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  On the World Stage: WWSC Juniors Head to 420 Worlds

  We're very excited to share that a number of our older junior sailors and instructors have been putting in serious hours on the water over the winter season, travelling to inland venues for qualifying events alongside competing at the Youth Nationals at Hayling Island Sailing Club. Following a strong run of results, Apolline Depaepe, Lilly Cox, Layla Shaer and Hugo Tyers have now qualified to represent their fleets at the 420 World Championships, taking place

  Published 13:50 on 5 May 2026

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  The New WWSC Online Shop is Now Live!

  We're excited to launch the new West Wittering Sailing Club shop, now live on our websitejust look for 'Shop' in the header or click here . Designed for our members and their families, the range brings together a fresh collection of club clothing and accessories for life on and off the water. From everyday sailing kit to relaxed clubwear, everything is made to order and delivered straight to your door.

  Published 11:28 on 30 Apr 2026

• Regatta Week & Junior Week 2026

  Regatta Week & Junior Week 2026 Dates have now been set for 2026 Regatta Week: Mon 27th July Fri 31st July Junior Week: Tue 25th Aug Sat 29th Aug We recognise that one school will have returned for the autumn term before the completion of Junior week. A number of our Juniors and younger instructors enjoy visiting other harbour clubs and participating in their Junior race weeks.

  Published 11:34 on 1 Sep 2025

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  Congratulations to the new DIs!

  Congratulations to our 6 new DI's Layla Shaer, Isla Edward, Imogen Smith, Apolline Depaepe, Hugo Tyers, Sam Holben who all completed their Instructor course last week.

  Published 15:16 on 22 Jul 2025

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  WWSC Charity for 2025 & 2026

  Friends of Chichester Harbour (FoCH) is a small local charity dedicated to conserving and restoring the natural beauty of Chichester Harbour. Their work focuses on impactful projects such as improving water quality, protecting marine wildlife, and supporting habitats like bird nesting areas. Here are some example initiatives to give you a feel for the charity's recent priorities and partnerships: · Oyster Restoration: In

  Published 11:47 on 4 Mar 2025

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  Emsmet - New Weather Station for Chichester Harbour

  For 2025 a new weather station 'Emsmet' will join 'Cambermet' and 'Chimet' in assisting our boating community here in Chichester Harbour. The Federation is proud to have helped fund this new aid for harbour users. The station instruments will be installed on the 'Emsworth' south cardinal by the Conservancy's 'marine team'. The data provided will be integrated by Solent Support Group onto their existing websites providing details currently for

  Published 19:05 on 3 Mar 2025

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  Let's look after our Little Terns

  Many birds are breeding approximately 300-350m SW of Cobnor point
  We request that throughout May/June/July that all stay at least 50m away from Stakes and Pilsey Islands. Please click here to read more

  Published 00:00 on 11 Jun 2024

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  WWSC Juniors at Bosham Regatta

  5 WWSC Juniors have done the Club proud competing in the Bosham Junior Regatta over half term. Click above to read more.

  Published 16:04 on 29 May 2024

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  Record tide tests boats on the Hard

  Thank you to all the WWSC volunteers who responded to the emergency call to rescue boats that broke loose on the Hard. Some important lessons were learned. Click here to read more.

  Published 14:43 on 24 Apr 2024

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  Anchoring without hurting the seabed

  Click here to find out about the RYA's free webinar on how to look after the seagrass in our harbour.

  Published 08:00 on 19 Apr 2024

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  Congratulations Keith!

  Arrival at Antigua - Part 7 of the story of WWSC member Keith Oliver's single-handed race across the Atlantic having first built his yacht. Read more here.

  Published 00:00 on 31 Dec 2023

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  The Big Bathe: £50,000 and counting...

  Lots of WWSC members supported this year's "Big Bathe" last weekend in memory of Victoria Hall. Even more swimmers took part this year and they've already raised over £50,000 for the two charities: Bowel Cancer UK and St Wilfrid's Hospice.

  Published 18:26 on 13 Sep 2023