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Welcome to the Drascombe Association website!

The Drascombe Association is a group of of over 1000 enthusiasts dedicated to the traditional-style sailing boats designed by the late John Watkinson. Over 5000 Drascombes of all types have been built since the first Lugger was launched in 1966. They are all simple, rugged, and seakindly.

Latest news

DA Migration to Sailing Club Manager (SCM)

Update 14th July 2026. The DA's migration to the Sailing Club Manager (SCM) is well advanced. There are a number of articles in the recent DAN157 for the background to the move and instructions for members to login to the system. If you have NOT yet received your login invitation, please email membership@drascombe-association.org.uk More »

5 Jul 2026

DAN158

The deadline for content for DAN158 is 1st August 2026.Please send articles and photos to DANEWS@drascombe-association.org.uk More »

12 Jun 2026

DA Handbook 2nd Edition

The DA handbook 2nd edition has been published. All new members receive a copy on joining. It will also be available for sale to existing DA members via the Shop. The new chapters will also be available as a PDF on the new DA website within the SCM DA Members-only portal. The price is the cost of printing (£6) plus postage as follows: United Kingdom £9 (£6 + £3 postage) European Union £17 (£6 More »

12 Jun 2026

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Upcoming events

August 26-31	Loch Lomond SSD Due to Balloch hosting the swimming event, arrangements have been
September 8-11	Lough Key, Co. Roscommon Feeder cruise via Boyle River, River Shannon & Drumshambo canal.
September 11-13	Lough Allen, Co. Leitrim Final rally of 2026 season. SSD.  Shore based overnight.
September 14-20	Loch Lomond Islands Provisional The range of dates
November 21-22	Scottish Region Winter Meet, B… Regional Meeting and Social Gathering at the Royal Tay Yacht