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Blithfield Reservoir is situated in some of Staffordshires most beautiful countryside. The 790 acre reservoir was opened in 1952 and much of the surrounding woodland is a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Our sailing club offers at least 120 acres of clean water, 180 for open meetings and 300 during the winter months. Complete beginners, both junior and adult, are equally catered for along with experienced dinghy racers and sailboarders. Blithfield offers a comprehensive training programme and has excellent fleet racing. Your comments and questions are appreciated!

Recreational Sailing

There is plenty of room for cruising and if you are new to the sport training is available. The club owns several training dinghies, - excellent craft for introducing complete beginners to sailing.

Sailboards

Sailboards are encouraged, with the open waters of the reservoir allowing exciting sailing in windier conditions. Some training boards are available.

Racing

Racing is run throughout the year and features both class racing for Osprey, RS fleet, Merlin Rocket, Laser, Phantom, and a General Handicap fleet, including catamarans (for boats above PN 864). The racing caters for a wide range of abilities - a Personal Handicap series assists the less experienced whilst the class racing and regular Open Meetings offer competition at the very highest level.

Winter Sailing

Blithfield offers Winter membership at £54 per boat, valid from 1st November to 31st March, for those wishing to sail inland during the cold weather.