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SUMMARY:Bart's Bash ASC Portland 2025
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday 13th September\, the Andrew Simpson Centre in Portland will be joining sailing clubs and venues around the world and taking part in the World’s Largest Sailing Event\, Bart’s Bash. \nAll of our centre boats are up for grabs to race in give us a call on 01305 457400 and book yours now! \nKey information and timings:\n* Saturday 13th September 09:00-16:00\n* ASC Portland\, WPNSA\, Osprey Quay\, Portland\n* Registration 09:00-10:30\n* Competitors Briefing 11:00\n* Boat Release 11:30\n* First Warning Signal On water 12:00\n* All safety equipment and wetsuits provided \n(These times are subject to change) \n\nGet in touch with us on portland@andrewsimpsoncentres.org or call us on 01305 457400
URL:https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/event/barts-bash-asc-portland-2025/
LOCATION:ASC Portland\, Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy\, Osprey Quay\, Portland\, Dorset\, DT5 1SA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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SUMMARY:Deaf Family Fun Day!
DESCRIPTION:Deaf Family Fun Day!  \n📅 Saturday 13th September | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM\n📍 ASC Reading\, Hangar Road\, Reading \nCome and join us at the Andrew Simpson Centre in Reading for a day of taster sessions and on the water fun! \nTry out sailing\, paddleboarding\, kayaking or windsurfing. \nWhether you’re looking to try watersports\, or just enjoy a great day out with the family – this event has something for everyone. \nThis is your chance to enjoy hands-on outdoor experiences\, all in a safe and welcoming environment with interpreters on hand all day \nWhat’s on \nFREE drop-in sessions! \n\nThroughout the day there will be opportunities to be taken for a sail with experienced sailors.\nOur paddleboards and kayak equipment will be available to try out\, with guidance and safety supervision from our instructors.\nPre-register for drop-in sessions by completing an indemnity form here.\n\nTaster sessions! \n\nA more in-depth introduction to sailing or windsurfing\nSessions are just £5 per person\, with all proceeds going to the Andrew Simpson Foundation.\nBook a Sailing taster here!\nBook an Adult Windsurfing Taster here!\nBook a Youth Windsurfing Taster here!\n\nHow to take part \n\nRegister your interest for free sessions here.\nBook longer taster sessions at the links above\nOn arrival\, check in at the Sign-Up Desk\nComplete a Medical Indemnity Form\n\nWhy attend? \n\nFREE activities\nFun for all ages\nGreat for families\, youth groups\, and friends\nRun by local professionals and friendly volunteers\nA great way to try something new\, build confidence\, and stay active\n\nDon’t forget to tag us in your photos! \nUse #sailonbart and follow us on social media to stay updated. \n➡️ Have questions? Contact us at reading@andrewsimpsoncentres.org\n➡️ Follow us on Facebook\, Instagram\, and TikTok
URL:https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/event/deaf-family-fun-day/
LOCATION:ASC Reading\, Hangar Road\, Reading\, RG7 4AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Events
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SUMMARY:Bart's Bash @ ASC Portsmouth
DESCRIPTION:Bart’s Bash – About Info   \nOn Sunday 14th September\, the Andrew Simpson Centre in Portsmouth will be joining sailing clubs and venues around the world taking part in the flagship fundraising event of the Andrew Simpson Foundation (ASF)\, Bart’s Bash. As part of this sailing participation and fundraising event\, there will be lots of activities taking place throughout the day including taster sessions\, helmed boat spaces\, gourmet wood fired pizzas\, raffle and visits from our partners here in Portsmouth. All funds raised from the day will be donated to the Andrew Simpson Foundation to help transform lives through sailing.  \nWhat you need to know about the Event   \nThe event is on Sunday 14th September and is open between 10am-4pm\, with the race beginning at 1pm. Our address is Andrew Simpson Centre Portsmouth\, Eastern Rd\, Portsmouth\, PO3 5LY. Taster sessions available throughout the day will include Kayaking\, Windsurfing\, Wingsurfing\, Climbing\, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding. The minimum age for taster sessions is 8+  years old (6 with an adult). Taster sessions will be 45-minutes long and must be booked in advance of the event by visiting and selecting 14 September:  https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/courses?activity[]=taster-sessions  \nFuel your day with delicious gourmet burgers and more from Fat Jack’s Shack\, serving up tasty treats throughout Bart’s Bash. \n What you need to know about the Bart’s Bash Race\nAll safety equipment and wetsuits will be provided. We have some of our centre boats up for grabs\, but these must be booked in advance of the event by contacting ASC Portsmouth directly. You are also very welcome to bring your own boat or book a space on a helmed boat! For helmed boat bookings\, please also contact the centre directly.   \nRace Timings  \n\nSkipper Briefing at 11:45\n\n\nLaunch at 12:30 \n\n\nRace at 13:00 \n\nHow to enter the Bart’s Bash Race   \nAll participants need to register online by following this link: https://www.bartsbash.com/sign-up/individual and choose Andrew Simpson Centre – Portsmouth as your venue!   \nTaking part:   \n\nBring your own boat! – Just be sure to be rigged and ready for the skipper brief at 11:45\, and make sure you’ve signed up at bartsbash.com!  \n\n\nBook a space on a helmed boat – just contact the centre team\, who will also complete your online registration.  \n\n\nReserve a dinghy to sail independently – contact the centre team to book your boat! They will also complete your online registration. You’ll need to be at least RYA Level 1 qualified to hire a bare boat. \n\nYou can contact the centre team portsmouth@andrewsimpsoncentres.org or 02392 663873.   \nTaster sessions can be booked by following this link\, selecting the taster you want then select 14th September: https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/courses?activity[]=taster-sessions  \nEnter the race here: https://www.bartsbash.com/sign-up/individual   \nSee you on the water!   \n#sailonbart 
URL:https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/event/barts-bash-asc-portsmouth/
LOCATION:ASC Portsmouth\, Eastern Rd\, Portsmouth\, Hampshire\, PO3 5LY\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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SUMMARY:Bart's Bash @ ASC Reading
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URL:https://andrewsimpsoncentres.org/event/barts-bash-asc-reading/
LOCATION:ASC Reading\, Hangar Road\, Reading\, RG7 4AP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regattas
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