Drascombe Association

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The Drascombe Association is a group of of over 1000 enthusiasts dedicated to the traditional-style sailing boats designed by the late John Watkinson. Over 5000 Drascombes of all types have been built since the first Lugger was launched in 1966. They are all simple, rugged, and seakindly. (Scroll down this page for the Latest News, or visit our Forum or click the photo to visit our Rally Galleries)


  • Coaster Pax ,Mulroy Bay,Co DonegalCoaster Pax ,Mulroy Bay,Co Donegal
    Kim Roberts ©2022
  • LunchstopLunchstop
    Arthur Jones ©2022
  • Night falls on Holy LochNight falls on Holy Loch
    Mary Ratcliffe ©2022
  • Castle Gylen - A rarely accessed anchorageCastle Gylen - A rarely accessed anchorage
    Penny Excell ©2022
  • Sunset in Baltimore.Sunset in Baltimore.
    John Holden ©2022
  • The peace of the MediterraneanThe peace of the Mediterranean
    Robert Best ©2021
  • Le Dabberben in BrittanyLe Dabberben in Brittany
    Pascal Potin ©2021
  • All quiet in the cove, Baltimore, Aug-22.All quiet in the cove, Baltimore, Aug-22.
    Roy Johnston ©2022
  • Heading for HomeHeading for Home
    Dan Walsh ©2021
  • Departing SkelligsDeparting Skelligs
    Pat Jones ©2021
  • Sunrise on Lough ErneSunrise on Lough Erne
    Tony Wright ©2022
  • Is it time to get up yet?Is it time to get up yet?
    Steve Porteous ©2022
  • All the colours of the rainbowAll the colours of the rainbow
    Michael Corbett ©2022
  • Homeward BoundHomeward Bound
    Mary Ratcliffe ©2021
  • Cutting through the wavesCutting through the waves
    Neil Stainthorpe ©2021
  • Lugger passing Dromore Castle, Kenmare River, Aug-Lugger passing Dromore Castle, Kenmare River, Aug-
    Roy Johnston ©2021
  • The hills of MullThe hills of Mull
    Arthur Jones ©2022
  • Into the weatherInto the weather
    Mary Ratcliffe ©2021
  • Lunch stop Holy Island Lough Derg.Lunch stop Holy Island Lough Derg.
    John Holden ©2022
  • Child’s Play (daughter at the helm)Child’s Play (daughter at the helm)
    Neil Stainthorpe ©2021
  • The arms race is getting out of hand.The arms race is getting out of hand.
    Kim Roberts ©2021

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


News:

DAN
The deadline for submissions to DAN152 is 1st February 2025.
Please think about contributing to future editions of DAN.
Send your contribution to DANews@drascombe-association.org.uk
Added by dave s - 18/12/2024

RYA Dinghy Show
The DA will have a stand at the 2025 show held on the weekend of 22-23 February. The show boat will be LBC Lou-lou Belle kindly provided by Steve Rowley. DA members get a discount - see back cover of DAN151 for details. There are free tickets on offer to any DA members willing to help promote the DA for 2 hours on either of the days. Further details in due course.
Added by DS - 17/12/2024

Photo Competition
The photo competition for 2024 is now open for entries and will remain open until 06/01/2025.
See here for more details.
Added by CM - 16/11/2024

DA EGM
There were 35 DA members registered for the meeting to consider the proposal of the committee to replace the existing DA membership management system. The motion was approved unanimously by the 22 members on the Zoom call when the poll was taken.
Added by DS - 16/10/2024

Membership Update
There have been 69 new DA members joining in 2024. The most recent has joined from Brunei Darusallam where 2 Longboats are being brought back to use at an outdoor education centre. DA membership is now across 27 different countries.
Added by dave - 25/08/2024

Gallery
Rally albums from 2015 are available to view under the Gallery tab.
The aim is to provide a selection of photos that give an impression of Drascombe Association Rallies to members and those considering joining.
Typically we try to limit photos to 10 per rally although this is not a hard limit.
If you have photos for either the website or the Drascombe Association News magazine please let us know.
Added by CM - 06/03/2023


Subscriptions
Membership of the DA runs for 12 months from the date of enrolment for new members who now join the association and the amount increased to £15 (UK) on 1st January 2012.
(Renewals are now automated for EU & World Applications and Renewals made after 7/12/13) and for those UK members who joined or renewed after 14/4/16 by Paypal or Go Cardless. Please check the membership secretary's reminder for more details.

Drascombe Association News

DAN is our quarterly hardcopy magazine, mailed out to members. It is written for and by the membership. Please see the guidelines for submitting articles and images for DAN.
(A Sample edited pdf Spring 2021 version is now available for non members; click the cover above to download.)

Website
Contributions (especially pictures or Owner's View items for the About Drascombes page) are always welcome and should be sent to Chris . Please see the guidelines for website submissions.

Forum
The Drascombe Forum is the place where you can ask questions, have discussions, and research anything to do with Drascombes. Here are the most recent active topics:


Books - Featured Book

Practical Dinghy Cruiser
Paul Constantine

Dinghy Cruising is a popular, practical activity, pursued by hundreds if not thousands of sailors. Surprisingly, there is no recognized, single style of craft specifically for this sport. Each person taking it up must find their own boat and then modify it to make it suitable for their own chosen undertaking. This book is the key to unlocking that whole experience, on a tight budget.