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
Bank Holiday Weekend "Fun on the Water" & Barbecue - Sunday 30th August
Go Sailing -- Go Rowing -- Go Kayaking -- Go SUP'ing Go Boating and just have "Fun On The Water" Subject to the weather, Benfleet Yacht Club will be organising a "Fun on the Water" event on Sunday 30th August. The two BYC support boats will be on the water on standby. Of course, we have to conduct this in line with the UK Government regulations and guidelines More »
Published 08:05 on 12 Aug 2020
BYC Return to Dinghy Racing - Next Race "Kerry Cup" 20th September
We would like to inform members that we are now permitted to recommence Dinghy Racing at Benfleet Yacht Club: all conducted within the latest Government guidelines etc. Our next race will be the "Kerry Cup" on Sunday 20th September 2020. Race start time 14:00 hrs, and High Water 15.23 hrs. Members wishing to compete the club's dinghy racing must read the risk assessment (which can be downloaded below), More »
Published 09:40 on 6 Aug 2020
BYC "Return to Gig Rowing"
As from the 15th August , British Rowing will 'allow' mixed household crew rowing, which mean we can take the gigs out again, as long as we follow their guidelines. Please see the document available to download below. Contact Penny Lowen (Rowing Captain) for further details. More »
Published 12:02 on 25 Jul 2020
BYC Clubhouse and Bar to reopen on Saturday 4th July
We are pleased to announce the re-opening of the Benfleet Yacht Club clubhouse and bar with effect from Saturday 4 th July . We also plan to hold a complimentary " Welcome Back to BYC" Barbecue on Sunday 5 th July, starting at 02:00pm. This will be subject to the weather being suitable to allow us to use the grounds around the clubhouse to support social distancing etc. Further More »
Published 06:17 on 28 Jun 2020
Upcoming events
| Sep 20 |
CANCELLED Interclub Dinghy Tea… |
| Sep 20 |
13:00 - GOING AHEAD: Kerry Cup Dinghy…Added event ilo Interclub Dinghy Team Race. HW = 15:23. |
| September 26-27 |
MAYBE? Cruise to Gillingham Ma… |
| Oct 4 |
12:20 - 1st Winter Series Dinghy Race.… |
| Oct 10 |
MAYBE? End of Season "Chatham… |
| Oct 17 |
08:00 - Autumn Work Party (Day 1)Please bring along warm / protective clothing, gloves, hats and |
| Oct 18 |
08:00 - Autumn Work Party (Day 2)Please bring along warm / protective clothing, gloves, hats and |
| Oct 24 |
18:30 - Annual Dinner. 6:30 for 7:00pmBlack Tie and Dinner Dress Event. |
| Oct 30 |
19:30 - Cadet Halloween Party |
| Nov 1 |
10:20 - 2nd Winter Series Dinghy Race.… |
| Nov 7 |
19:00 - Fireworks and Bonfire Night |
| Nov 14 |
19:30 - Laying Up Supper |
| Nov 15 |
09:40 - 3rd Winter Series Dinghy Race.… |
| Nov 21 |
19:30 - Quiz and Chips Night |
| Nov 29 |
09:15 - 4th Winter Series Dinghy Race.… |
| Dec 4 |
19:30 - Cadet Christmas Outing + AGM (… |
| Dec 5 |
Rowing Carrow Cup |
| Dec 6 |
12:00 - Essex Yacht Club "At Home" eve…Your opportunity to visit this local club. All BYC Members |
| Dec 6 |
15:00 - Annual General Meeting (POSTPO… |
| Dec 11 |
19:30 - Christmas Carols & Mince Pies… |
Benfleet Yacht Club
Nore Race
2020
Sunday 28th 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
Open Event
Saturday 4th July
Row or Row/Sail around the entire
coast of Canvey Island:
a distance of 14.5 miles
Benfleet Yacht Club
is Open to
New Members
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We have both low cost moorings and winter lay-up facilities available. With all fees, you might keep a 29' yacht here for less than £600 per year.
