Social Events are organised by members of the Management Committee. Suggestions are always welcome as well as bands or groups that would appeal to members. The regular events include:

Burns Night

The club celebrates its Scottish connections (though these are shrouded in mystery and the mists of time) with a traditional Burns Night complete with piper and haggis. There is usually a complementary scotch to start with followed by the traditional menu with vegetarian alternatives. There is the usual rendition of the ode to the haggis at the start of the evening, with less traditional renditions of anything vaguely Scottish at the end. This is one of the several black tie events that the club does so well.

Fitting Out Supper

In recent years this event ha returned to its original casual low-key format with a two-course supper type meal and a sing-along entertainment.

The Club Regatta

This event is hugely enjoyed by all categories of membership and there is always a good turnout. Sailing takes place on Saturday and Sunday – with a live band on Saturday night – a meal is available and the Rear Commodore sailing traditionally hosts the event.

Trafalgar Night

Like most sailing clubs we celebrate the famous victory with a formal dinner (black tie, full menu, port and Madeira). A guest speaker usually from her Majesty’s Navy reminds us of our proud history, but now that we are all European the jingoism is toned down (we even sometimes drink French wine!).

Laying – Up Supper

The Laying Up Supper traditionally marks the end of the sailing season, though recently the season has extended right up to Christmas. This is another formal affair with black tie or lounge suits, which is particularly popular with the sailors as the season’s results are announced and prizes awarded. The Rear Commodore Sailing hosts the event and gives a round up of the sailing season and the dinner is followed by a disco.

Christmas Supper –Dance

This event is generally held on the first Saturday of December and comprises a live band and supper.

Christmas Carols

The Lee on the Solent Sailing Club choir (i.e. everyone) and band entertain the residents at the old people’s home before returning to the club for an enthusiastic rendition of all the popular carols.  This is the beginning of the Xmas season for many members and is a very popular event.  There are also delicious seasonal nibbles on offer, and most members have perfected the art of simultaneously singing, drinking and nibbling without accident or danger to others.

Commodore’s Punch Party

On Christmas morning the Commodore uses a punch recipe passed down from generation to generation to get the festivities off to a raucous start.  It is a pleasure not to be missed, and may be the only time the Commodore gives you a drink!  There is always heated debate about the quality of the punch, but it always goes before members move on to the regular bar drinks. The punch party is followed by Christmas lunch for those avoiding the family or the oven.  This is another popular event, so it is essential to book early.

Other social events are organised throughout the year and these are advertised on the Club Notice Board