24th July (Saturday) Supernova Open & TT - Oxford SC Oxford SC (not to be confused with West Oxfordshire SC) is located in the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside at Farmoor reservoir. Farmoor is quite a large sailing lake and so promises larger courses. This meeting is always very popular, last year attracting 25 sailors. The briefing will be at 11:00, with the first race starting at 11:30. 3 races with 2 to count. Cost £10ish including tea, cakes etc. Club Notice: We look forward to seeing you at Oxford Sailing Club. While you are sailing here you are an honorary member of the club and are bound by its rules. You should take particular note of the following, as contravention risks disqualification from the event 1. No animals are allowed on the site. 2.Vehicles and road trailers must be parked in the designated car park. 3. No one may stay overnight on the site. Vehicles may not be left on the site overnight. 4. Paddling and swimming in the reservoir is not allowed. 5. Boats shall keep clear of all Thames Water fixtures and installations and must remain at least 20 metres from fishermen and fishing boats which may be regarded as obstructions to sea room. 6. Adequate personal
buoyancy must be worn at all times whilst afloat or on the pontoon,
and if of the inflatable type must be sufficiently inflated to support
the wearer. Location: Oxford Sailing Club is located on a large reservoir to the west of Oxford between the villages of Cumnor and Farmoor. It is easily reached from major routes: A34, M40, A420 and the A40 and is shown on most road maps. Route: A34 Leave the A34 at the A420 junction taking the Swindon route. Take the first exit, half way up the hill and then turn right at the T-junction towards Farmoor. At the mini-roundabout in Farmoor, turn left towards Cumnor and take the second major turning on the right into the Public car park. There is no need to stop at the gate house. The club house is clearly visible from the car park. M40 Heading South, leave the M40 at junction 9 taking the A34 south towards Oxford. Follow directions as in the A34. Heading north, leave the motorway at junction 8 taking the A40 towards the Oxford ring road. Turn right following the ring road until you get to the A34 then turn left heading south. Then see above. A420 Approaching from the Swindon direction, exit the A420 to the village of Cumnor. Turn left at T-junction and follow the road through the village (small one way system) towards Farmoor. The reservoir can be clearly seen as you come down the hill. Take the first major left hand turn into the car park. Contact: Geoff Worrall
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