Membership

There are many benefits of becoming a member of the Colne Yacht Club and the joining process is straightforward. Then, a warm welcome awaits! Membership rates are effective from 1st January 2026.

Which category of membership do I need?

• Full £240: You're over 25 and are joining as an individual
• Joint £365: You are both over 25 and joining as a couple who live at the same address
• Young Adult £100: You're between 18 and 30
• Cadet or Student £50: You're between 8 and 18 or a full time student
• Family £420: You are two cohabiting adults and your children (who are under 18)
• Country and Overseas £150: You live further than a minimum distance of 100 miles from the Club
• WOW/BOB £95: Women on Water - Thursdays / Blokes on Boats - Fridays (These are restricted memberships for WOW/BOB events only)
• Social Membership £95 single / £165 joint
• Temporary £75: 3 month Club membership, whilst taking part in our on the water training programmes. Not renewable.

Benefits of Membership

• Unlimited opportunities to take part in all the club's cruising, racing and training programmes
• RYA Sail Training Courses and sailing skills sessions along with RYA Power Boat Courses
• Active BOD and Sonata fleets
• Active Cadet Section with a Summer Cadet Week designed to get the whole family involved. Club-owned dinghies
• The chance to Skipper a club Sonata
• Boatyard for winter storage and maintenance work
• Dinghy rack and use of club jetty
• A Club Launch to transport members to their boats
• Fully serviced bar and restaurant with WIFI hotspot
• Social events and dinners, talks and presentations in the club house over the winter or just great company in the bar.
• Discounts from local suppliers
• Oar Store Bar

NEW for 2026! As a Social Member, you will be able to enjoy:

1. Access to our well-priced bar — our club prices are excellent. For example, a pint of Captain Bobs is £4.80, and a large glass of house wine is around £6.00, with bottles typically priced between £15 and £18.
2. Access to the members bar and balcony, both offering stunning views over the river.
3. A full and varied bar menu.
4. A fun and engaging social calendar.
5. The opportunity to bring up to two guests per visit.*

A few things to note:

• Social membership does not include voting rights.
• Availability for some events may be limited, such as fitting out and laying up dinners, where priority will be given to full members.
• Social membership is offered at the discretion of the CYC Committee.
• Guest policy:
  • Guests must be signed in upon arrival.
  • Individuals may only visit as a guest once per year.

Members' Discounts

These organisations offer discount to CYC members. Just quote your membership number or show your member's card. Click on the link below to go directly to the relevant website.

Yacht Insurance Specialists - Yachtmaster Insurance

Welcome Pack Main Membership Form Social Membership Form