Club Launches
The club has two launches, Prawn and Shrimp, which are provided for those club members with cruising yachts moored on the Hamble and are available for use on a 24 hour a day basis to check your vessel or run stores and gear etc. Prawn the larger launch (diesel engine) is substantial enough to tow boats to and from their moorings in the event of mechanical failure, whereas Shrimp has a 15hp outboard.
Members wishing to make use of the club launches must hold a PB2 qualification, which should be uploaded to your member portal with a photo, or emailed to admin@warsashsc.org.uk. In addition, you are required to complete the application form below and pay the annual launch fee, plus £8 for a launch box key.
Club Launches Annual Costs
- 1st October 2024 – 30th September 2025 = £47.50
- 1st October 2025 – 30th September 2026 = TBC
Once registered to use the launches, the launch fee will be invoiced and subsequently collected annually by direct debit on 1st October, in line with membership subscriptions, unless you notify us otherwise.
The Rear Commodore Sailing, Senior Bosun or an approved instructor will provide a familiarisation of the vessels.
Everyone using a launch MUST wear a buoyancy aid or life jacket.
Time limits
- Monday to Thursday 3 hours max
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday 2 hours max October- March
- Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1½ hour max April- September
Members are required to complete the log book, held in the key box, with their name, mobile phone number and the time the key is taken. Keys must be returned promptly at the end of the period of use, with the log updated to include the time of return and any problems, faults, or damage encountered.