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Formed from humble beginnings in 1921, Delting Boating Club has grown to become one of Shetland's most active, modern, and well-equipped boating facilities.

Situated at the head of , in a peaceful and interesting location. Delting Boating Club provides a range of water based activities for all the family throughout the summer months and is an ideal base for your caravan while you explore the and of Shetland.

Within a short distance from - where the North Sea meets the Atlantic Ocean - Delting Boating Club is the perfect starting point from which to explore, and experience, Shetland's costal walks.

Membership Prices:

Adult - £32.00 OAP - £11.00 Youth (18 – 21) £11.00

(£3.00 joining fee applies to all types)

Find out more about Delting Boating Club's Marina or Caravan Park Sailing and Events by browsing below.

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marina The Delting Boating Club Marina (also known as the Brae Marina) is situated at the North West head of Busta Voe (60 23.49N - 01 29.45 W). It is owned by the Members of the Delting Boating Club Marina's Users Association and is managed by an elected Committee.

The Marina was built using funds raised by the Association Members and generous grant aid from the Shetland Islands Council and Delting Community Council. The Marina has close ties to the adjacent Boating Club with which it shares some facilities.

The Marina has 54 fully serviced berths with provision for visitors. Berths are https://www.deltingboatingclub.co.uk 1/4 09.12.2019 Delting Boating Club Marina & Caravan Park in Brae Shetland ZE2 9QG equipped with fresh water and shore power; a diesel refuelling facility is provided at the head of the lifting out point.

Home About Information What's On Testimonials Contact Visitors should initially berth on the outside of the North pontoon from where a berth will be allocated. The entrance situated at the North East end of the breakwater can be difficult to see when approaching from the South; it is marked with Port and Starboard hand markers. Visitors should be aware of the shallows off the shore to the East of the Starboard hand mark. The adjoining Boating Club is one of the most active sailing clubs in Shetland and holds races on Saturday nights during the season. The Club is open at 7pm every evening during the summer months and visitors are most welcome to use the bar facilities. Winter storage ashore can be arranged.

Depth: 2m minimum Charges: Visiting Yachts - £15/day Facilities: Water, electricity, diesel, lift out, shore storage, showers, toilet, laundry and boating club. Contact: Ian 01806 522 471 or Terry 01806 522 446

Other Facilities: Hardware shop, mini-supermarket and post office, garages (petrol available), car hire, Busta House Hotel, Brae Hotel, Mid Brae Inn, Frankies Fish & Chip shop, Taj Tandoori, Leisure Centre and Swimming Pool are all within walking distance of the Marina. There is a regular bus service to and other areas of Shetland.

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Onsite Facilties: 13 pitches, electrical hook-ups, chemical toilet and motorvan waste disposal points, laundry, showers, toilets, licensed club, launching slipway and mooring pontoon.

Offsite Facilities: Shops, restaurants, takeaways and leisure centre all within easy walking distance of the site.

Charges (including electricity): Caravans (Non Members)- £15/night Caravans (Members) - £13/night Tents - £7.50/night All visitors become temporary members of the Club.

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If there is enough interest, races will be organised for Saturday evenings. Yacht skippers are often on the lookout for new crewmembers. If you are interested, please contact the Club Secretary

Junior Sailing Instruction: Shetland Sailing Centre, which is based at the Delting Boating Club, offers Royal Yachting Association courses leading to awards of the Youth Sailing Scheme levels 1 to 4. These courses usually run on Monday evenings, starting mid May and continuing until the end of August. They are usually restricted to pupils from P5 and up and, for insurance purposes, their parents have to be members of the club. A family membership costs £42 per annum + a £3 joining fee.The club has also run more intensive one week courses during the school summer holidays but this depends on the availability of instructors.

Caravan Park layout and amenities

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Prize Bingo throughout the year as published.

500 (Cards) 3rd July - Round Yacht Race 18.00hrs

5th July - Beltane Ree Playing in the club house

6th July - Regatta- at night bring an Instrument and play a tune. BBQ from 11am - 6pm

7th July - Regatta -Try A Sale am BBQ 12 - 6pm - Junior Sailing pm BHS Tunes followed by Bubblerock Disco 6pm - 10 ish

20th July - Fitba Soup & Sandwiches (Afternoon)

26th July - Friday Golden Wedding (DR) 27th July - Saturday Darts -Afternoon till late

3rd Aug – Karis & Liam Wedding (Williamson)

31st August- Mystery Tour (Colin MacColl). 5 - 7pm

28th September - Dwayne Davies 30th Party

5th October Whaling Doo (setup on Friday 4th

9th Nov - DBC Prize Giving. Alan Nicolson

21st December Surprise Doo

29th December - Bairns X'Mas Party followed by family night. NMF&AG

2020 17th April - Country Music (Jenifer Williamson). Charity night - Late Ivor's 70th.

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