THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
THE NATIONAL YACHT CLUB
The National yacht club welcomes you
Welcome to the official website of the National Yacht Club — a home for sailors, families, and enthusiasts alike on the beautiful shores of Dublin Bay.
Our Story
Located at the historic East Pier in Dún Laoghaire, our club has enjoyed a rich maritime tradition and community atmosphere for well over a century. We pride ourselves on blending serious sailing — dinghy racing, offshore adventures, keelboats — with the warmth of a welcoming social club.
What We Offer
- Superb sailing facilities: slipway directly from the clubhouse into the harbour, over eighty club moorings, platform parking, pontoons, fuelling, water, crane-lifting — all the essentials for modern boating.
- A full calendar of events year-round: competitive racing on Dublin Bay and beyond, cruising opportunities, training for all levels, and a lively social side with quiz nights, wine dinners, and more.
- A sense of community: we value a family ethos, support, and fellowship, whether you’re a lifelong sailor or just discovering the sport.
Join Us
If you’re intrigued by life by the water — sailing, socialising, or simply enjoying the spectacular outlook over Dublin Bay — we’d love to hear from you.
Membership offers full use of club facilities, from the vibrant activity on the water to the welcoming clubhouse by the pier.
Explore the rest of our website to find out more about our sailing programme, club history, events calendar, and how you can become part of this active, friendly club.
Fair winds and we look forward to welcoming you on board.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Summer Platform Parking 2026 – Applications now open – Important Guidelines Apply!!
All members wishing to park a boat (or more than one) on the Club platform for the summer should immediately apply to do so after reading the important updates & guidelines below which we had to put in place following the postponement of the annual keelboats lift-in from April 11th to April 18th...
THE PLATFORM WILL PROGRESSIVELY REOPEN ON A PHASED BASIS FOR PARKING FROM WEDNESDAY 22nd APRIL AS PER THE SCHEDULE BELOW:
- From Wednesday 22nd @ 2.00pm the platform will reopen for Flying Fifteens and SB20s intending to take part in the first DBSC race on Thursday 23rd April
- On Friday 24th from 2.00pm we will readmit dinghy’s intending to take part in sailing activities that weekend (no coaching but DBSC Racing resumes for dinghies), including 29ers and 49ers entered in the 9ers Eastern.
- We invite all other dinghy owners to only bring back their dinghy’s on the deck from Monday 27th April
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding, and please comply with the above schedule...apologies for inconveniences caused.
FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND TO APPLY FOR SUMMER PLATFORM PARKING FOR YOUR BOAT(S) PLEASE CLICK HERE
Coastal Dining Season
Step into an evening where great food meets even better company.
Beginning April 25th and continuing one Saturday each month, this unique shared dining experience brings together small, mixed tables of eight for a night of coastal-inspired cuisine, fine wine, and effortless conversation.
Designed to spark connection—whether rekindling old friendships or forming new ones—each gathering offers a relaxed yet refined atmosphere where stories flow as freely as the wine.
Join us at 19:30 and let the evening unfold.
Bookings phone catering (01) 2805725 or email catering@nyc.ie
Brains of the Bay Winners
All good things come to an end. On Wednesday night (1st April – no joke) Páid Cassidy’s Wizard were successful in regaining their Brains of the Bay title.
Wizard have been consistently at the top of the leaderboard for a few seasons now and we are still trying to find out their quiz weaknesses. Next year, questions will be based on the personal lives of Tango, Chancellors, and Harmerang to foil the Brainiest of the Bay.
We suspect that Tango, Chancellors, and Harmerang might not though do any better notwithstanding. T.B.M. finished a strong second overall, close to Wizard, and well clear of the third-placed Celtic Boys who showed strong end-of-season form. Ever reliable Enchantress came fourth overall, with Quiztopher Columbus and Chancellors finishing ahead of weakening former champions Corner Boys, in fifth, sixth and seventh respectively.
Mentions also go to Stars of the Sea, The Dirty Ruckers, and Harmerang for completing the list of the top-ten teams.
Refresher for ICC Theory Exam 2026
Refresher for ICC Theory Exam 2026
Class - 18th April - (09.00 - 16.30)
Cost €100pp (Theory Exam fee & Lunch Included)
Exam - 23rd April shortly after (18.00 - 20.00)
New Wine & Cocktail Menu – Launching April 10th
As the sails rise on the 2026 season, there’s no better place to celebrate than right here with us.
Mark the occasion of our spectacular big boat lift-in and step into the warm, inviting glow of our beautifully refurbished bar—designed for long, laughter-filled evenings.
Join us over the weekends or mid-week for a truly indulgent après-sail escape.
Sink into the atmosphere with a cocktail or a glass from our carefully curated new wine & cocktail menu, while sharing generous grazing plates that are made for good conversation. Launching Friday 10th April
Whether you’re gathered at the bar or soaking in the views from the balcony, the setting is effortless, the company is lively, and the stories flow as easily as the drinks.
From tales of the day’s racing to plans for the next adventure, this is where our sailing community comes alive—great food, great people, and unforgettable moments, all season long.
Discover our amenities
2026 ILCA 7 Men's World Championship
2026 ILCA 6 Women's World Championship
Club boats issues
To report any club boat issues, fill out the club boat issue reporting form.
Club Merchandise
Browse a great selection of clothing and other NYC branded items for all occasions!.
Book a Club Boat
From our large selection of crafts, for your enjoyment!
Adult Sailing Courses
We are running Adult Sailing courses for members and non-members alike to cover the basics, more complex stuff and racing roles.
Join the club
The National Yacht Club is currently accepting membership applications.