Hornet SSC Weekly Dit Friday 7 August 2026

Hornet member Henry Wootton, and his Cape George 36 class cutter Privateer, have now left Hornet to participate in GGR2026 starting soon from Sables D'olonne. 

The Golden Globe Race is a 4-yearly re-enactment of the famous original 1968 race (which Robin Knox Johnson was the winner on Suhaili). Yachts must be of a 'traditional' type (no carbon, Kevlar, or bolt-on fin keels!). No modern electronics or naaids allowed. Navigation by paper charts, chronometers, and sextants only. Boats and participants are strictly limited to the equipment and technology that was available in the 1968 race.

Henry and Privateer left Hornet for France on Monday to join the remaining field of 18 multi-national participants.

Battle of Britain Dinner - Saturday 19th September - 7pm

Join us for our annual Battle of Britain Dinner, an evening of remembrance and camaraderie as we honour the courage and sacrifice of those who defended Britain during the summer and autumn of 1940.

The evening will feature a traditional dinner followed by a fascinating guest talk from Mike Bennett. Mikes talk will be based on a flight of Hurricanes from 249 Squadron, based at Boscombe Down. 

Bookings remain open to full members plus one guest only at the moment. Bookings for other members & guests will open on Friday 14th August.

To book, please click here and complete the form.  

Building 98

The demolition works to Building 98 are still expected to commence on 17th August. Please keep in mind FB3 including the entrance/exit is likely to be busy that day whilst everything arrives for set up. As mentioned previously, there will also be utilities shut offs during the works but the dates for this are still to be confirmed. As soon as we have any confirmed dates, I will share them with you. 

Wi-Fi

We are currently experiencing Wi-Fi issues which are affecting both the clubhouse and the marina. Service is likely to remain up and down until new equipment is delivered. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Lift Schedule

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Further Dates for Diaries

• 29th-31st August - Poole Rally 
• 19th September - Battle of Britain Dinner - booking now open to full members
• 26th-27th September - Lymington Rally
• 17th October - Trafalgar Night