My story – Paul Pickford

My story – Paul Pickford

As a quadriplegic with communication issues, finding a pastime or hobby that was both interesting and fulfilling was not easy. Sailing was something I never considered for different reasons, not just because of the obvious physical challenges but, for me at least, it...
The Joy of Sailing

The Joy of Sailing

The definition of Joy is ‘a feeling of great pleasure and happiness’. This is exactly the feeling I experience whilst I am sailing. Hannah, one of our Sailability sailors and Rooster Ambassador, features on the Rooster Sailing Blog this...
RNLI Regatta Day 2019

RNLI Regatta Day 2019

This Sunday (16th June) is our annual Regatta Day in aid of the RNLI. Please note that racing starts at 11am. There are 3 races, with 2 to count. The Mayors of Bolton and Blackburn with Darwen will be attending, as will the RNLI stall to satisfy all your Christmas...
What the Multiclass did for Matthew

What the Multiclass did for Matthew

The RYA Sailability Multiclass Regatta returns to Rutland on 3-5 August. Once again a mixed ability training day – split into two groups of ‘experienced’ racers and those ‘new to racing’ – kicks the event off on Friday before two days of...