Situated on the North Bank of the historic River Medway at Lower Upnor, Rochester, Medway Yacht Club is one of the premier yacht clubs in the South East. MYC is a fully RYA accredited Training Centre so if you want to learn to sail the club training staff can take you from beginner to advanced level in the sheltered waters of the River Medway.
As an experienced sailor you can enjoy relaxing cruising with the continent only a day's sail away or take part in the very active racing programme for dinghies, keelboats and cruisers. Starters Fried Calamari Olives, oil and bread Caprese salad. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages.
As an experienced sailor you can enjoy relaxing cruising with the continent only a day's sail away or take part in the very active racing programme for dinghies, keelboats and cruisers. Starters Fried Calamari Olives, oil and bread Caprese salad. It is aimed at anyone who goes afloat, whether on inland waters, rivers, estuaries or on cross channel passages.
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Located at Lower Upnor on the banks of the tidal River Medway just down river from Chatham historic dockyard, MYC is only 35 miles from central London and is easily accessible from London, Kent, Sussex or Essex. The tidal Medway on which the club operates still provides the excellent sailing described by Ufa Fox, perfect for both racing and cruising.
Founded and registered with the Yacht Racing Association in 1880 early members included the Earl of Cavendish, Lord Beresford, marine artist W.L. Wylie and author of adventure books for children A Henty. By 1894 it is reported that the club had 86 members.
1898 saw the start of one-design racing that continues today when MYC successfully answered a challenge laid down by the Sydney Flying Squadron which resulted in MYC winning the Anglo-Australian Shield.The challenge was revived and re-run at Upnor in 1998 and in Sydney in 2001 using replica 1880's skiffs.
1898 saw the start of one-design racing that continues today when MYC successfully answered a challenge laid down by the Sydney Flying Squadron which resulted in MYC winning the Anglo-Australian Shield.The challenge was revived and re-run at Upnor in 1998 and in Sydney in 2001 using replica 1880's skiffs.
Our library overlooks the River Medway and is an ideal space for private meetings or training seminars. MYC has over 200 sheltered moorings for boats from 18 to 42 feet located on the tidal River Medway. MYC moorings are served by a trot boat that runs regularly early morning and late afternoon on weekdays, and all day at weekends during the season.
The moorings are spaced to allow for different sizes of boats with the most popular being for sailing craft up to 10.5m. A limited number of swinging moorings can take yachts up to 13m. Fore and Aft berths can accommodate sailing and motor boats up to 11m in length. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate motor boats on swinging moorings.
Our bar is well stocked with a good selection of Shepherd Neame draft beers, monthly guest beers and spirits, including local 'Dockyard' gin. Our wine list features those from the best regions of the world, including English vineyards. Our Galley is open on Wednesday evenings where seasonal dishes are prepared and served by our dedicated staff.
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Anthony Kitchen
May 09, 2021
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Neil Gargaro
Oct 05, 2020
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Antony Collis
Jul 27, 2020
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Neil Gargaro
Mar 16, 2020
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I've just joined the club and me and my brother decided todo the powerboat level 2 course. Despite the poor weather it was a very enjoyable course and would highly recommend doing it even if it's just a refresher. The instructor (Inti) was outstanding and really made the course enjoyable! his training style keeps you interested and alert which helps make you remember what he's teaching you especially in the class room when most people tend to switch off 😁
we was a class ofthree and took it in turns to answer questions, perform maneuvers and carry out a variety of exercises without standing
we was a class ofthree and took it in turns to answer questions, perform maneuvers and carry out a variety of exercises without standing
Mick Drury
Jan 22, 2020
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Michelle Davison
Nov 22, 2019
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Jacqueline Best
Oct 13, 2019
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Steve Trinder
Aug 05, 2018
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Robert Illingworth
Nov 06, 2017
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