A Facinating Talk by a True Sailor of the World's Oceans Stokey Woodall is a humorous speaker offering a range of interesting and informative talks all liberally laced with anecdotes and humour and presented in his own inimitable style. Stunning … Continue reading
The Work of Poole Harbour Commissioners PHC's work towards ensuring safe, efficient, enjoyable and environmentally friendly navigation, and how yacht club members can play their part. Harry first discovered a love for the sea aged six when, on holiday … Continue reading
Tim will be talking about the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust and his involvement helping the young people cope by learning the skills of sailing and working together. The Trust is for 8-17 and 18-24 year-olds, and is free to anyone … Continue reading
An Evening with Amy Sparks – Preparing for the World's Toughest Row In December, Club Member Amy Sparks and her all-female You Row Team will take on the World’s Toughest Row – an extraordinary 3,000-mile endurance challenge across the Atlantic … Continue reading
Bob was introduced to the Offshore Cruising Club in 1984, and his first trip on Overlord was a passage from Brittany to Southampton Water. He had never had an experience like this before and joined the club. After a number … Continue reading
Robert Heaton will be giving us another very interesting talk on the Maritime and Archaeological History of Poole Harbour, the coastline area of Dorset and the wider area surrounding us. Robert from Poole Maritime Trust and East Dorset Antiquarian Society … Continue reading
Chris took part in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race in the 2015-16 edition even though he had very little previous experience of sailing. He went on to become the global Communications Manager for the Clipper Race and, as Crew … Continue reading
Formal Notice of Cruising & Classic Boats Section 2026 Annual General Meeting Tuesday 8th December – 7.00pm Skylight Lounge Poole Yacht Club All welcome – Bar available Formal Notice of 2026 Annual General Meeting To Read the 2025 … Continue reading
Back by Popular Demand Tom Cunliffe is a Top International Yachtsman, Author and Wonderful Speaker and Raconteur Tom is the consummate nautical story teller whose experience and knowledge he delights in relaying to boaters and others. He is the author … Continue reading
Harbours and Heroes is the story of a love affair with sailing which gradually developed into a vivid exploration of the history of Europe through its coastlines. From early on in his sailing career Rodney Lord found himself learning not … Continue reading
