[1] [2] [3] It is on the estuary of the River Blackwater, approximately 12 km (7.5 mi) south of Colchester.

The Blackwater estuary is a major sailing centre on the English east coast.

Founded in 1899, the club has sponsored national and international yacht racing meetings.

Of its many famous members, the most notable was probably Maurice Griffiths, the yacht designer and author.

A club launch runs from Tuesdays to Sundays during the season; callsign on VHF Channel 37: YC1 (Why - See - One).