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RYA confirms boating is permitted
Posted on 6th November 2020
The RYA has published its understanding of the current restrictions in England that apply for 4 weeks until 2 December:
Posted on 6th November 2020
The RYA has published its understanding of the current restrictions in England that apply for 4 weeks until 2 December:
- Recreational boating from a public outdoor space for single households and support bubbles or with one other person (with social distancing) is currently permitted
- Public waterways and beaches will remain open during the lockdown
- Outdoor sports centres and amenities (which includes sailing clubs and watersports centres) will have to close
- Members may be able to access boats for essential checks and maintenance, however, this will need to be agreed with their club/marina/harbour authority, with individuals taking personal responsibility for meeting Government guidance
- University sport will not be taking place
- School sport will be happening but only as part of organised school activity
- Some charities may be able to continue aspects of their work
- There are continuing exemptions for elite athletes for them to train or compete, so the British Sailing Team programme can continue
- No overnight stays are allowed on boats except for residential berth holders (where the boat is their Primary Residence) or for business purposes