As you know this weekend is the RNLI 24 Hour Race.

There are a number of members (mostly junior) who would like to take part but we need a couple more sailors to be able to make up the extra team, probably in a double hander.

If you have not let me know yet about wanting to take part then please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

It would be fantastic to get as many people involved as possible so please if you can, even if only for some of the eventlet me know

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Gareth

Paxton Lakes Sailing Club would like to invite you to join in the 39th running of our annual 24-hour race to be held on the 11th and 12th July 2009. This race is held every year to raise much-needed funds for the R.N.L.I. Money is raised by sponsorship either as a total or on a per lap basis. To date we have managed to raise over £50,000, which has been used for many things including buying a new engine for an Atlantic 21 Lifeboat stationed at Great Yarmouth.

The sailing club has a good sheltered sailing area with two islands and plenty of grounds for camping and caravanning. It is an ideal adventure opportunity. Camping and sailing in the dark, without the risk of getting lost, for youngsters up to the age of 70+.

There will be cooked meals available throughout the event, including a BBQ and party on the Saturday night.

The race will be held under the ISAF rules, RYA rules and PLSC instructions. Boats are restricted to a mono-hull design with a maximum length of 17’6” and an official PY handicap or club handicap. It is a team race where teams typically vary from three or four for a single-handed dinghy up to say ten for a double-handed dinghy. Race duties, such as time keeping and safety boat, are carried out by team members.

This year we are once again including a Juniors Race within the main Event. This will be for teams whose members are aged 18 years and under. This is a great opportunity for youngsters to experience the fun of night sailing.

For any club members not already in a team and would like to take part or just know more please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

If you are planning a team, please let me know asap so we can plan the catering.  This year is looking like a bumper year with a number for teams already pre-entered.

Any more information that anyone needs please get in touch with me. 

For those taking part or friends who would like to donate please use the page we have set up on Just Giving.

There are also now pages for the PLSC Kestrel Team and  PLSC Solo Team

PLSC Solo Team sponsor page click here

PLSC Kestrel Team sponsor page click here

Thanks Gareth

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