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  Club re-opening on Sunday 23 Nov 25

  We are glad to report the club is re-opening on Sunday 23 Nov 25. This follows the recent rainfall and the pumping from Exebridge to Wimbleball from the 1st November. Levels are very nearly 40%, a rapid increase in the last couple of weeks. I'm sure by Sunday we will be back onto the concrete slipway which will enable the Multimover to be used. Thank you for bearing with us.  Winter membership is

  Published 2:06pm on 20 Nov 2025

• Winter Memberships Available

  Contact us for a winter membership until 31 Mar 2026. Prices include a berth (subject to availability) and we have a race programme through the winter.  Email: membership.wimbleball@gmail.com

  Published 11:02pm on 13 Nov 2025

• Reservoir levels and adjournment to sailing

  Due to the low water level at Wimbleball reservoir, sailing is currently adjourned. We are close to reaching a point where rainfall and pumping from the River Exe will start to increase levels.  Current level is reported to be 26% (as of 19 October); 40% is our rough target level to resume sailing. See the link to see the current level: Wimbleball level

  Published 8:27am on 30 Oct 2025

• Dinghy Sailing - Taster Sessions

  Not sure if sailing is for you or not? We can offer you a morning or afternoon session out on a dinghy with one of our experienced club members. Interested? Simply contact Deb Ryles at learn2sailwsc@gmail.com to arrange a date (£30). PLEASE NOTE, we are currently unable to offer a Taster Session, as the water level is below the minimum required for launching and recovery.

  Published 8:20am on 2 Aug 2025

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  Exmoor Beastie 2025 Race Report

  The 2025 Exmoor Beastie took place on Sunday 23rd March at Wimbleball Sailing Club, in the beautiful surroundings of the Exmoor National Park. Awaiting the competitors from 10 visiting clubs was the traditional 3-hour pursuit starting at noon.  We are grateful, once again, to our long-term sponsor, the award-winning Exmoor Ale brewery in nearby Wiveliscombe for providing an excellent selection of beer as prizes to keep our competitors highly motivated!   

  Published 10:31am on 26 Mar 2025

• 2023/24 Prizegiving

  The club prizegiving was held on February 28th at The Cosy Club in Taunton. Many thanks to Dave Stockton for making the arrangements and to everyone who attended. It was an enjoyable evening as we celebrated some awards being presented and had a good natter! We also recognised the importance of the volunteering effort to keep the club running and expressed our gratitude to all involved. With the endless opportunities available to families

  Published 4:58pm on 6 Mar 2025

• Sailing update - Spring 2025

  Dear members, Spring is upon us and it's been a beautiful week so far. Whilst some of you have been actively sailing this winter, either at the club or further afield at winter events, I'm hoping there are many more members who will some join us soon for some regular sailing.  If you are not sure what we offer at the sailing club please get in touch. From recent conversations it seems that

  Published 5:55pm on 5 Mar 2025

• RYA & Osprey Training Courses

  Bookings for Osprey weeks (8-18 yo) and adult sail training weekends are now open. Osprey weeks will take place during half term and the school summer holidays. Adult courses run for two consecutive weekends in May, July and September. To book, click the RYA & Osprey Training Courses tab.

  Published 8:04am on 23 Jan 2025

• Biosecurity Steps

  WSC is working closely with South West Lakes to try to stop the lake becoming a new breeding ground for any invasive species. As a result, we are asking all our members, visitors and guests to help us by carrying out some simple biosecurity steps. Many thanks.

  Published 11:46am on 15 Dec 2023