Members of the Royal Highland Yacht Club gathered for a busy winter and spring programme ahead of the 2026 sailing season. Winterfest 2026 took place in Perthshire, with 30 members attending over the weekend at Murrayshall Country Estate. The event opened with a private dinner in Perth, followed by visits to Dundee’s maritime attractions.
Members toured HMS Unicorn, one of the oldest surviving warships, guided through its history as a naval store and training vessel. Further visits included the V&A Dundee and Discovery Point, while some members took part in skiff rowing on the River Tay. The weekend concluded with a dinner at Murrayshall before members returned home.
Attention then turned to the annual Fitting Out Supper, held on 21 March at the Royal Hotel in Oban. New members were welcomed before Commodore Lesley Allan addressed attendees. The evening included a three-course dinner and the club’s annual prizegiving.
Awards recognised cruising logs, photography and contributions from newer members. Winners included Stephen Quaile, Stuart and Emma Armstrong, Ian and Maggy Staples, and Jane MacInnes, among others.
The club will next meet in May for its opening muster at Loch Spelve on the Isle of Mull. Organisers said visiting yachts and new members are welcome at future events.
