Affordable dinghy sailing from complete beginners to competent sailors
26/04/2026
If you needed a sign to try sailing… this is it ⛵️
We’re open 12 - 4pm today —pop on down anytime during this - we’d love to see you!
We will have a BBQ on the go and refreshments are available to keep you fuelled while you’re here ☀️
24/04/2026
Only 2 days until our Open Day!
We’ve ordered the sunshine, polished the boats, and practised looking like we know what we’re doing 😉⛵️☀️
Come along and see for yourself—you might even get hooked.
19/04/2026
Days like this remind us why we love being on the water! ☀️⛵️
Join us next weekend for our Open Day - meet the members, try sailing, and experience what we are all about.
We can’t wait to welcome you!
08/03/2026
⛵ Sailing Club Open Day – Everyone Welcome! ⛵️
Curious about sailing? Come and see what it’s all about at our Open Day! Whether you’re completely new to the water or looking to get back into sailing, this is the perfect chance to visit the club, meet our friendly members, and find out how to get involved.
🌊 What to expect:
• Meet club members and instructors
• Learn about sailing opportunities for all ages
• Find out about training and membership
• See the boats and facilities
No experience needed – just come along, say hello, and discover what makes our sailing community so special.
📅 Date: 26 April 2026
⏰ Time: 12pm - 4pm
📍 Location: Island Sailing Club Reading, Searles Farm Lane, RG30 3XB
Bring friends and family – we’d love to see you there!
26/01/2026
This weekend our members took part in the 'Big Garden Birdwatch' before swapping binoculars for bouyancy aids as they headed out for some chilly, but rewarding, winter sailing.
02/01/2026
First race of the year New Year’s Day, “Brass Monkeys race.” Nine boats. 4 degrees C. Quite good wind.
29/09/2025
It’s been a busy weekend for our sailors!
🌊 Saturday: Three sailors set off to Poole Harbour, making the most of good winds (and luckily, limited rain). They enjoyed a scenic sail over to Brownsea Island for a picnic before heading back.
🏆 Sunday: Six sailors travelled to Goring for the much-anticipated return match against Goring Thames Sailing Club. The early rain cleared just in time, leaving us with summer-like conditions and light winds—perfect for two challenging and enjoyable races. While the trophy wasn’t ours this time, the day was full of good sailing, great company, and some tasty treats to finish.
👏 Well done to everyone who took part!
On Saturday, a brave crew took 8 boats down to TISC for an away day full of sun, sailing, and (slightly soggy for some) sandwiches. We launched from Thorney Island, meandered to East Head Beach for lunch and a very British swim (read: cold but mandatory), then cruised around toward Hayling Island before docking back at TISC for well-earned snacks and “hydration” (aka drinks 🍻).
Massive thanks to our wonderful hosts at TISC — you gave us your waters, your snacks, and while there were a couple of capsizes no one got marooned (for too long)... so that’s a win in our book.
Already counting the days until next year 🙌
🎥 Check out the shenanigans below 👇
15/06/2025
Past and present members are invited to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Island Sailing Club Reading
08/06/2025
Great weekend on the water with our newest sailor, Mario, learning to sail!
05/06/2025
This coming weekend, 7th & 8th June, places available to learn to sail? A level 1 basic sailing course. Times are 9 am to 4 pm both days. Have fun on the water and start your sailing journey in a safe environment. £200 non members (rescued to £150 if you join the club). Email [email protected]
Island Sailing Club, Reading Island Sailing Club, Reading