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Wanderer Scotland 2025

    Wanderer Scotland – Tighnabruaich  Sat 16 – Mon 19th May Tighnabruaich Sailing School, Carry Farm, Tighnabruaich PA21 2AH Join for us three days sailing in probably the best dinghy cruising locations in the British Isles. Last year, we had three days of glorious sunshine with gentle breezes making for perfect dinghy cruising conditions. The Sailing School is situated on the Kyles of Bute at Carry Farm on the remote Ardlamont peninsula four miles south of Tighnabruaich.  The Kyles which surround the Isle of Bute separating it from the mainland are one of the most scenic areas in Scotland. Sailing Plans Each day depending on the weather we plan sailing to a beach for a picnic lunch.   From Carry Farm, we can sail in three different directions: North up the West Kyle to Tighnabruaich to the secret harbour at Caladh and then up Loch Riddon or alternatively down

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Wanderer North 2025 (Derwentwater)

Wanderer North – Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September 2025 Derwentwater Marina, Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RF Enjoy two days late summer sailing on Derwentwater, one of the Lake District’s most iconic lakes. Overlooked by Skiddaw with the Cats Bell ridge to the west the scenery is simply stunning. We will be based at Derwentwater Marina at the north end of the lake. Each day we hope to sail to a beach for a picnic lunch. Alternatively, there are beaches with a café or pub nearby which we can walk to. We may try an informal race using the lake’s islands as markers. Booking for your boat is through the Marina’s website. The cost for 2 days sailing and boat storage overnight on Friday and Sunday night is £70. For one day the fee is £35. Contact info@derwentwatermarina.co.uk Once booked, please also fill in our (free) participation form to let

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Cobnor Cruising and Coaching

CRUISING Sailors returning to the rural tranquility and natural beauty of Cobnor Point will be well accustomed to the arrangements for camping and cruising.  After a year’s absence, we are delighted to be welcomed back to the Cobnor Estate by the new manager Holly Baker and owner Diana Beale. Hot showers will now be provided. We have the full week from Sunday September 1st to Sunday September 8th with exclusive use of the site to camp and sail for any or all of the days. Tides are favourable for day cruising.  Cruising will take place each day, Monday to Saturday, on the principle of cruising-in-company (with free sailing on either Sunday), subject to the weather and preference. As there will be no support boat sailors should be competent and equipped to sail independently in marine conditions. We will start with a briefing at 10 am to be on the water

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Wanderer Scotland 2024

Wanderer Scotland Saturday 18th – Monday 20th May 2024 INFORMATION The first ever event of the Wanderer Class Owners’ Association to be held in Scotland will be at Tighnabruaich on the Kyles of Bute: sheltered coastal waters and stunning scenery. Based at Tighnabruaich Sailing School, Carry Farm, 3 miles south of the village. On site camping overlooking the shore, space for motorhomes and three lodges available to hire + other nearby accommodation options. Boats can be left on site before and after the weekend, if combining the event with a longer holiday in Scotland. Apart from sailing, enjoy walking, historic houses, local crafts, an indoor swimming pool and breath-taking views. A three day event: arrive Friday 17 th May; cruises with safety boat escort on Saturday 18th, Sunday 19th and Monday 20th. Possible passages include north to Tighnabruaich itself and the secret anchorage at Caladh, across the Kyle to Ettrick Bay on the Isle

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