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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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The First Round of the 2026 DF95 Met & Southern Travellers Trophy Monday 20th April
On Monday 20 April we hosted the First Round of the 2026 DF95 Met & Southern Travellers Trophy. There was lovely wind and sun all day and 13 boats took to the water. 12 races were completed, with final honours going to Nigel Barrow from Datchet RSC with Julia Hancock from the home club coming in second. Thanks go to all involved in helping to run the event. Full details and entries can be seen here and results here.
On Monday 20 April we hosted the First Round of the 2026 DF95 Met & Southern Travellers Trophy. There was lovely wind and sun all day and 13 boats took to the water. 12 races were completed, with final honours going to Nigel Barrow from Datchet RSC with Julia Hancock from the home club coming in second. Thanks go to all involved in helping to run the event. Full details and entries can be seen here and results here.
M&S IOM District Champs R2 - Open Charity Event
SUNDAY 22 MARCH 2026
On Sunday 22 March we hosted our annual charity IOM open meeting, postponed from January, which was also Round 2 of the M&S District IOM Championship. Eventually eleven boats came to the line, despite fears of lack of wind, and a light breeze enabled a full days racing and over £250 was raised for our chosen charity. Full details, results and report can be seen here.
SUNDAY 22 MARCH 2026
On Sunday 22 March we hosted our annual charity IOM open meeting, postponed from January, which was also Round 2 of the M&S District IOM Championship. Eventually eleven boats came to the line, despite fears of lack of wind, and a light breeze enabled a full days racing and over £250 was raised for our chosen charity. Full details, results and report can be seen here.
News for Members:
Sailing Conditions and Programme
Unfortunately, we now (26/06/2026) have significant weed in the Rick Pond, so the racing programme is suspended. Once it looks as though sailing can resume, the Secretary will publish a programme for the remainder of the 3rd Quarter. Whilst sailing is suspended the opportunity may be taken to do some maintenance tasks - so watch this space!
Unfortunately, we now (26/06/2026) have significant weed in the Rick Pond, so the racing programme is suspended. Once it looks as though sailing can resume, the Secretary will publish a programme for the remainder of the 3rd Quarter. Whilst sailing is suspended the opportunity may be taken to do some maintenance tasks - so watch this space!
Results
David Cole unfortunately had to stop doing the results and Slieve McGalliard has kindly taken over. All available results can now be found under Racing Programme and Results.
David Cole unfortunately had to stop doing the results and Slieve McGalliard has kindly taken over. All available results can now be found under Racing Programme and Results.
Try Something New
Why not try something new - Mike Stroud and Colin Boulding have given all the club boats a once over so they are all ready to go! We have IOM, Marblehead and A Boat in addition to DF95, so why not dip your toe in the water and have a go with a different class of boat! Pictured here is the Venom A Boat - these are great to sail and look lovely on the water.
Why not try something new - Mike Stroud and Colin Boulding have given all the club boats a once over so they are all ready to go! We have IOM, Marblehead and A Boat in addition to DF95, so why not dip your toe in the water and have a go with a different class of boat! Pictured here is the Venom A Boat - these are great to sail and look lovely on the water.
IOM Nationals
The IOM Nationals were held at Datchet over the Easter weekend and a good report can be found here. HCMYC were represented by Julia Hancock who put in a creditable performance in what were obviously very difficult conditions.
The IOM Nationals were held at Datchet over the Easter weekend and a good report can be found here. HCMYC were represented by Julia Hancock who put in a creditable performance in what were obviously very difficult conditions.
Charity IOM Event & M&S IOM District Championship R2
On Sunday 22 March we hosted our annual Charity IOM open meeting, postponed from January, which was also Round 2 of the M&S IOM District Championship. Eventually eleven boats took part and we raised over £250 for our charity. Full details with results and report are here.
On Sunday 22 March we hosted our annual Charity IOM open meeting, postponed from January, which was also Round 2 of the M&S IOM District Championship. Eventually eleven boats took part and we raised over £250 for our charity. Full details with results and report are here.
MYA Promotional Video
The MYA promotional video can be seen here.
The MYA promotional video can be seen 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: 26/06/2026 - Update to Home Page & Results.