picture taken by Luke Godfrey at the Rick Pond
News for Members:
This Week: There were seven DF95s out early in the week and seven RMs on the water on Wednesday 24 May when, despite fickle winds, a good morning's sailing was enjoyed by all those present.
Congratulations to David Lindsay for a very respectable result in the DF95 Globals at Fleetwood among a truly world class field.
Congratulations to David Cole for winning the Marblehead Open meeting at Frensham Pond on 22 March.
Mike Wilkie found a useful YouTube video which gives an easily understood explanation of the basic rules of sailing - more details here.
The Sailing Programme for January to June 2023 has been circulated to all members and can also be seen here
Results for recent racing that has been possible can be found here.
Mike Stroud has been providing some topical updates on our Facebook page here en-gb.facebook.com/people/Hampton-Court-Model-Yacht-Club-Hcmyc/100063518235326/.
News for Members:
This Week: There were seven DF95s out early in the week and seven RMs on the water on Wednesday 24 May when, despite fickle winds, a good morning's sailing was enjoyed by all those present.
Congratulations to David Lindsay for a very respectable result in the DF95 Globals at Fleetwood among a truly world class field.
Congratulations to David Cole for winning the Marblehead Open meeting at Frensham Pond on 22 March.
Mike Wilkie found a useful YouTube video which gives an easily understood explanation of the basic rules of sailing - more details here.
The Sailing Programme for January to June 2023 has been circulated to all members and can also be seen here
Results for recent racing that has been possible can be found here.
Mike Stroud has been providing some topical updates on our Facebook page here en-gb.facebook.com/people/Hampton-Court-Model-Yacht-Club-Hcmyc/100063518235326/.
Good news - Historic Royal Palaces have removed some of the flag iris!
Rounds 2 and 3 of the PRACC A Class Championship
On Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd April, HCMYC hosted Rounds 2 and 3 of the PRACC A Class Championship. Once again the weather was "damp" A total of ten boats took to the water across the two days and despite fickle wind there was some good racing. Julia Hancock won both days with Barrie Martin and Peter Townsend alternating second and third spots. Details, with entry list, results and photos can be found here.
On Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd April, HCMYC hosted Rounds 2 and 3 of the PRACC A Class Championship. Once again the weather was "damp" A total of ten boats took to the water across the two days and despite fickle wind there was some good racing. Julia Hancock won both days with Barrie Martin and Peter Townsend alternating second and third spots. Details, with entry list, results and photos can be found here.
Round 2 of the 2023 M&S IOM Championship
On Sunday 26th March, HCMYC hosted Round 2 of the M&S District IOM Championship.
The weather was "damp" and the wind changeable, but twelve boats took to the water and had a very good days racing. Honours were shared around with Rob Dyer coming out top at the end of the day, followed by Nick Charles and David Cole. Results and photos can be found here.
On Sunday 26th March, HCMYC hosted Round 2 of the M&S District IOM Championship.
The weather was "damp" and the wind changeable, but twelve boats took to the water and had a very good days racing. Honours were shared around with Rob Dyer coming out top at the end of the day, followed by Nick Charles and David Cole. Results and photos can be found here.
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