Early morning rescue at Rochester CC
Known to many on the river, Chris Murr spends time on his boat at Rochester Cruising Club. While on deck on Friday morning 25 August about 5am, he thought he saw a seal making...
Planning application to restrict access to the water at Harty Ferry – REJECTED!
Kent County Council has applied to “stop up” the road leading to the old ferry hard at Harty Ferry (Sheppey side) except for access by foot. This would make it impossible to launch small...
No Take Zone Swim Challenge, Sun 30 July
A swimming challenge to raise awareness of the “No Take Zones” (NTZ) will be taking place on Sunday 30 July between 08:00 and 10:00. “The Wild Swimming Brothers” recently launched their “No Take Zone...
Swale Smack & Barge Match, 29 July 2023
Medway and Swale boaters are welcome to watch the race from the sidelines. NOTE: the Swale Match is for traditional sailing craft (principally sailing barges and smacks) and is not to be confused with...
Reminders from Medway VTS (VHF channel 74)
Race officers, as well as phoning Medway VTS on 0151 949 6650 to advise on their race schedule on the day of racing, should also listen out on Channel 74 to pick up information...
Solo yachtsman missing in Jester Challenge race
Duncan Lougee, a yacht broker at Clarke & Carter, and is missing participating in the Jester Challenge. A 25ft yacht which disappeared whilst sailing from the UK’s south coast to Ireland as part of...
Admiral’s Cruise, 1 & 2 July 2023
The Mayor of Medway (previously Rochester) has been officially the Admiral of the River since ancient times. After a couple of years’ break for Covid, the Admiral’s annual cruise organised by Rochester Cruising Club...
Swale Regatta, 8+9 July
This friendly racing regatta is a great opportunity for sailors to experience racing without the stress of a highly competitive environment. The regatta is completely free and takes place over two days along the...
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