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Welcome to Grassholme

We are County Durham’s only sailing and watersports club. Located at Grassholme Reservoir near Middleton in Teesdale, in the North Pennines National Landscape, we have 49 hectares of water which allows plenty of space for learning, racing, cruising and paddling. The Waterside Park provides a circular walk of 4 miles, and links to the Pennine Way and other footpaths.

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Latest news

Out & About - New Season Begins

The new season has begun. On 6th April, members turned up to the Icebreaker to find it was... sunny! Those sailors who had thoroughly prepared for the elements soon found themselves overheating. A friendly (if shifty) breeze blew throughout the day, making for some tight tactical racing. Hot broth was waiting in the clubhouse for the hungry sailors at lunch time - our thanks to Andrew and Laura H. Mila also took the opportunity More »

18 Apr 2025

First watersports of 2025 and Racing Programme Released

This Sunday 6 April marks the beginning of the 2025 watersports season. Massive thanks are due to all the volunteers who helped out with our work parties, getting the club, grounds and boats ready for the season. It's shaping up to be lovely sunny weather with a gentle breeze (although I can't promise warm water at this time of year!). Whether you want to sail or paddle, please come and join in! More »

1 Apr 2025

2025 Membership Renewals

2025 is here, and that means we are moving towards the sailing season. As such, membership renewals have now gone live - and this year we are making some changes. There's no getting away from the fact membership fees have gone up in recent years in response to rising costs. However, we want sailing (and other watersports) to remain affordable. We've therefore added the option to pay your membership fee monthly by Direct Debit, More »

8 Feb 2025

Christmas Greetings

It has been a great year for the club, and we hope that you have enjoyed your time on and off the water at Grassholme. The new season starts on the 6th April and we are looking forward to seeing everyone at the club in 2025. In the mean time have a wonderful Christmas and a happy New Year. More »

22 Dec 2024

Upcoming events

April 26-27

RYA Powerboat Level 2

Powerboat Level Two Powerboat Handling. Provides the skills
Apr 27

10:00 - Sunday Watersports

Details: Sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking,
May 3

10:00 - Butterknowle Sea Scouts - Beav…

Butterknowle Sea Scouts will be visiting on Saturday morning to
May 3

14:00 - Junior Club (OnBoard) » Junior Club (OnBoard) Provisional

Running once a month, on Saturday afternoons, from May to
May 4

10:00 - Sunday Watersports

Details: Sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking,
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