Hornet SSC Weekly Dit Friday 5 December 2025
Published 23:43 on 5 Dec 2025
Ladies and Gentlemen, We have a busy week ahead at the Club, with many members enjoying their Christmas lunches in the clubhouse. With our Christmas Ball on 13 December and Staff Drinks on 19 December, the clubhouse has a fantastic festive atmosphere. Please come along, get involved, and enjoy the season with us. Tonight's RIN Talk has been postponed; a new date will be arranged in the New Year, and we will share details once confirmed. The marina remains fully operational as usual. If you wish to lift your boat, please submit a Lift Request Form to secure your preferred dates for the New Year. Enjoy the weekend. Brian | ||
Security Reminder Please continue to use the updated Visitor Notification Form, as required by site security. The form is available on our website under the Downloadable Forms section of the member portal. Guests must bring acceptable photo ID only a Driving Licence, Passport or MOD90 will be accepted. | ||
Staff Fund In recognition of the hard work our Clubhouse and Marina staff put in throughout the year, we will once again be organizing a Staff Fund, which will be shared amongst all staff members. This is a wonderful opportunity to show your appreciation for their efforts. If you would like to contribute, please make a bank transfer to the Club account, using Staff Fund and your surname as the reference. Account Details are HSSC Ltd 30-98-97 45697963. The cut-off date for contributions is 30th December. Thank you for your generosity and support | ||
Club Closure Notice We would like to inform members that the Bar and Galley will be closed from 3rd to 9th January 2026 while we carry out exciting upgrades. These improvements are designed to enhance your experience and ensure the Club continues to offer the best possible service. The Bar and Galley will reopen on 10th January, and we look forward to welcoming you back to enjoy the refreshed facilities. Further details about the changes will be shared in the coming weeks including the bar relaunch. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we make these enhancements. | ||
Hornet Racing & Cruising Committee We are looking for a few willing members to join our Hornet Racing Committee and Hornet Cruising Committee. In order to grow and develop our incredibly successful racing and cruising programmes into 2026; increasing participation and introducing new events. The committee will be chaired by Rear Commodore (Sailing), on behalf of the Full Committee and will have responsibility for the planning of the racing and cruising calendar, facilitating events, preparing sailing and racing instructions, engagement with Service Sailing Associations and other clubs. If you've got ideas, experience, or just want to be part of the action, we would be grateful to have you aboard, if you would be interested in volunteering, please express which committee you would like to be part of (Racing or Cruising) contact Paul Anderson paul.anderson@hornetservicessailing.org.uk | ||
Updated Lift Schedule Select the links below to view the latest lift schedule: | ||
Found - Miniature Medal If you have lost a miniature medal in or around the clubhouse then please contact the office. | ||
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HMS Medusa Visits We are pleased that HMS Medusa is currently moored up in our marina following their presence at our recent Remembrance Service. The Medusa trust team are offering members onboard tours and if you would like to take them up on this offer please email admin@hornetservicessailing.org.uk so we can pass your details on. | ||
Important Update - RIN/NCI Talk and Supper Were sorry to let you know that the talk scheduled for this evening has been cancelled. We hope to reorganise it in the New Year and will share details as soon as they are confirmed. | ||
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Christmas Staff Drinks and Raffle Friday 19th December Join us for a festive lunch to say thank you to our amazing staff for all their hard work this year! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with a buffet and drinks, and take part in our Christmas Draw for a chance to win some fantastic prizes:
Tickets are just £1 each and are available from the bar. Don't miss this opportunity to dust off the Christmas jumpers to celebrate together and show your appreciation! | ||
Join Us for a Traditional Burns Night Celebration on 24th January! Join us for an evening of Scottish tradition and camaraderie as we honour the life and works of Robert Burns. Enjoy a specially curated dinner, great company, and a warm atmosphere in true Burns Night spirit. This event is always a favourite, so we encourage early booking to secure your place using the link below. Full member reservations are open until 19th December, after which booking will be available to all other members. We look forward to celebrating this special evening with you! | ||
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Visit our website to view the HSSC Calendar Please note that even if a private function is underway then Hornet Members will always be welcome to use your Clubhouse and Bar. December 2025
Key Club Dates for 2026 Were delighted to share that the key dates for next year are now available as a flyer in the foyer—please feel free to pick one up when you next visit. It includes Clubhouse events, Hornet sailing rallies and races for 2026, so you can start planning ahead and mark your diaries early. The website will be updated soon, and as always, details of each event will be published in 'The Dit' and displayed on posters in the Club closer to the time. We look forward to seeing you at these events and making 2026 a fantastic year together! |
Last updated 23:43 on 5 December 2025