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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)


  • Saturday racing at Bahia Concepción, MexicoSaturday racing at Bahia Concepción, Mexico
    F.Eisl ©2017
  • oulton broadoulton broad
    john christie ©2014
  • flying the flagflying the flag
    A.Biggs ©2017
  • Colourful DrascombesColourful Drascombes
    john christie ©2014
  • Sailing at Bahia Concepción, MexicoSailing at Bahia Concepción, Mexico
    F.Eisl ©2017
  • Scaffie chasing the Canadair water bomberScaffie chasing the Canadair water bomber
    O.Helgerson ©2017
  • Splashing down Loch LomondSplashing down Loch Lomond
    Steve Porteous ©2019
  • WhoooshhWhoooshh
    john white ©2015
  • The Fastnet RaceThe Fastnet Race
    david mcwhirter ©2015
  • The crew arrivesThe crew arrives
    Andy Biggs ©2018
  • Tight fit?Tight fit?
    Peter Waller ©2013
  • Evening anchorageEvening anchorage
    Andy Biggs ©2018
  • sunday on Derwent Watersunday on Derwent Water
    A Biggs ©2016
  • Coaster Mellon at close quarters on Horsey MereCoaster Mellon at close quarters on Horsey Mere
    j.merson ©2016
  • New Helm and CrewNew Helm and Crew
    Gordon Mackellar ©2019

  • julian merson ©2018
  • Summer Memory 2016Summer Memory 2016
    j.wardle ©2016
  • All quiet at LagganAll quiet at Laggan
    Steve Porteous ©2019
  • A man's best mate, his dog and his beer.A man's best mate, his dog and his beer.
    H.Denmead ©2017

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


News:

Virtual RYA Dinghy Show 2021
There have been many visitors to the DA Booth, Thanks to Tom Colville, Aidan Williams, Graham Russel, Andy Biggs and Jack O'Keeffe for help with manning the booth.

The first DA member (David Camlin) to visit and the first new DA member (Mark Powell) to join will both be receiving a new DA burgee in the post.

The RYA will be sharing details and stats regarding visitors to our DA booth with us.

Added by dave s - 28/02/2021

Membership
All Membership applications and change of details received up to 27th February have been processed. There have been 30 new members joined in 2021, continuing the trend of 2020.
Added by dave s - 27/02/2021

Webmaster
Jol Wardle has stepped down as Webmaster. The DA would like to thank him for the effort and dedication shown over his many years in this onerous role. Chris Mason, our Scottish area rep, has stepped into the role in the interim.
Added by DS - 20/02/2021

2021 AGM Glasgow
Following the unfortunate cancellation of the 2020 AGM due to the pandemic, the Drascombe Association 2021 Annual General Meeting will be convened on Saturday 20th March at 1330, online by way of Zoom. Further details can be found in the FORUM Member's Section
Added by DS - 01/01/2021

2020-21 Photo Competition
I've just closed (for entries) the Drascombe Association Photo Competition for 2020 and opened it up for Members to Vote.
Despite the restrictions this past year, the Sailing and Boat Photos from all over are a delight and can be seen by the Public .
HNY All
Keep Safe Sane and Smiling xx


Prizes for 2019 year winners not presented at this year's cancelled AGM have now been enthusiastically received, and their winning photos have been added to the Front page slideshow above.

See Photo Competition page for details.
Added by jol - 01/01/2021

DAN
The next deadline for submitting content to the DAN is 1 April 2021.Please ensure you have the copyright for any material you submit.
Added by AB - 31/12/2020

Gallery
Rally Albums for years 2011-20 are available to view. Click Gallery above. Please send in your sailing photos. info here. We have also added a Members' offsite gallery Archive
Added by jol - 08/01/2018

App
drasapp Why not add the new Drascombe App to your smartphone or iPad see this thread on the Forum (register for pictures)
Added by jol - 30/04/2013

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.