Welcoming, Open & Friendly
Rishton Reservoir, Rishton, Lancashire, BB1 4ET
Location
ELSC is situated on Rishton's 37 acre reservoir, near Blackburn with fast access from the motorway (see map). The clubhouse has changing facilities, showers, kitchen, lounge and training areas. The dinghy park is secured and we have slipways and jetties making launching quick and simple.
Cruising & Racing
We welcome anyone who enjoys sailing. Some have a preference for cruising others for racing but most enjoy both. The club runs a full season racing calendar with races every Sunday afternoon. We also have Social sailing on Wednesday evenings.
Families
ELSC is a great place for families. All children are encouraged to sail in different types of dinghy as crew or solo. Dinghy sailing literally provides a breath of fresh air while engaged in an activity that is adventurous and physically challenging. It provides that much needed break from everyday stress and switches off the 'digital' for a short time.
Ladies Who Launch
Ladies Who Launch will not be running in the 2024/25 season but we're hoping to start up again in 2025/26. This a group run by women for women which meets on Fridays, once a month, during the sailing season. The group's aim is to provide an environment where women can grow in sailing confidence and have a great time in the process.
Sailability
ELSC is an RYA Sailability Centre and a number of our members make use of our Hansa 303 access dinghy. This remarkably safe dinghy has been specifically designed for those who may find a conventional dinghy design unsuitable for their specific access needs.
Juniors
Junior sailors take part in all sailing and social activities. New Junior Members have free use of the club Optimists and Toppers for the first year and throughout the sailing season. Informal sailing sessions for juniors are held as demand arises.
The Club Members
It's the members that make any club and East Lancashire Sailing Club has an enthusiastic, friendly, good natured bunch who are always keen to welcome like-minded new members. They have diverse backgrounds, ages and levels of ability. Some like racing, some like cruising and some just like sitting and watching. Most importantly they all want to have an enjoyable and safe time sailing, hopefully in the sunshine!
The Dinghy Park
The dinghy park has space for more than 100 dinghies. Access to the water is by three concrete slipways and purpose built jetties. So, with no more wading into the water up to your waist you can at least start the day dry. Best of all the layout of the dinghy park ensures that no one is more than a few boat lengths from the water which makes launching less strenuous, faster and safer.
The Clubhouse
The clubhouse has a comfortable dry-lounge with views across the reservoir and a spacious wet-area where sailors can relax inbetween activities. There are changing facilities, showers and a well equipped kitchen (galley).
Safety
Safety at the Club is a priority at all times and we operate high speed ribs as safety boats on sailing, training and race days. On all days anyone sailing or moving near the water's edge will be wearing buoyancy aids.
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