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Helford River Sailing Club is a friendly, relaxed and busy club for individuals and families who love all aspects of the water from sailing and paddle-boarding to kayaking and wild swimming. Founded in 1948, we are located on the south bank of the Helford River in some of the best sailing waters in England with shore facilities and pontoons.

Members and visitors using the Clubhouse will be met with a warm welcome from Club Steward Ollie and our friendly team. A varied menu is available from The Cornish Food Hub and the bar is stocked with a large selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. There are laundry facilities with washing machine and tumble dryer, and showers to freshen up after a day’s sailing.

New members are always welcome. Please visit our membership page for details. Holiday Membership forms are also available from the bar and office.

KEY DATES in the Sailing Calendar:

As a member of the club, you can also book out club dinghies. Info below:

We also run a busy social calendar all year round, so keep an eye on the website and our social feeds for information on events for our members.

Discover Sailing Week – 24–30 May 2025

Come and try sailing with us at Helford River Sailing Club as part of the RYA’s national Discover Sailing campaign! Whether you’re new to the water or just curious, this is your chance to get involved.

Saturday 24 May | 12:00–18:00
HRSC Open Day – Come aboard for a FREE taster session in our Wayfarer dinghies (perfect for families!) or take a short trip on a keelboat or yacht.
Instructors on hand
Buoyancy aids provided
Bring a wetsuit if you’d like to try the smaller dinghies!

More activities throughout the week:
Tue 27 May – Adult Dinghy Evening (18+), 17:45 meet
Wed 28 May – Keelboat/Yacht Race Evening, 17:15 meet
Thu 29 May – Dinghy Race Evening
Fri 30 May – Junior Sailing Showcase, 18:00–20:00

Meet at the HRSC Club House
Use Helford Public Car Park (free after 4pm)
For food & drink info or to book a table: 01326 231606

Kids must be accompanied by an adult
All events are weather dependent

Clubhouse Opening Times

Standard Opening

Bar:

  • Tuesday to Friday: 17:00 – 23:00
  • Saturday: 12:00 – 23:00
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 20:00
    (Note: All close times are discretionary)

Kitchen:

  • Tuesday – Thursday: 17:30 – 20:30
  • Friday to Saturday: 17:00 – 21.00
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 16.00
    (Note: The kitchen may open for events that are outside of these times)

Our Office:

Monday 9:30am – 3:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am – 3:30pm
Wednesday: 9:30am – 3:30pm
Thursday 9:30am – 2pm
Friday 9:30am – 2pm

Saturday May 24th
12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

OPEN DAY – Discover Sailing

Saturday 24 May | 12:00–18:00
HRSC Open Day – Come aboard for a FREE taster session in our Wayfarer dinghies (perfect for families!) or take a short trip on a keelboat or yacht.
Instructors on hand
Buoyancy aids provided
Bring a wetsuit if you’d like to try the smaller dinghies!

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Monday May 26th
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

LIVE MUSIC – Jeanne Naylor & Barry Lea Clarke

Live music from Jeanne Naylor & Barry Lea Clarke, from 2pm.

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Wednesday May 28th
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

POKER NIGHT

Poker night, hosted by Victoria Bolitho.

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Saturday May 31st
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

BINGO NIGHT

Bingo Night, hosted by Victoria Bolitho.

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