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Try Sailing at Horning Sailing Club as part of the Horning Boat Show 2026

by Holly Hancock 27 Apr 11:05 BST 2 May 2026
Discover Sailing day at Horning © Holly Hancock

Horning Sailing Club, based in the heart of the Norfolk Broads, will be holding a Try Sailing Day as part of the Horning Boat Show on Saturday, 2nd May from 10am-4pm. It is a brilliant opportunity to try sailing on the beautiful Norfolk Broads and to enjoy the thrill of being on the water.

The Club is situated on the bend of the River Bure opposite the Swan Inn and the Club will be providing taster sessions in a variety of boats, suitable for all the family from 10am-4pm. No sailing experience is required, and tasters will be available for all (under-14s must be accompanied) for a minimum donation of £5 per person.

Buoyancy aids are provided, so please wear suitable clothing (layers, along with non-slip footwear - not flip-flops, high heels or wellington boots - and come and get on the water with one of our experienced volunteer sailors.

BBQ and refreshments will be available for sale and you are also very welcome to come to the Island and see the Club's facilities.

HSC is a family friendly club which runs a variety of events during the year, from racing on Sundays (from March through to October) to the nationally famous Three Rivers Race. It is also an RYA Recognised Training Centre, running sail training for children and adults on Thursday evenings from May to September and powerboat training.

Feedback from the last event in 2024 included: "What a fantastic opportunity - the children were very nervous but they were soon put at ease. It was a fabulous experience and they were so excited. Brilliant crew. Thank you", whilst another family added, "Such a friendly club! We lived our Swallows and Amazons dreams. We'll be back!"

Come and see for yourself this Saturday, 2nd May.

For more information about Horning Sailing Club visit www.horning-sailing.club and the Discover Sailing Day at www.horningboatshow.com

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