- It was a busy weekend at the yacht club with events like hot cross buns, fish pie, and an Easter bunny race. However, two members were in a car accident on their way to the club but were fortunately okay. - The club hosted visitors from another yacht club and over 40 people enjoyed the Easter Sunday meal. Members were busy preparing boats for the season. - A breakfast buffet was introduced and will now be offered regularly on Saturday mornings. The new club menu was also announced.

1. ****Poop Deck****
03.04 2018
01206 302594
waterside@colneyachtclub.org.uk
Dear Members
It was a busy weekend in the club; Friday there were Hot Cross Buns in the bar and a delicious
homemade Fish Pie in the evening. Three boats braved the chill and showers for the Saturday Easter
Bunny Race. In truth there should have been four boats but Robin and Teresa Cole had their car T-
Boned by a rogue driver on their way to the club in a nightmare hit and run incident. Fortunately,
they are both okay and we wish them all the best.
On Saturday Night we hosted a visit from West Wick Yacht Club who enjoyed the home cooking and
lovely view and over 40 people enjoyed the Easter Sunday carvery which turned into a lovely family
affair. The bar was also packed with members taking a break from fitting out not just their own
boats but also the club’s Sonatas. A big thank you to everyone who is getting involved.
The introduction of Jacqui’s Breakfast Buffet was a great success, with over 30 members enjoying a
superb full English breakfast, with tea, coffee and endless toast. Breakfasts will be a regular feature
starting on Saturday Mornings from 5th
May. Please book ahead, if possible.
Please note that the new club menu will launch officially this Thursday, 5th
April. This is a very
reasonably priced menu with something for everyone, so book now to try it out!
Opening Times
• Thursday, 5th April – Club Open 12noon – 3:00 pm for lunch.
• Friday- 6th
April -Club Open 12noon-3:00pm and 7:00-11:00pm Lunch + Evening meals
• Saturday-7th
April -Club open 12noon –6:00pm Food available before and after racing
• Sunday 8th
April- Club Open 12noon -6:00pm. Sunday Lunch available.
Please book for any meal wherever you can, by using any of the contact details below:
Emma on 01206 302594 or waterside@colneyachtclub.org.uk
Jennie on 07733015983
Jacqui on 07568757215
PLEASE NOTE THAT EMMA WILL BE OUT OF THE OFFICE FROM 3:00PM ON FRIDAY 6TH
APRIL
UNTIL TUESDAY 23RD
APRIL. TO BOOK FOR ANY EVENT OR MEAL BETWEEN THESE TIMES,
PLEASE CONTACT EITHER JACQUI OR JENNIE. WE WILL TRY OUR BEST TO FOLLOW UP ON
ANY ANSWERPHONE MESSAGES OR EMAILS SENT TO THE CLUB DIRECT, HOWEVER YOUR
MESSAGE MAY BE PASSED ONTO EMMA TO ACTION UPON HER RETURN.

2. THIS WEEKEND
Saturday 7th
April at 14:30- Cruiser Spring Series Race 1
Scarlatti will be available for members to race this weekend. Call Emma before 3:00pm on Friday to
book.
COMING UP SOON
Friday 13th
April- come and join us for a Steak Night. Two steak meals and a bottle of wine for
£29.95 per head. Booking only.
Saturday April 14th
• Spring Race 2 start 10am
Saturday 21st
April sees the first of the seasons’ Cock of the River Race, 14:30 start and Dinner
at 7:00pm. Details to follow
Saturday 28th
April 10:00 am start Spring Series Race 3
Don’t forget that Bateman’s Tower will be open during all races.
Sunday 29th
April 11:00am start Cockleshell Race 1
BOD Annual Dinner
Calling all BOD sailors, family and friends. The annual BOD dinner to kick of the 91st
Season on
the water, will take place at the Colne Yacht Club on Saturday the 28th
April. This delicious 3-
course meal will be cooked by Jacqui and Chef Tim, who is coming in especially for the
occasion. Please book online using the link provided.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfYZ5cex5mtmeWoJl71Ha2WgVxZpD bmEelR-kPrQxW_
jodPcA/viewform
Smack Preservation Society Cheese and Wine Night
Saturday 14th
April
Tickets £11.50 per head. Available from Spirals.
ALL MEMBERS OF CYC WELCOME
Ladies who Launch
Friday 20th
April
Don’t forget Ladies Who Launch Information Session at 17.00 Friday 20 April.
Please come dressed for the water. It’s not too late to sign up enjoy learning to
sail in a relaxed environment.

3. DATES FOR THE DIARY
Brightlingsea Regatta
The annual regatta will be held on the 2nd
/3rd
June 2018. This is a big event for the CYC when we
actively encourage new members to join and raise funds for the club. Volunteers will be needed to
sail Sonatas, help on the BBQ and Pimms tents and generally promote the club. More details to
follow but please put the date in your diary and be prepared to help out.
45TH
ANNUAL CADET ACTIVITY WEEK IS 23-27TH
JULY 2018.
Bookings now being taken. Please download a form from the website and send your
money in to Emma in the office.
CADET ANNUAL PARTY
As this is the 45th
year of Cadet Activity Week, we will be trying to get in touch with all former
Cadet Commodores, Flag Officers and members to encourage them to come along. Please
reach out to your family and friends to let them know the party will be on Friday 27th
July.
Hope to see you in the clubhouse soon.
Jennie and The Comms Team