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Our History

Since 1883

The Great Yarmouth Yacht Club, established in 1883, had its first Commodore, Sir Edward Birkbeck Bt. The club's burgee, inspired by the Borough’s Coat of Arms, features a striking red and blue design showcasing a lion’s head and a herring fishtail.

to 1938

Since 1883

In 1897, to celebrate Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, a large decorative silver gilt cup was purchased through subscriptions from members and friends, which would be known as “The Diamond Jubilee Gold Challenge Cup.” Early races took place annually on Breydon Water, with winners being Raters, followed by large Cruisers. As time went on, the competition was held at various venues, featuring Broads, Waveney, Yare & Bure, and Yarmouth One Designs, a tradition that continues today, as it is regarded as one of the premier trophies in yachting within Broadland. The club experienced a couple of periods of inactivity, the latest being due to World War I. Over the years, it has boasted International and Olympic sailors among its members. Regattas were frequently a collaborative effort between local clubs with overlapping memberships. In July 1937, it was announced that the excellent sailing area of Wroxham Broad would be available for lease. Consequently, in 1938, four clubs, including the Great Yarmouth Yacht Club, merged to establish the Norfolk Broads Yacht Club.

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from 2014

Since 1883

from 2014

In 2014, Mark Duffield believed that every coastal town with a rich maritime history should have its own Yacht Club. Along with family members and friends, he embarked on the journey of re-establishing the club, aiming to bring back some traditions that were cherished by the original club, all while keeping it relaxed and informal. The Great Yarmouth One Design Yachts, featuring their centreboard, large lugsail, and jib, are quite rare, but it was decided to adopt this class of yacht as part of the club’s offerings. Additionally, the club chose to include the International 12ft. Dinghy, notable for being the only lugsail boat to have participated in the Olympic Games; while not numerous in this country, they enjoy significant popularity across the continent.

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Two people sail a small boat on a calm river under a clear blue sky.

Officers and officials of the club

Admiral A. Goodchild leads our team supported by the Commodore, N. A. Duffield. The Vice Commodore position is held by M. O. Duffield, while the Rear Commodore by A. Lincoln. Our Hon. Treasurer, M. O. Duffield, manages our finances efficiently, and H. Franzen serves as the Hon. Secretary. For timing during events, M. D. Lees also takes on the role of Hon. Timekeeper, and M. W. Duffield is our dedicated Regatta Officer.

RECENT commodores of the club

2014-16 D. Bullen, 2017-19 G. L. Blake, 2020-24 Mrs S. Goodchild, and from 2024 onward N. A. Duffield.

past commodores of the club

1883-4 Sir E. Birkbeck Bt. served in this notable period. In 1885, W. Burdett Coutts took on the role, followed by Sir H.W. Tyler MP in 1886. The following year, 1887, saw F. Danby Palmer contributing significantly. In 1888, Sir R. Beauchamp Bt. was involved, and from 1889 to 1893, F. Danby Palmer continued to play an important role. In 1894, N.R. Suffling took over, and this was succeeded by W.E. Worship in 1895. The year 1896 marked another contribution from F. Danby Palmer, while E.P. Buckworth was noted in 1897. R.P. Chamberlin was recognized in 1898, followed by Ralph Watling in 1899. G.H.L. Blake was active in 1900, and E.P. Buckworth returned in 1901. The years 1902-3 saw R.F. Boileau engaged, but from 1904 to 1907, the club was in abeyance. Ralph Watling resumed his involvement from 1908 to 1913, with Leonard J. Brown taking the lead in 1914. The club was again in abeyance from 1915 to 1918, but Leonard J. Brown returned for 1919-20. The period from 1921 to 1924 featured W. Winwood Gossage, followed by Sir F.C. Meyer Bt. MP in 1925-6. Spencer Arnold was active from 1927 to 1930, with P.G. Back following from 1931 to 1933. C.S. Green was noted in 1934-6, and C.T.A. Beevor contributed in 1937. Finally, from 1938 to 2013, the club was once again in abeyance.

Our History

Since 1883

Since 1883

Since 1883

to 1938

Since 1883

Since 1883

from 2014

Since 1883

from 2014

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Officers and officials of the club

RECENT commodores of the club

past commodores of the club

Great Yarmouth Yacht Club

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