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Sailing in Fort William and Lochaber

Visit Fort William is pleased to present our local sailing clubs in the Fort William and Lochaber area. Learn to sail dinghies in Fort William

The Lochaber area is a superb area for watersports and, in particular, sailing and cruising.

Fort William has its very own sailing club - Lochaber Yacht Club, established in 1954 and the only Royal Yachting Association recognised teaching establishment in the area. The club is a friendly family oriented sailing club and welcomes new members each year. The club has a Club Night when members of the public can come down to the water to see what's going on and to perhaps have a go.

At Ballachulish, Glencoe Boat Club is another well established sailing club with an enthusiastic membership and lots of sailing events.

All in all, sailing is well provided for and if you are interested in learning to sail, you can join a local club and take part in a Learn to Sail course every year.

Thomas Telford Corpach Marina is a project under construction for a 40 berth marina at the entrance to the Caledonian Canal, opening in 2021. There will also be a sheltered slipway and car parking facilities for people who want to launch and retrieve their small boats on a daily or short-term basis. The marina will have full facilities including water, pump-out, toilets, showers, laundry and coffee shop. To find out more click the link to the marina

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