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Do you welcome new members?

Yes, although Yeadon Sailing Club is a private members club, we are more than happy to welcome new members. See the 'Sail at Yeadon SC' page for more information.

Do I have to be able to sail to join?

No, come to one of our Come & Try sessions and see if you like sailing, then if you do you can join in as part of our Tuesday night training sessions and go through our structured practical and online theory training course. See 'Sail at Yeadon SC' page for more information.

Can I store my boat at the sailing club?

Yes, we have storage facilities for sailing dinghies in the dinghy park. We do have a 14ft size limit rule (no bigger than) and we only store sailing dinghies. See the membership page for more information on this.

I have a party booking query or I would like to book a party for a corporate, birthday or club?

You have the wrong place then, this is the Sailing Club, I suspect you need to talk to Leeds Sailing & Activity Centre located next to Yeadon Sailing Club.

Do you have any age restrictions?

We generally only take children of 8 or above, this is due to the size of the buoyancy aids we have and also they need to be able to follow clear instructions. Otherwise your never too old to sail.

What equipment do I need to bring to go sailing?

Bring an old pair of trainers, a wind and waterproof top. If it's sunny, bring suntan lotion and a cap, if it's cold, bring a woolly hat. Avoid jeans and cotton as it can be very cold when wet. It's usually a degree or two cooler on the water so bear this in mind. Always bring a towel and a change of clothing, people sometimes fall in! We will provide buoyancy aids and will give you instruction.

Do I need to be able to swim?

Yes, you need to be able to swim and be confident around water.

Can I hire a boat?

Members can borrow club boats for club activities but we don't hire boats to the general public.

Can I fish at Yeadon Tarn?

Fishing is permitted at Tarnfield Park, if you would like to enjoy a day fishing in the tarn, you can get tickets from the Aireborough and District Angling Association, please contact them on telephone number 01532 784 445.

Can you accommodate disabled sailors?

YSC members will always do there best to accommodate everyone and help them sail, but we are not fully kitted out for all disabled sailors. Our boats have not been modified, we have no jetty hoist and until we get a new club house, it is not fully accessible. Call us or contact us and we will do our best to help you out. Otley sailing club has disabled facilities should you wish to contact them.
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Finding Yeadon Sailing CLub

Yeadon Sailing Club is located adjacent to Yeadon Tarn, close to Leeds/Bradford Airport.

Vehicle access is from the High Street, Yeadon, close to the White Swan pub and car parking is available in Tarn Field Park alongside the clubhouse/dinghy park.

Address:
Tarnfield Park
High Street
Yeadon
LS19 7TA.

For SATNAV use LS19 7AA (but this will not take you straight to our door, look out for Walsh Vehicle Repairs opposite the entrance to the park).

The 747 and 737 buses pass the entrance to Tarnfield Park, more information on routes and time tables, click here.