The beauty of having a skiff on the river Deben is that it is sturdy enough to go out in high winds but small enough to explore smaller upriver sections.
Todays crew might have had changeable weather but the scenery was stunning.
Breakfast at Waldringfield Maybush
Certainly an outing of two halves! We had an almost dry row from Woodbridge to Waldringfield where we had a lovely shared breakfast at The Maybush (we might have steamed the place up a bit).
On the way back both Whisper and Whisstock got caught in a squall but we rejoiced in the fact that it was on the way back and a warm shower was not far away.
March in the sunshine!
It was lovely to get both skiffs out this afternoon. The sun shone and so did the smiles.
Fun in a cold easterly wind!
Nothing stops us!
Both boats were out on the water today, bravely beating the wind. There wasn’t a great deal of hanging about and chatting but it was lovely to be out on the river for an hour or so. It’s always nice to welcome new people who would like to give rowing a go so we enjoyed sharing this outing with two prospective new members. Welcome!
Downriver Trip to Bawdsey
October 25, 2024
Last evening row of the summer season
With the evening light failing fast we felt the need to squeeze in one more evening row. As you can see the cox and crew had slightly different views so a detour to the Maybush at Waldringfield while the storm passed was essential.
Luckily the storm passed over in just about enough time for a quick pint and chips before setting back.
We often see seals on the river Deben but on this night we watched a seal catch its own fish supper and swim alongside.
Another great summer on the water
Double night on the Deben
A glorious sunny evening with both Whissock and Whisper on the water
Chips and beer from the Maybush whilst tied to a buoy and being basked by the setting sun
The Annual Santa row
Every year we do our bit to entertain the children (and adults) along the Woodbridge waterfront. Here you can see us teamed up with Sæ Wyling for a cold but fun outing
AGM 2023
This year, the AGM was held at The Bull Hotel in Woodbridge, with over half of the club members attending.
We followed the business section with a lovely meal and social in the newly refurbished pub. We will definitely go back next year.
Thanks go to the outgoing and incoming Committees who seamlessly run the club by working hard behind the scenes to keep everyone happy and the boats well maintained.
Autumn Outing
On Sunday, both skiffs were out on the water. The crews included two people having a taster session alongside our regular members. It was good to see the Felixstowe Rowing Club on a long trip up to Woodbridge.
It was surprisingly warm for an October day, but no one was complaining!
Anyone from the shore would have seen both boats enjoying some banter at the bottom of Martlesham Creek. The Whisstock crew made do with a quick KitKat but the Whisper crew had quite a picnic. No need to guess which of the two boats made it home first!
Great fun!
