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
RYA Dinghy & Watersport Show at Farnborough - 21 & 22 February
The must-see sailing and watersports event of the year returns to Farnborough International on 21-22 February 2026 Featuring dinghy sailing, windsurfing, wingsurfing, foiling and paddleboarding, however you like to get afloat, we've got you covered. Join us for interactive family fun, watersports displays and demos, live coaching sessions, hundreds of boats and the biggest names in marine retail all under one roof. More »
24 Jan 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 »
7 Jan 2026
Quiz Night at BYC - Saturday 17th January CANCELLED
THIS EVENT IS NOW UNFORTUNATELY CANCELLED Form your own team in advance (maximum of 8 persons), or join one on the night. Start time 07:30pm. Prizes for the winning teams. Free entry and complimentary finger buffet. No need to book. Guests are also welcome. More »
4 Jan 2026
"All About Rigging" Presentation & demonstration by DRS Rigging - Sunday 25th January
Dave Nichols from "DRS Rigging" will be coming to Benfleet Yacht Club to explain, present and discuss all aspects of yacht rigging . Start time: 10:30am. More »
3 Jan 2026
Burns Night Celebration Supper - Saturday 31st January
FRIENDS AND FAMILY WELCOME Time 07:00 for 07:30pm. Piper: Paul Young. Master of Ceremonies Andrew: MacFarlane Catering: Silver service three course meal - please see accompanying pictures for further details and menu Cost: £32 per person. Book behind bar now open (please pay when booking - card payments accepted). Complimentary Dram of Malt Whisky provided. Dress code: Black Tie (dinner suit) and evening dress. More »
2 Jan 2026
BYC Sailing and Prizegiving Supper - Saturday 28th February
Celebrate achievement and participation, or just come along for the social and supper Time: 07:00 for7:30pm Please see accompanying pictures for menu choices and further details. Cost, adults £22 and Cadets £20 per person. Please note variation to date from that published in the printed "Entertainments Card" (was 14th February) More »
1 Jan 2026
Upcoming events
| Jan 31 |
19:30 - Burns Night SupperTime 07:30 pm. Please see accompanying pictures for further |
| Feb 1 |
10:30 - Formidable February Dinghy Rac… |
| February 21-22 |
Dinghy and Watersports Show at…The must-see sailing and watersports event |
| Feb 28 |
19:00 - Sailing and Rowing Prizegiving…Celebrate achievement and participation, or just come along for the |
| Mar 7 |
19:30 - CCS Prizegiving Supper at Benf…Presentation of all CCS cruiser racing trophies and prizes. Further |
| Mar 8 |
14:30 - BYC Paper Boat Race (from 14:3… |
| Mar 13 |
20:00 - Alexandra Yacht Club "At Home"All BYC members invited. Timing to be confirmed. |
| Mar 21 |
08:00 - Spring Work Party Weekend (Day…Many jobs to be performed - inside and outside. Please |
| Mar 22 |
08:00 - Spring Work Party Weekend (Day…Many jobs to be performed - inside and outside. Please |
| Mar 22 |
12:15 - Leigh on Sea At Home event - S…All members of Benfleet Yacht Club invited. |
| Mar 28 |
19:00 - Fitting Out Supper (7:00 for 7…Time: 7:00pm for 7:30pm See accompanying poster for menu |
| Mar 29 |
09:15 - Dinghy Spring Series Race 1 -… |
| Apr 3 |
12:00 - Green Caravan Easter Dinner |
| Apr 5 |
14:00 - Dinghy Spring Series Race 2 -… |
| Apr 6 |
13:00 - Easter Fun (on the land) DayStarting at 1:00pm in the Wet Bar Easter |
| Apr 6 |
13:00 - Easter Fun on the Land. 1:00 t…Starting at 1:00pm in the Wet Bar |
| Apr 19 |
13:00 - Dinghy Spring Series Race 3 -… |
| Apr 26 |
11:30 - Wakering Yacht Club "At Home"Time to be confirmed. All BYC members are invited. |
| May 1 |
20:00 - Benfleet Yacht Club "At Home"…All BYC members invited. Complimentary light buffet food provided. Your |
| May 2-4 |
Easter Shakedown Cruise to Que… |
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.
Tide predictions
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Tuesday 27 January 2026 HW 05:50 5.29mHW 18:36 4.88m |
Wednesday 28 January 2026 HW 06:57 5.07mHW 19:52 4.71m |
Thursday 29 January 2026 HW 08:22 4.95mHW 21:19 4.73m |
Friday 30 January 2026 HW 09:47 5.05mHW 22:38 4.96m |
Saturday 31 January 2026 HW 11:00 5.32mHW 23:40 5.26m |
