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Formed in 1923 Thames Valley Skiff and Punting Club currently has over
150 members both social and active. Membership ranges in experience from
complete beginners to championship level and our age groups span from eight
to eighty.
Tuition is always available, and after your exertions you will find our
well-stocked bar and comfortable club house an ideal place to relax.
We are pleased to see new members and you are welcome to drop in and try
out the facilities. All you need are a T-shirt, shorts and trainers to get
started.
So why not give it a try?
We have regular outings:
- Saturdays: 2.00pm
- Sunday mornings: 11.00am-1.00pm
- Tuesday & Thursday:
7.00pm
- Ring
anytime for more information.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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Skiffs?
Skiffs are hand crafted traditional timber racing boats designed for
either one or two rowers.
Punts?
Punts are also racing craft, varying from two feet to only one foot, and
often over thirty feet in length. Punting therefore develops a good sense
of balance and is not for those who don't like getting wet!
Racing
Both skiffs and punts are raced at regattas
during the summer, culminating in the Skiff Championships at Henley and the Punt Championships at Maidenhead.
Most regattas have events for all the family to join in after the serious
racing is over. There is also usually a party or barbeque in the evening
after the regatta in addition to a lively social
calendar.
Membership
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Full Member
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£140
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Country Member
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£96
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Student Member
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£48
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Associate Member
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£38
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1.
Full, Country, and Student members are entitled to all facilities of
the Club.
2.
Country members are to be resident at least 20 miles from the
clubhouse.
3.
Student members are those under 18 years or in full-time education.
4.
Associate members shall only be allowed to use Club boats at the
discretion of the Captain.
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