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  John Toal visits BLS!

  We were delighted to welcome John Toal on Wednesday evening for a chat, which was later featured on his Saturday show. You can listen to the broadcast here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002d83m Our segment begins at 4 minutes and 20 seconds. Thanks to John for dropping by to see us in action! As he mentioned on the show, if youre interested in boating or volunteering with us, feel free to stop by wed love to see you!

  Published 08:16 on 10 Jun 2025

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  Notice of BLS Regatta 2025

  Save the Date! Belfast Lough Sailability Regatta Saturday, 28 June 2025. Join us for an exciting day on the water as we crew our Hawks and Hansa 303s in the 2025 Regatta, sponsored by Northern Cot Ltd and RYA Northern Ireland. We would love to have your support whether you are racing, volunteering, or cheering from the shore. If youre able to help or would like

  Published 19:46 on 2 Jun 2025

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  Wednesday Evening Open Sessions

  Our evening open sessions will start again on Wednesday 7th May from 6.30pm. Looking forward to seeing our regulars from last year and hopefully some new faces as well.

  Published 16:17 on 15 Apr 2025

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  Carrickfergus Marina 40th Anniversary Regatta

  Helping Carrickfergus Marina celebrate its 40 th anniversary BLS sailors took to the water on Saturday 5 th April in a regatta sponsored by the Marina. Five Hansa 303s took part and congratulations to Seth and Drew who came home the winners.

  Published 16:07 on 15 Apr 2025

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  Black Santa 2024

  On Sunday the Quinn family along with Drew Smiley attended the Annual Good Samaritians Service at St Anne's Cathedral, the awards were presented by Lady Mary Peters. Belfast Lough Sailability are extremely grateful to the 2024 Black Santa Appeal for this award.

  Published 17:34 on 13 Feb 2025

• Welcome to 2025!

  We hope you all had a great break over the festive period! As advised last year, we will be continuing the Monday evening sessions to work on:- progressing through Sailability Log Books improve knowledge of boating learn/improve knowledge of racing - to better compete against the other Sailability Clubs in the Open Series Our Saturday sessions are planned to resume 18 January 2025 (subject to weather!) Membership: As we

  Published 20:59 on 6 Jan 2025

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  Final session for 2024!

  On a cold, but dry, Saturday (18 December), we took to the water for our final session for 2024! Meanwhile a small team of BLS Elves worked to prepare refreshments for our annual Christmas party & Quiz! The Quiz Master, Andy, provided a 7-round Christmas quiz - this was a close run to the finish line and was enjoyed by all!! Please be aware our Saturday Sessions resume on Saturday 18 January 2025!

  Published 17:42 on 16 Dec 2024

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  BLS Recognition Dinner

  On Saturday, 12th October, Belfast Lough Sailability celebrated the contributions its members have made over the past year. Seventy volunteers and participants attended a dinner and awards ceremony at Carrickfergus Sailing Club, where certificates were awarded for the sailing skills acquired throughout the year. BLS acknowledged the tireless efforts of its volunteers, who dedicate their time twice a week during the summer and on Saturday mornings in winter. These volunteers not only help participants

  Published 12:11 on 21 Oct 2024

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  Group Visits

  Over the past few months, Belfast Lough Sailability has hosted 17 group visits, providing participants with the opportunity to experience Belfast Lough. A total of 122 participants, along with 56 carers, enjoyed trips on Sea Rover, our wheelchair-accessible boat, and Rosy. None of this would have been possible without the dedication of our team of volunteers, who play a crucial role in supporting these visits. Each visit requires a minimum of 8-10 volunteers, and their

  Published 11:51 on 21 Oct 2024

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  Lough Erne Regatta

  A team of 15 members of Belfast Lough Sailability travelled to Lough Erne on Saturday 16 th June for the first of the three Sailability Regattas. BLS sailors helmed 2 Hansa dinghies throughout the day's competitive sailing. Lough Erne came away worthy winners but despite this a good day was had by all.

  Published 12:03 on 16 Aug 2024

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  Belfast Lough Sailability Regatta 2024

  Belfast Lough Sailability hosted the 2 nd round of the RYA Sailability regatta on Saturday 27 th July. 11 Hansa 303s and 2 Hawk 20s competed in the event over 3 races and competitors travelled from Lough Erne Sailability and Foyle Sailability clubs to compete against the sailors from Carrickfergus. With light winds the sailing was close and tactics came in to play. Each race had a different winner with honours

  Published 16:36 on 15 Aug 2024

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  Cross the Lough Swim

  On Saturday 20 th July 7 swimmers set off from Gray's Point to swim across Belfast Lough to Carrickfergus. With on the water support from Belfast Lough Sailability the swimmers managed the crossing in just over 3 hours. Congratulations to all who took part and a big thank you from Belfast Lough Sailability who received a cheque for £4,750 from the sponsorship raised by the swimmers.

  Published 14:14 on 15 Aug 2024