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Dinghies on display at Alexandra Palace during the RYA Dinghy Show

RYA Dinghy Show

March 2, 2019

Tickets are now on sale for the RYA Dinghy Show 2019

A black and white picture of dinghy designer, Ian Proctor

Ian Proctor Centenary Rally

September 1, 2018

The rally will be the highlight of Bosham Sailing Club's Classic Boat Revival

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