Hornet SSC Weekly Dit Friday 20 February 2026
Published 10:04 on 21 Feb 2026
Ladies and Gentlemen, Winter Berthing. Will any berth holder who has temporarily repositioned their boat over the winter, please return it to their allocated berth by the end of February. The marina team plan to use many of these, nominally empty, berths for temporary berthing when launching boats so need them free. Water Issues. Water is off on the N Pontoon Steps, work is ongoing and due to be completed shortly. Colonel (rtd) Andy Platt. We are sorry to pass on the news of the sad death of Andy Platt on January 18th at age 82 after a long illness. Andy was a member of Hornet for many years and was also a senior member of the ASA , as well as former commodore of the REME yacht club. Andy was a Yachtmaster Ocean examiner instructor and sailed the Nicholson 55 yachts all over the world, being very active in the sail training programs of the JSSTC and the ASA. In his later years Andy enjoyed sailing his Cornish crabber, Lucy, from Hornet with his family and friends. The funeral will be at Thorney Island on 26th February 2026 at 3pm and afterwards at the Officers Mess. For all enquiries please contact: rowlandsfuneralservices@gmail.com Members' Update. Reminder that this will be taking place tonight at 1730 and we hope to see many of you there. Haslar Road Closure. The roadworks seem to have been completed and access is now available along all of Haslar Road. Regards, Kirstin | |
CLUB NIGHT WITH HAPPY HOUR AND TALK ON FORT GILKICKER - FRIDAY 27TH FEBRUARY We're delighted to welcome an expert from the Palmerston Forts Society, who will be giving a talk on Fort Gilkicker — a landmark we sail past so often. It's a great chance to learn more about it's fascinating history and discover what the future may hold for this unique coastal fort. He'll also have a selection of Society books available, so if you're interested in picking one up, it may be handy to bring along some cash. We are also offering our happy hour between 18:00 and 19:00, where you can enjoy half price beer, half price house wine, 20% off other wines and half price standard gin and tonic. | |
 Hornet ClubNight.pdf | |
COFFEE MORNING - TUESDAY 3RD MARCH FROM 10AM Join us for a relaxed coffee morning tasting our new coffee offering, a chance to pause, unwind and to catch up with friends. Whether you are on your own, new to the Club, want to meet up or just fancy a friendly face you will be very welcome. No need to book, just come along. | |
 Hornet Coffee Morning - Mar.pdf | |
MOTHERS' DAY LUNCH - SUNDAY 15TH MARCH Celebrate Mothers' Day in style with a delicious Sunday Carvery at the Club. Bring the family together and enjoy a relaxed afternoon filled with great food, good company, and a lovely atmosphere to make the day feel truly special. John will be serving a classic carvery with all the trimmings, along with tempting desserts to round things off beautifully. It's the perfect way to show appreciation for all the wonderful mums in our lives. Spaces tend to fill quickly, so be sure to book early and make this Mothers' Day one to remember. | |
 Mother's Day Carvery.pdf | |
BOAT JUMBLE - SUNDAY 22ND MARCH 10:00 TO 14:00 Bookings are now open for tables at the Boat Jumble. This is a great opportunity to sell any unwanted sailing, boating or water sports clothing, accessories, spare parts and more — both old and new. There will be no charge for tables, and once we receive your booking (via functions@hornetservicessailing.org.uk), we will send full event details. If you plan to bring any large items, please let us know in advance so we can allocate space appropriately. Members with just one or two items to sell are welcome to place them on the club table on the day. A club merchandise table will also be available, offering a range of Hornet-branded items including burgees. 2026 membership stickers and new style membership cards will also be available. Everyone is welcome to come along and browse for those useful sailing bits needed for the new season. There will be bacon and sausage butties on offer, along with fresh coffee from our new machine. | |
 jumble.pdf | |
CLUB NIGHT WITH HAPPY HOUR AND TALK ON THE MARY ROSE - FRIDAY 27TH MARCH We are delighted to have Sally Tyrrell from The Mary Rose Trust coming in to give us a talk on The Mary Rose at 19:30. Please join us for, what I am sure will be an interesting talk. | |
 Mary Rose talk - poster for HSS.pdf | |
EASTER CARVERY - SUNDAY 5TH APRIL We are looking forward to our Easter Day Carvery with kids Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday 5th April. Service starts at 12:00. To book your spaces, please email functions@hornetservicessailing.org.uk | |
 Easter Carvery.pdf | |
UPDATED LIFT SCHEDULES Select the links below to view the latest lift schedules: | |
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Emsworth Cruising Association 60th Anniversary Dinner/Dance Invite 2026 is the 60th Anniversary of the Emsworth Cruising Association and they are celebrating by holding a dinner/dance at Hayling Island Sailing Club on 7th March for which our members are invited to attend. During the evening, Tom Cunliffe will be speaking and the band Decades Live will be playing. More details, including how to book, are available on their website; Emsworth Cruising Association | |
 Dinner Dance Flyer v3.pdf | |
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Last updated 10:04 on 21 February 2026