Welcome to the website for Benfleet Yacht Club
A large and friendly club situated along the shore of Benfleet Creek, on the northern coast of Canvey Island, Essex.
Our club offers great opportunities for dinghy and cruiser sailing, plus coastal rowing. Dinghy sailing and coastal rowing mainly take place in the sheltered waters of Benfleet Creek, whilst for yacht cruising, the creek provides a gateway to the Thames Estuary and beyond. We have a large number of tidal moorings for yachts and our on-shore storage for both yachts and dinghies are second to none.
Complementing our sailing programme, we have a superb clubhouse, where the bar is open lunchtime and evenings 7 days a week, for members to meet up for a drink, a chat and a bite to eat, plus we provide an active social and entertainments programme throughout the year.
Latest news
BYC Winter Series Dinghy Racing - Commences Sunday 25th October
1st Winter - Sunday 25th October 2nd Winter - Sunday 1st November 3rd Winter - Sunday 8th November 4th Winter - Sunday 15th November 5th Winter - Sunday 6th December More »
5 Oct 2026
Island Yacht Club "At Home" event - Sunday 11th October
Time from 12:30 pm. All BYC members are invited. You're chance to visit this club on the point of Canvey Island. Complimentary finger buffet food provided. More »
14 Sep 2026
Autumn Work Party Weekend - Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th October
Many jobs to be performed - inside and outside. Please bring appropriate clothing and PPE: overalls, boots, gloves, masks etc. Start time both days at 08:00am. Finish just after midday. Pop into the bar afterwards for drink and lunch. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 12 YEARS (INCLUDING CADET MEMBERS) ARE NOT PERMITTED TO ATTEND THE WORK PARTY FOR SAFETY REASONS (agreed by General Committee). More »
5 Sep 2026
Coffee Mornings at BYC (various dates see poster)
Come along for coffee, cake and a chat. Meet up with existing friends, or make new. Cost £2.00 per person. Everyone welcome. More »
4 Sep 2026
BYC Annual Dinner - Saturday 17th October
Time 6:30 for 7:00 pm. Silver Service three course dinner provided by "Brad Simpson Events". See accompanying photos for menu choices and further details. Live music provided by the "Old Hat Duo Singers". Cost £42 per person. Dress code - Black Tie and Evening Dress. Book now open. Payment with booking required. Card payment accepted behind the bar. More »
4 Sep 2026
2027 Season Cruise Planning Evening - Friday 23rd October
Starting at 8:00pm Benfleet Yacht Club hold five or six organised cruises each year. Our cruising events are usually a great success and well attended. Typical events are: Easter weekend cruise - destination typically Queenborough Early May Bank Holiday cruise to Chatham Marina with BBQ Wine and Cheese event in Stangate Creek August Bank Holiday Cruise - destination varies to suit the tide times End of Season More »
3 Sep 2026
Upcoming events
| Oct 10 |
08:00 - Autumn Work Party weekend (Day…Many jobs to be performed - inside and outside. Please |
| Oct 11 |
08:00 - Autumn Work Party weekend (Day…Many jobs to be performed - inside and outside. Please |
| Oct 11 |
12:30 - Island Yacht Club "At Home" ev…All BYC members are invited. Light finger buffet food provided. |
| Oct 13 |
BYC Coffee Morning - from 10:3…Please see poster for further details and other planned Coffee |
| Oct 17 |
18:30 - BYC "101st" Annual Dinner (6:3…Silver Service three course dinner provided by "Brad Simpson Events". |
| Oct 23 |
20:00 - 2027 Season Cruise Planning Ev…Benfleet Yacht Club typically hold five or six organised cruises |
| Oct 25 |
10:00 - Winter Dinghy Series Race 1 -… |
| Oct 27 |
BYC Coffee Morning - from 10:3…Please see poster for further details and other planned Coffee |
| Oct 31 |
19:00 - Halloween Party - Fancy Dress,… |
| Nov 1 |
15:20 - Winter Dinghy Series Race 2 -… |
| Nov 7 |
17:00 - Fireworks and Bonfire Night at…Guy making competition. |
| Nov 8 |
10:00 - Winter Dinghy Series Race 3 -… |
| Nov 10 |
BYC Coffee Morning - from 10:3…Please see poster for further details and other planned Coffee |
| Nov 15 |
14:15 - Winter Dinghy Series Race 4 -… |
| Nov 21 |
19:00 - Laying Up Supper (07:00 for 07…BYC Laying up Supper - Time 7.00 for 7:30pm |
| Nov 24 |
BYC Coffee Morning - from 10:3…Please see poster for further details and other planned Coffee |
| Nov 26 |
19:30 - Christmas Reef MakingDetails to be advised and start time confirmed. |
| Nov 28 |
Green Caravan lunch |
| Nov 28 |
Green Caravan lunch |
| Dec 4 |
19:30 - Christmas Carols and Mince Pie…Free entry, but a donation for local charities will be |
Benfleet Yacht Club
Nore Race 2026
Open Event
Saturday 20th June
A sailboat race in the Thames Estuary, starting and finishing from Southend Pier.
Open to all classes of sailing dinghies and cruisers.
Benfleet Yacht Club
Round Canvey Race 2026
Open Event
Saturday 4th July
Row or Row/Sail around the entire
coast of Canvey Island:
a distance of 14.5 miles
For Sale and Wanted
BYC Members boats and
boating related items
for sale or wanted
Boats, Tenders, Trollies,
Electronics & Equipment
Charts etc.
Weather for Canvey Island
Tide predictions
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Monday 5 October 2026 HW 07:45 4.49mHW 20:36 4.91m |
Tuesday 6 October 2026 HW 09:30 4.66mHW 22:06 5.16m |
Wednesday 7 October 2026 HW 10:48 5.08mHW 23:17 5.53m |
Thursday 8 October 2026 HW 11:45 5.47m |
Friday 9 October 2026 HW 00:09 5.77mHW 12:30 5.71m |
