In 2004 the Wilton replaced the Bembridge as the HQ ship for the Essex Yacht Club and has undergone massive renovation work, which is still ongoing, to make this ship the excellent club it is today. The Wilton started service life as a minehunter of the Second Mine Counter measures squadron at HMS Vernon in Portsmouth. HMS Wilton was deployed in the UK, Europe and the Middle East and in 1974 assisted in the successful clearance of mines from the Suez canal. She also took part in search and rescue operations for lost aircraft, missiles and ships, coastal patrol work, and numerous exercises.
These pictures show the varied class of boats sailed by members of the Essex Yacht Club, for both adult and cadet sailing.
To find out more about this club and details of membership,
please go to the official Essex Yacht Club website:
www.essexyachtclub.co.uk
please go to the official Essex Yacht Club website:
www.essexyachtclub.co.uk
