Adventures of a Past Commodore

In response to The Commodore’s appeal for articles relating to members boating activities, I think I’m correct in saying that currently I’m the only Past Commodore and Member of our Elite Club who owns a Canal Narrow Boat, rather than a Yacht or Sea Going Cruiser.  Although, a few years ago I often participated in […]

CLYC Inter-Livery Regatta 2023

The CLYC Inter-Livery Regatta 2023 was a wonderful weekend in Cowes, full of excellent sailing and merriment. On the Friday evening, crews were welcomed to the Royal Ocean Racing Club (RORC).  A delicious buffet and much conviviality was enjoyed, the perfect setting for crew and club bonding. On the Saturday morning, skippers were up early […]

Inter-Livery Regatta 2022

Our Annual Regatta Weekend As well as the racing, the Regatta weekend brought us two enjoyable evenings. The Friday evening supper, held at the Royal London Thames Club,  was a jolly evening, with colleagues and friends gathering for a catch-up and new members meeting for the first time. After the races, the Prize Presentation Dinner […]

Crossfields of Arnside

The site of the Crossfield Boatyard in Arnside is owned by the City Livery Yacht Club member Stephen Bernhard. Crossfields of Arnside were leading builders of Morecambe Bay Prawners and yachts from the 1840s to 1950s. Their heyday was the period leading up to the First World War from the 1890s. Morecambe Bay Prawners (also […]

LAYING UP DINNER: IMO: 8 OCTOBER 2018

Members enjoyed an unparalleled opportunity to dine in the splendour of the UN’s International Maritime Organization.  The evening included a tour of the IMO’s building with its impressive conference hall, array of fabulous gifts from member states, exceptional hospitality and terrace with a commanding view of the Palace of Westminster.  Rear Admiral John Lippiett entertained […]