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Member Pete Whiteley

It is with great sadness that we pass on the news of Peter’s untimely death.

A multiple kitesurf champion, Pete was very well known and respected within the kiting community.

Our thoughts are with Pete’s family at this very difficult time.

Our 2024/25 season has commenced and we are currently open to new applications for membership.

Take a look at our `Membership’ page for more information.

 

PLEASE NOTE THAT CRAFT SEEN OPERATING OUT OF THE CLUB ARE PRIVATELY OWNED.  WE DO NOT HIRE OUT CRAFT, INCLUDING JET SKIS/JET BOARDS OR OFFER DAY LAUNCHES TO NON MEMBERS.

We are a popular North West water sports club situated beside the Squires Gate Lane Slipway, Starr Gate, Blackpool just a short distance from the end of the M55 motorway.

Owned and run by our members, we are a`not for profit’ club, which means no one makes a private profit from us and any surplus made in running the club is reinvested for the benefit of all members. 

Our aims are simple, we promote water-sports and the safe use of all types of watercraft which can reasonably be launched on the local beach.

Members activities currently include sailing, kite-surfing,windsurfing, jet skiing, jet boarding, power boating, boat, small inflatable, jet ski and kayak angling, scuba diving, kayaking, outdoor swimming and stand up paddle-boarding.

Our clubhouse with its two secure parking compounds, is located beside a sandy beach popular with families. Weather permitting, members may launch their craft at any time of day and any stage of the tide. 

Our Chair, Mark is a volunteer and cannot be available 24/7. If you are interested in joining us, take a look at `Membership’ from the menu link at the top of this page. Then initially drop us an email with your full name, a contact telephone number and a convenient time to chat and Mark will give you a call

blccmembers@gmail.com