Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club is located on the historic Plymouth Hoe, overlooking the spectacular Plymouth Sound.
Founded in 1877, the club is a central hub for the local maritime community, offering access to one of the world's finest natural harbours. The spot provides a unique mix of conditions, from sheltered bay water to significant rolling chop in the Sound. The club is famous for its professional racing environment and supportive community for all levels.
S, SW, SE (Anything with a South element blows cleanly into the Sound)
15-25 knots; 4-5m wings in lighter air.
Sailable at all tides. High tide is preferred for easier launch and to avoid the strongest currents.
14 Day - Tide Calendar for Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club →Rolling Sound chop (0.5m - 0.9m) and naval wake.
Overall
Vibe & Crowds
Vibrant and social. A large community of high-level watermen with a social atmosphere. Moderate to High. One of the busiest spots in the South West, but the Sound is vast.
Suitable For
Variety is great, but currents and traffic require awareness.
Negatives & Hazards
Strong coastal currents in the Sound; heavy naval shipping; submerged rocks; holidaymakers on the Hoe.
Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club
Open in Google MapsVia membership or visitor guest fees. Historic clubhouse on Plymouth Hoe with full facilities.
Sandy mud and rock; concrete slipways.
Spring and Autumn; winter provides high-intensity sessions across the Sound.
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LIVE hourly wind, an interactive wind map with customised forecast ratings, and a 14-day outlook on the same page - everything you need to plan a session at Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club.
High and low water times, tide curves, moon phase, and spring vs neap context - plan your winging or sailing session around the tide at Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club, Devon.
Water quality at Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club
At KnotNow, we report on real-time sewage discharge data to help you decide if the conditions at Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club, Devon are right for you to sail or wing foil.
Wind and weather forecasts for Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club are provided to help you plan your sessions. Conditions at this coastal location can change quickly, so always check the actual conditions when you arrive and trust your judgment. These forecasts are for recreational planning - always prioritize safety and verify conditions yourself before heading out. Tidal predictions for Plymouth Corinthian Yacht Club are based on the nearest primary station at PLYMOUTH (DEVONPORT) (3.43km away). Local conditions can vary from these predictions due to coastal topography and weather effects. Always verify tidal conditions on arrival - these predictions are for planning purposes only, not for navigational use or critical safety decisions.
