Holiday Week
Holiday Week, August 3rd - 7th, 2026
The club is holding its traditional Holiday Week from August 3 rd - 7th. The popular week, which is open to visitors, offers a combination of racing, kids' club, tuition, leisure sailing and family fun on and off the water, as well as daytime and evening entertainment and catering.
There's a packed five-day programme which includes Supper Ducklings and Sailing Lessons on a morning and racing on an afternoon with a prizegiving every day.
Also on offer are opportunities to explore beautiful Ullswater with the leisure sailing group and fun water activities for everyone. Tents and Motorhomes (sorry no caravans) are welcome on the club's 'Birkett field' with its stunning lake views.
The clubhouse, changing rooms and showers will be open and there'll be some evening meals, which must be pre-booked Monday to Friday.
Holiday Week Tickets
Five Day Pass - £50 per UYC Membership / £250 for visitors which includes temporary membership and overnight camping.
One Day Pass - £10 per UYC Membership / £50 for visitors which includes temporary membership and overnight camping.
Evening Meals are charged separately.
Camping is free to UYC Members, but must book pass to secure a pitch.
Other Useful Information
- The bar is open from lunchtime to 11.00pm daily. You can make hot/cold drinks in the members' kitchen at any time.
- For queries about the sailing programme, see the Officer Of the Day, for queries about shore side, see Julie Archer (She's the one with the fabulous smile!)
- We have Wi-Fi at the club and your computer should find it with ease. Please don't download anything large or naughty!!
- Children under 16 must have a responsible adult to supervise them at all times; if this is difficult a parent will do.
- Children must wear a suitable life jacket at all times when on, under or near the water (this includes the jetties). (It is also recommended for any adults who are for any reason, a little wobbly).
- Each changing room will be closed for a short time between 6.30pm and 7.30pm for so we can dry them out a bit. The disabled loo will be available during that time. It would be really helpful if you do not leave any kit on the floor.
- Wet people are politely requested to please use the back door after 5.30pm.
- Please sign up to help with volunteering activities such as racebox assistants, safety boat; four o'clock funzone, children's party, bar duties etc a little from everyone will make the week run smoothly and it is that which makes it such a cheap week.
- Keep your eye on the notice boards for information and changes to activities. There is also information about local takeaways and nice places to visit.
- We like dogs, they are very welcome. They will get lots of fuss and attention if they are sat by the benches near the race box, however they are not allowed on the two lawns we launch from outside the clubhouse or inside the clubhouse. Swimming off the windsurfer lawn seems a very popular evening doggy activity. (Obviously you can take them off lead whilst you let them swim from the windsurfer lawn, but they must be closely supervised the whole time). See other doggies for details of this and all the best smells and walks. And remember, they must be on a lead at all times and a responsible adult must be on the other end of the lead.
- Remember the first rule of holiday week: Have a fabulous time!!
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Monday |
Tuesday |
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Thursday |
Friday |
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Supper Ducklings |
10.00 till noon
Super Ducklings session (Grab a coffee and meet other parents on the front lawn to play in and out of the water in the clubhouse if its raining) |
10.00 till noon
Super Ducklings session (Grab a coffee and meet other parents on the front lawn to play in and out of the water in the clubhouse if its raining) Afternoon: Arts and crafts party prep. |
10.00 till noon
Super Ducklings session (Grab a coffee and meet other parents on the front lawn to play in and out of the water in the clubhouse if its raining) Afternoon: Glitter tattoos & nautical prep |
10.00 till noon
Super Ducklings session (Grab a coffee and meet other parents on the front lawn to play in and out of the water in the clubhouse if its raining) |
10.00 til noon
Super Ducklings session (Grab a coffee and meet other parents on the front lawn to play in and out of the water in the clubhouse if its raining) 1.30 to 3.30pm Jason the Juggler's Magical Balloons and circus Skills! (Children will need a responsible adult, failing that a parent will do!) |
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Training |
Sailing School Courses Bookable all day |
Sailing School Courses Bookable all day
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Sailing School Courses Bookable all day
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Sailing School Courses Bookable all day
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Sailing School Courses Bookable all day
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Sailing |
9.30 to 11.30 Registration 12:00 Briefing 13.30 Race 1 & 2 B2B |
11:00 Race 3 13:30 Race 4 & 5 B2B |
12:00 Island Race
A Floating Picnic for the non-racers 19:00 Twight Series Race |
11:00 Races 6 & 7 B2B
13:30 Crazy Races Racing - Who knows, will be Americas Cup? Or Milk bottle tag? Whatever it is it will be fabulous and fun!! |
11:00 Races 8 & 9 B2B |
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Hospitality |
BYO B-B-Q
Coals will be lit around 5.00 ish for tea on the front lawn. Bring and supervise your own BBQ food. |
Shap Chippy Van | Pizza Van |
Kate and Janes fabulous Fish Finger Sandwiches and Chunky Chips Pre -ordering essential |
Bolognese surpisii!! Meat or veggie options with garlic bread and salad. Pre ordering essential To celebrate the end of Holiday Week and the first day of the VX One European Regatta. |
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Four O'clock Funzone |
SUPBoard Challenge |
4.00pm Match racing
Led by Lester Noble |
4.00pm Jetty Slide 6.30pm to 8.30 pm Children's Pirates and Princesses Party & Games Adults Take it easy in the bar or join the twilight race |
Slip and Slide for the kids and big kids
"Nautical Night" 8:00pm 'til late' featuring live music from "Nobodies Friend" |
4.00pm Prizegiving Bar open from prize giving to late, celebrate your success. |
Learn to Sail with us
Senior Sailing Instructor, Josh Barre will be on hand all week looking after the Sailing School and ensuring everybody has a great experience. We would encourage you to book any courses you would like in advance so he can plan. Private lessons for adults can also be arranged, subject to advance booking.
RYA courses
Adults Courses (16+)
RYA Level One - Monday 3rd - Wednesday 5th August 26.
RYA Level Two - Thursday 6th- Friday 7th August 26.
Juniors Courses (8 to16)
RYA Stage One - Monday 3th- Wednesday 5th August 26.
RYA Stage Two - Thursday 6th- Friday 7th August 26.
All courses can be booked via the Sailing School website https://www.ullswatersailingschool.com/store-1
Josh Barre
Senior Sailing Instructor
Ullswater Yacht Club
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Joshua.barre@ullswateryachtclub.org.uk
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www.ullswateryachtclub.org
Last updated 11:06am on 15 June 2026