Hornet SSC Weekly Dit Friday 13 November 2026

Remembrance Service & Lunch

Thank you to everyone who attended the Coastal Forces Remembrance Service at the Club last Sunday. 

It was a moving and respectful occasion as members, guest and visitors came together to remember and honour those who have given their lives in service to our country. The strong turnout reflected the deep respect and gratitude shared throughout our Club community.

We were pleased to be joined by Medusa and MGB81, whose presence helped make the service especially meaningful. We would also like to thank the Sea Cadets for their participation. Their involvement added a special poignancy to the proceedings.

Thank you to everyone who took part, observed the silence, laid wreaths, and helped ensure the occasion was conducted with the respect it deserves.

Credit: Rob White - Maritime Films UK

RNLI

With many thanks to all those who supported the RNLI on Saturday. They raised £376.75 through purchases at the Club and an additional £12.75 in donations. 

For anyone who missed them, they will be here again from 1800 this evening (13th November). 

Cheese & Wine Tasting

Club Night - Friday 27th November 1830-2030

Join us for an evening of cheese and wine tasting at our Members monthly Club Night. 

Begin the evening with a glass of fizz, followed by a tutored tasting of three white and three red wines. Accompanied by a selection of cheeses and nibbles.

Wines will include the four new wines joining the Bar wine list this month: Viognier, Vinho Verde, Cermenere and Primitivo.

£15pp, includes all cheese & wine. 

To book, please email functions@hornetservicessailing.org.uk

Updates & Reminders

- This evening (13th), there will be usual galley service until 2000. There will be no orders taken after this time as the galley team will be catering for a function. 

- Tomorrow evening (14th) there will be no evening galley service as the galley team will be catering for the Club's Race & Rally Awards Dinner.

- From Sunday 15th November, the bar will be closing from 1430 for our winter hours.

- Please note, the office will not be manned on Monday 30th November when I am on leave. 

- Full refurbishment to the heads is underway and the accessible cubicle remains open, plus there are 6 portaloos at the side of the mast shed and a further 2 at the back of the clubhouse. JSASTC showers are available for use by members Monday-Thursday 1700-2100 and Friday 1300-2100. This Saturday 1200-1800. 

- The Christmas Closure period will be from Saturday 19th December until Monday 4th January. This will not affect boat access. Additionally, the Bar & Galley will remain closed until Saturday 9th January to allow time for maintenance and staff training, although the Clubhouse Office and Marina Team will be available during this week as required.  

Christmas Ball - Saturday 12th December 1830

Booking is now open to all members and guests for the Club's annual Christmas Ball.

Join us from 1830 for drinks on arrival, followed by a delicious three course dinner and a glamorous evening of entertainment with a masquerade theme.

They'll be live music during dinner, as well as a magician to keep everyone entertained. After dinner, they'll be a disco for those wanting a more lively atmosphere. 

Dress: Black tie. Masquerade encouraged for those wanting to embrace the theme. 

Carriages: 2330

To book, please complete a booking form per person below:

12th December 2026 HSSC Christmas Ball Booking Form  – Fill in form

Details, including the menu in the images below. Booking opens to all others members and guests on 6th November. 

Army Offshore Sailing Centre - 2027 Course Program

Please find below the ASA’s course program and Forecast of Events for the 2027 season. Although a small membership fee is required for insurance purposes, they do welcome all Hornet members to our courses. A QR code with information on membership can be found at the bottom of the program.

Marina

A polite reminder that when the cones are out in the 30 minute parking bays, this is because the space is used as a turning circle by the Marina team. Please speak to the Marina team before moving the cones so no delays are caused to the lifting schedule. 

For our most up to date lift schedules, please click the links below:

Further Dates for Diaries

• 18th December - Christmas Draw and Staff Drinks
• 19th December until 4th January - Christmas Closure 
• 9th January - Bar & Galley re-opens
• 23rd January - Burns Night