Regatta Saturday offers a host of opportunities to get afloat and give sailing, powerboating, stand up paddle boarding or gig rowing a try.

Everyone is welcome and the sessions are all free so why not come on down and have a go. Just wear comfortable clothing, sensible shoes (old trainers are perfect), plenty of sun screen and if you have one a spray jacket/waterproof top. Buoyancy aids will be provided if you do not have your own.

Here’s the programme and location for each of the Saturday activities:

11.00 to 15.00 – Try Gig Rowing with Brightlingsea Coastal Rowing Club and the University Community Sailing Club – from the Town Jetty

11.00 to 15.00 – Try Paddle Boarding with Colne Yacht Club – from the Colne Yacht Club Jetty

Noon – 16.30 – Try Dinghy Sailing with Brightlingsea Sailing Club – sign up in front of the sailing club

Noon – 16.30 – Try Powerboating with Brightlingsea Sailing Club – sign up in front of the sailing club

Noon – 16.00 – Try Keelboat Sailing with the Colne Yacht Club – from the Colne Yacht Club Jetty