Don’t miss out on this major Royal Forth Yacht Club event this weekend … the Platinum Jubilee Parade of Sail
On the afternoon of Saturday 4th June, Wardie Bay will be filled with the Royal Forth armada of boats. To those members who haven’t signed up so far, don’t miss out on this unique occasion. To all our neighbours, do join in for what will be a fun afternoon both on the water and shore side.
RFYC seeks to create a colourful spectacle, inviting all boat owners to sail a short downwind course across Wardie Bay flying either a spinnaker or goose winged. For motor boats, the flying of flags is encouraged.
Depending on the wind direction, it involves sailing a short course from near the mouth of the harbour to Newhaven or the opposite direction.
We start from 2.30pm, when the launch commences, and the Parade begins at 4.00pm.
Throughout, within the club, our new BBQ will be fired up and the bar will be open. So, whether taking part or spectating, don’t miss out! We will be capturing the event with drone footage.
Every boat taking part will be entered into a Jubilee prize draw with a chance to win a sought after prize!
Follow the link below for more event info and it would be helpful if members could register your boat to take part:
A variety of entertainment events are being held for the Winchburgh community this weekend (Saturday, May 21).
Organised by the Winchburgh Community Development Trust, the village is set to be a muster stop for the flotilla as part of celebrations to mark the 200th anniversary of the Union Canal opening.
Around 26 boats and vessels will muster at Winchburgh on Saturday for the Flotilla 200 which will see two separate fleets sail from Edinburgh and the Falkirk Wheel to meet at Linlithgow on the complete 31.5 mile route.
The Farmers’ Market, the second organised by the Winchburgh Community Development Trust, has been moved to the grounds of Winchburgh Church, close to bridge 32 on the canal to help mark this occasion.
Winchburgh’s very own artist-in-residence, Gill White, will be present to help residents express their creative side. Further entertainment includes face painting, music and dance performances.
The market will feature a number of stalls selling local produce from local game, fruit and vegetables to house interiors and wax melts.
The Flotilla 200 has been organised by Scottish Waterways for All and Scottish Canals, with various musters point along the route. The Winchburgh muster has been organised by the Winchburgh Community Development Trust with support from the Winchburgh Developments Ltd.
The fleet mustering at Winchburgh is due to arrive between 1pm and 2pm on Saturday 21st May.
Leigh Lauder, Development and Engagement Officer, Winchburgh Community Development Trust, said: “We hope the people of Winchburgh will join the flotilla celebrations and as part of this, we are really excited to be hosting our second Farmers’ Market and welcome groups who will be entertaining people with their performances.”
The flotilla mustering at Winchburgh will be led by a wide beam canal boat, the Panacea from The Sorted Project, a charity that supports men and women in recovery from substance use and mental health.
Stuart Rennie, spokesperson for Scottish Waterways for All, said:“It is wonderful that the Winchburgh community will be able to play its part and enjoy Flotilla 200.
“We would like to thank Winchburgh Community Development Trust and Winchburgh Developments Ltd for all their help in bringing this to fruition and helping us all celebrate this important anniversary in the canal’s history.
“It’s a fine example of how volunteer groups, local communities and businesses can work together to everyone’s benefit.”
Penny Lochhead, Community Sports and Greenspace Manager, Winchburgh Developments Ltd, said: “This is a historic occasion for both the Union Canal as well as Winchburgh, and one we are thrilled to support.
“We would like to encourage all residents to join in the celebrations and enjoy the Farmers’ Market, while seeing the fleet of decorated vessels for themselves.”
