Bassenthwaite Sailing Club 2026 season preview
by Paul Allen 24 Feb 19:07 GMT
RS Tera North Open Training at Bassenthwaite © Chris Pickles
The 2026 season is just a few weeks away, and we're gearing up for one of our most exciting years yet. With a full calendar of open meetings, family weekends, and major championships, there's something for every sailor.
Mirror Spring Championship - Easter Bank Holiday. We're delighted to host the inaugural Mirror Spring Championship, sponsored by Ginger Boats. Held over the first club camping weekend during the Easter bank holiday, this promises to be a fun, family-friendly start to the season. Once again, the inflatable Catapults will be joining us on the the early May Bank Holiday weekend.
RYA North West Junior Traveller Series. June 13-14, brings two days of junior racing as we welcome back the ever-popular RYA North West Junior Traveller Series, a highlight for young sailors across the region.
FF15 & GP14 Combined Open Meeting. July 18-19, two of our strongest club fleets, the Flying Fifteen and GP14, team up for a combined open meeting, once again sponsored by Impact Marine, sail makers and manufacturers of marine products.
Navigators & General Bass Week - Starts 1 August. Our famous Bass Week returns with a new sponsor, Navigators & General Insurance. This nine-day family regatta is a must-do event, offering racing for all ages and legendary socials. Entry opens on 1 April, and campervan/motorhome spaces usually sell out quickly.
Feva, Tera & Optimist Open Meeting - September 5-6. Just before the school term begins, we launch a brand-new combined open meeting for Fevas, Teras, and Optimists, a great way to round off the summer.
Great North Asymmetric Challenge - Season Finale. We close the year in style with the Great North Asymmetric Challenge on September 19-20, a staple of the northern sailing calendar and proudly sponsored once again by Trident UK chandlers.
All events are camping weekends, giving visitors the chance to stay on site and enjoy stunning views of Skiddaw, hopefully with a bit of Lake District sunshine and favourable winds.
For online entry, visit webcollect.org.uk/bass-sc or check the club website for full details.